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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1966-May 1973

ARCH.2003.36, Rendition: 805231

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The image shows a page from a book or a scrapbook containing several newspaper clippings and articles. The articles are related to art exhibitions and lectures, particularly focusing on the legacy of Jacques-Louis David and Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres in 19th-century art.

The text includes articles discussing the "Dwight Memorial Exhibiting 'Legacy of David and Ingres'" and mentions of events such as lectures by John P. Coolidge, the director of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. There are also mentions of other exhibitions and art-related news, such as the "American Metal Market" and "From the Galleries."

Several clippings are from different newspapers, including The Ohio News Bureau Company, The Sunday Republican, New England Newslip Agency Inc., and The Enterprise & Times. One of the clippings features a drawing or illustration of a historical figure, possibly related to the exhibition or lecture mentioned in the article.

The overall theme of the page is centered around the influence of David and Ingres on 19th-century art, with a focus on the Dwight Memorial Exhibition and its associated lectures and artworks.

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This image shows a collection of clipped newspaper articles and clippings arranged on a light gray background. The articles appear to be from various newspapers and dates, focusing on art and artists. Here's a detailed description:

  1. Top Left Corner:

    • A clipping from "AMERICAN METAL MARKET" dated October 27, 1966, with the headline "D. Smith: Artist In Forged Iron." The article is written by Frank N. Jones and discusses the artist David Smith and his work in forged iron.
  2. Top Middle:

    • A clipping from "THE OHIO NEWS BUREAU COMPANY" with the headline "Art Lecture Tuesday." It announces a lecture by Dr. John P. Coolidge, director of Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum, on "Politics of Art in Florence, 1400-1430."
  3. Top Right Corner:

    • A clipping from "New England Newsclip Agency Inc." dated October 30, 1966, with the headline "Dwight Memorial Exhibiting 'Legacy of David and Ingres'." This article discusses an exhibition at Dwight Art Memorial and includes a photograph of a painting or sculpture.
  4. Middle Left:

    • A smaller clipping from "CATHOLIC CHRONICLE" dated October 28, 1966, with the headline "W - circ. 50,110."
  5. Middle Right:

    • A clipping from "New England Newsclip Agency Inc." dated November 18, 1966, with the headline "CAMBRIDGE (AP)." This clipping appears to be about the Boston chapter of the National Association of Italian Art.
  6. Bottom Left:

    • A clipping from "New England Newsclip Agency Inc." with the headline "Enterprise & Times (e) BROCKTON, Mass." This clipping is dated October 30, 1966, and mentions a circulation of 49,594.
  7. Bottom Right:

    • A continuation of the clipping from "New England Newsclip Agency Inc." dated October 30, 1966, with the headline "Dwight Memorial Exhibiting 'Legacy of David and Ingres'." This part of the article discusses the legacy of the artists David and Ingres and their influence on 19th-century art.

The clippings are neatly arranged, and some have handwritten notes on them. The overall theme of the clippings seems to be related to art exhibitions and lectures, with a focus on the artists David Smith, David, and Ingres.

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This image displays the interior of an open, well-worn scrapbook or album, showcasing several newspaper clippings and documents pasted onto its pages. The pages are a faded, yellowish-tan color, typical of aged paper.

The scrapbook is open to a double-page spread, with the left page showing a smaller, more sparsely arranged collection of items, and the right page featuring a much larger, more densely packed clipping.


Left-Hand Page:

  • At the top left, there’s a printed card from the AMERICAN METAL MARKET in New York, N.Y., dated Oct. 27, 1936. It features an article titled “D. Smith: Artist In Forged Iron” by Frank H. Jones.
  • To its right is a small, blue-tinted paper with handwritten and typed text, including “The Ohio News Bureau Company” and a date “OCT. 31 1936,” possibly a press release or event notice.
  • Below the American Metal Market article is a small, boxed section labeled “nuggets” containing brief text about an exhibition.
  • Past the centerfold, there’s a small printed notice for an “Art Modern Tuesday” event on Nov. 3, 1936, featuring artists John J. Carlstrom and Frank H. Jones.
  • At the bottom left, a small typed label reads “BROCKTON, Mass. Oct. 27 1936,” possibly a date stamp or location note from the clipping.
  • At the very bottom, another small clipping titled “EXPERIENCE (AP)—Is a 44-inch woman...” begins a short news item about a woman from Phoenix, Arizona.
  • A red line is drawn under “EXPERIENCE (AP)…”, indicating emphasis.

Right-Hand Page:

This page is dominated by a large newspaper article titled:

“Dwight Memorial Exhibiting ‘Legacy of David and Ingres’”

  • It is subtitled "From the Galleries" and authored by Walter T. Sweeney of the Sunday Republican SPRINGFIELD, Mass. Oct. 31 1936.
  • The article discusses an exhibition of 19th-century French art, “The Legacy of David and Ingres,” organized by the Boston Museum of Fine Arts and displayed at Mount Holyoke College.
  • A black-and-white photograph is embedded in the article showing a gallery space with several framed paintings and visitors observing the art.
  • The article is printed in multiple columns and occupies nearly the entire right page.

Overall Impression:

This scrapbook appears to be a personal collection curated by someone with a keen interest in art, particularly exhibitions and news related to artists like D. Smith and galleries showcasing 19th-century European art. The clippings span late October and early November 1936, suggesting the collector was actively tracking art events during that period. The scrapbook’s condition and careful pasting suggest it was a cherished collection, possibly assembled by an artist, critic, or art enthusiast.

The focus on regional newspapers (Springfield, Brockton, New York) and institutions like the Boston Museum of Fine Arts and Mount Holyoke College points to a Northeast U.S. context for this collection.

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The image shows a scrapbook page with various newspaper clippings and other printed materials. The page is divided into two main sections. On the left side, there are several clippings related to an artist named D. Smith, with one of the clippings featuring a photograph of the artist. The right side of the page contains a larger clipping with the title "Dwight Memorial Exhibiting Legacy of David and Ingres," which appears to be an article about an exhibition featuring the works of artists David and Ingres. There is also a smaller clipping with a photograph of a man and a woman, possibly related to the exhibition. The overall theme of the page seems to be focused on the artistic legacy and exhibitions of various artists.

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The image appears to be a page from an old book or magazine. The page contains several pieces of paper with printed text and images attached to it. The text and images seem to be related to an exhibition or display of works by the artists Dwight David and Ingres. The paper has a brownish color and appears to be old and worn. The image is blurry and difficult to read, but it seems to show a drawing or illustration of a woman with a staff.

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The image depicts an open book or scrapbook with several pages visible. The pages appear to be filled with clippings, notes, and annotations, suggesting a collection of historical or artistic materials. Here's a detailed description:

Left Page:

  • Title and Header: The top of the page features a header that reads "American Metal Workers Union, New York, N.Y." This indicates the page may be related to labor or union history.
  • Article Title: Below the header, there is a bolded title: "D. Smith: Artist" followed by a subtitle: "In Forged Iron." This suggests the content is about an artist named D. Smith and their work in forged iron.
  • Text Content: The page contains dense text, likely an article or essay discussing the artist's work, techniques, or significance. The text is formatted in a newspaper or magazine style, with columns and justified alignment.
  • Annotations: There are handwritten notes and markings, such as underlines and marginal comments, indicating active engagement with the content. One note at the bottom reads: "nuggets" and another says "see above."
  • Date and Source: At the top, there is a date stamp: "OCT 27, 1986" and a reference to "Art News Tuesday." This suggests the clipping is from an art publication dated October 27, 1986.

Right Page:

  • Title and Header: The top of the page has a header that reads "From the Galleries," indicating that the content is related to art exhibitions or gallery news.
  • Article Title: The main headline is: "Dwight Memorial Exhibiting 'Legacy of David and Ingres'." This suggests the page discusses an art exhibition dedicated to the legacy of artists David and Ingres.
  • Illustration: Below the headline, there is a black-and-white illustration depicting a classical or historical scene. The illustration shows two figures, one seated and the other standing, engaged in what appears to be a dramatic or symbolic interaction. The style of the illustration is reminiscent of 19th-century art, aligning with the theme of the exhibition.
  • Text Content: The page contains detailed text describing the exhibition, its significance, and possibly the artists involved. The text is formatted similarly to the left page, with columns and justified alignment.
  • Annotations: There are handwritten notes and markings, including a red underline and some scribbled text, indicating active engagement with the content.
  • Date and Source: At the top, there is a date stamp: "SUNDAY REPUBLICAN SPRINGFIELD, MASS. OCT 5, 1986." This confirms the clipping is from a newspaper dated October 5, 1986.

Overall Observations:

  • Purpose: The book appears to be a curated collection of clippings, possibly for research, personal interest, or archival purposes. The annotations suggest the owner was actively engaging with the content, perhaps for study or reflection.
  • Content Themes: The pages focus on art, specifically mentioning artists, exhibitions, and historical contexts. The inclusion of both contemporary (1986) and classical (David and Ingres) art suggests a broad interest in art history.
  • Visual Elements: The illustration on the right page adds a visual component, enhancing the historical and artistic context of the text.

This image portrays a well-organized and thoughtfully annotated collection of art-related clippings, likely from the late 20th century.

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This image shows a photograph of an open scrapbook or compilation of newspaper clippings. The pages appear aged, with yellowing paper, indicating they might be quite old. The clippings are from various sources and dates, as evidenced by the printed dates and newspaper titles on each clipping.

On the left page, there's a prominent article with the headline "American Metal Mark Celebrates New York, N. Y. 10017 Oct 27 1966," under which smaller text appears to be a byline or a caption. Below this heading is a column of text which seems to be an article or a review. A small box to the left side of the page is labeled "nuggets," and below there are a few more clippings organized in different orientations, with the visible dates marking them as from October and November of 1966.

On the right page, there's a larger, more prominent headline reading "From the Galleries," and a subheading "Dwight Memorial Exhibiting 'Legacy of David and Ingres,'" by a Wayne C. Smith. Below this, there is an image of what looks to be a classic artwork and a column of text accompanying it. Below this main clipping, there's another article with the visible date October 3, 1966.

On the right margin of the right page extends a lengthy, narrow strip of newspaper clipping stretching down beyond the bounds of the image. It appears to be a continuation of the "Legacy of David and Ingres" article, as it references historical figures related to the topic.

The scrapbook and the clippings tell a story of various art-related news and reviews from 1966, providing a glimpse into the cultural and historical references of the time.

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This image shows a scrapbook page containing various newspaper clippings pasted onto a brown page. The clippings appear to be articles and notices from different publications. Most seem to be related to art and exhibits, with some specifically referencing forged iron artwork and an exhibit titled "Legacy of David and Ingres" at Mount Holyoke College. One clipping includes a black-and-white image depicting an artwork of historical figures. The page also shows handwritten notes and highlighting, possibly indicating dates or details of interest related to the clippings. Tags and publication names are visible, such as "American Metal Market" and "Sunday Republican," suggesting the collector's effort to maintain a curated record of relevant articles.

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The image shows a vintage scrapbook page opened to two facing pages, filled with a collage of newspaper and magazine clippings about art.

  • The right-hand page features a large article headlined “From the Galleries Dwight Memorial Exhibiting ‘Legacy of David and Ingres’,” with a black‑and‑white photograph of a sculpture or monument. The layout looks like an old clipping pasted onto the page.
  • The left-hand page contains several smaller clippings of varying sizes, including a piece titled “D. Smith: Artist In Forged Iron” and other short notes and ads such as “American Metal Market” and “nuggets.”
  • There are additional tiny clippings around the top and middle, including a strip that reads “CATALOGUE OF CHRONICLES” and a few date stamps.
  • A long, narrow clipping extends downward from the middle of the pages, continuing with more text and ending near the bottom edge of the page.
  • The page is aged, with yellowed paper and taped or glued edges, inside a bound album or scrapbook with a brown cover visible on the left.

Overall, it’s a vintage art-history scrapbook page assembled from newspaper clippings about David, Ingres, and related exhibitions.