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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1966-May 1973

ARCH.2003.36, Rendition: 805233

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This image displays an open, aged scrapbook or folder, revealing several newspaper clippings from November 1966, all concerning an exhibition of Italian art at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts, associated with Harvard University.

The pages are a yellowed, off-white color, suggesting their age, and the clippings are carefully mounted with glue or tape, sometimes overlapping slightly. The layout is dense, with articles, advertisements, and photographs arranged to document the event.

Here is a detailed breakdown of the visible content:


Left Page:

  • Top Left Ad: A small box for "New England Travel Service Inc." advertising "BOSTON, Mass." with a "Monthly Rate: $3,000" and a date "NOV 1966."
  • Main Article (Left): The largest clipping on this page features a black-and-white photograph of six men, most likely museum officials and donors, standing in front of classical sculptures. The headline reads:

    “Arts of India and Nepal, mostly 300 works from the world's most important collection of Indian art, opens Saturday, November 19 at the Museum of Fine Arts. Art Hunt...”
    The text mentions the Fogg Art Museum's exhibition of Italian art and the "Joseph H. Hazen Collection," which was a gift to the museum. It notes the exhibition was organized by the Fogg Museum and the Harvard University Art Museums.

  • Society Column: Below the main article is a section titled "SOCIETY" by Miriam Tod. It describes Boston's social scene, mentioning the opening of the "Joseph H. Hazen Collection" at the Fogg Art Museum and the "Fogg Museum’s Art Hunt." It lists names of attendees at various social events, such as Dr. and Mrs. William G. C. Fogg, Dr. and Mrs. Paul J. Sachs, and others.
  • Smaller Text Blocks: Below the society column and to the right are smaller text blocks and advertisements, including one for "Boston After Dark, Boston, Mass." and a "Postcard-Leader (a) QUINCY, MA" from "NOV 1966."

Right Page:

  • Top Ad: A box for "Boston After Dark, Boston, Mass." with a date.
  • Main Headline (Top Right): A bold, prominent headline reads:

    "art Hazen exhibit exciting collection of modern, respected works of art"
    By Darwin Newton, the article discusses the "Joseph H. Hazen Collection" at the Fogg Art Museum. It mentions that the collection represents a significant gift of modern art, including works by "Rouault," "Picasso," and "Gauguin." The article quotes the museum's director, Dr. John Coolidge, and notes the collection's "exceptional" quality.

  • Ad for New England Travel Service: Below the main article, a larger ad for "New England Travel Service Inc." with an address in "PORTLAND, ME" and a phone number "CV 2-1040."
  • Headline Below the Ad: A boxed headline reads:

    "Italy Art Salvage A 20-Year Job, Bostonians Say"
    This article, likely from the "CAMBRIDGE, Mass." newspaper, details the efforts of Bostonians, particularly the "Committee for the Protection of Italian Art," to rescue Italian art during World War II. It mentions names like "John Coolidge," "Mr. and Mrs. William G. C. Fogg," and "Mr. and Mrs. Henry Cabot Lodge," and discusses the "20-year job" of returning looted Italian art to Florence. It mentions the "Hofmann" art collection and the "Gothic Spider," likely referring to artworks.


Overall Theme:
The scrapbook pages are a curated collection of ephemera documenting a significant cultural event in 1966: the opening of the Joseph H. Hazen Collection at the Fogg Art Museum. The clippings collectively highlight the importance of the collection, the social events surrounding it, and the broader context of Italian art appreciation and preservation, including the post-WWII efforts to return looted art to Italy. The collection was donated by Joseph H. Hazen, a wealthy art patron with ties to Boston and Harvard. The pages convey a sense of civic pride and cultural engagement in the Boston/Cambridge area during that time.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and printed articles, seemingly related to art and cultural events, particularly focusing on exhibitions and noteworthy collections. The clippings are dated between November 1966 and November 1968, and are from various publications such as the "Boston Post," "Boston Globe," and "Patriot Ledger."

Here are some key details from the visible articles:

  1. "Society" by Miriam Tod:

    • Discusses cultural events in Boston, including a visit by distinguished visitors from the Louvre Museum in Paris.
    • Mentions the exhibition of European and American artworks at the Fogg Art Museum in Harvard University.
    • Describes the hazen exhibit, which features an exciting collection of modern and respected works of art.
  2. "Art: Hazen exhibit exciting collection of modern, respected works of art" by Doreen Newton:

    • Reviews the exhibition at the Joseph H. Hazen Collection at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • Highlights the collection's contemporary works and compares them to other major art institutions.
  3. "Italy Art Salvage: A 20-Year Job, Bostonians Say":

    • Discusses the efforts of Bostonians to help restore art objects in Florence, Italy, which were damaged by floods.
    • Mentions the estimated cost and timeline for the restoration work.
  4. "Arts of India and Nepal":

    • Announces the opening of an exhibition of Indian and Nepalese art at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston.
    • Mentions that the exhibition showcases 300 works from important collections of Indian art.

The clippings are arranged in a somewhat haphazard manner, and some appear to have been clipped from larger publications and placed on a backing material. The images and articles collectively depict a snapshot of cultural and artistic activities in Boston during the late 1960s.

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This image is a page from a scrapbook or collection of newspaper clippings. The clippings are from various newspapers and are dated from November 1966. The page is divided into several sections, each containing different articles.

  1. Top Left Section: This section has a clipping about an exhibition of Indian and Nepalese art at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. The article mentions that the exhibition includes nearly 300 works from the world's most important collection of Indian art. There is a black and white photograph of a statue from the Heeramanek collection.

  2. Top Right Section: This section has a clipping about the Hazen exhibit at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The article, written by Doreen Newton, discusses the collection of modern, respected works of art, including paintings by European and American artists of the past 100 years.

  3. Middle Left Section: This section has a clipping titled "SOCIETY" by Miriam Tod. The article discusses a group of distinguished visitors from the Friends of the Louvre Museum in Paris who visited Boston for an exhibition. It mentions details about their itinerary and the social events they attended.

  4. Bottom Right Section: This section has a clipping about the restoration of art objects in Florence, Italy, after the late October floods. The article discusses the estimated cost and the efforts of the National Committee for the Rescue of Italian Art.

The clippings are arranged on a beige background, and some of them are labeled with the name "New England Newsclip Agency, Inc." and the city "Boston, Mass." The overall appearance suggests that this is part of a collection of news articles related to art and social events in Boston and surrounding areas in November 1966.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings that have been pasted onto a brown paper. The clippings are arranged in a somewhat haphazard manner, with some overlapping and others placed side by side. The clippings are from different newspapers and cover a range of topics, including art exhibits, social events, and local news. The image has a vintage feel, suggesting that it may have been created in the mid-20th century. The brown paper appears to be a scrapbook or a similar type of document, used to preserve and organize the clippings.

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A collection of articles from newspapers and magazines is pasted on the brown paper. The article titled "SOCIETY by Miriam Tod" is on the left side, and the article titled "Hazen exhibit exciting collection of modern, respected works of art" is on the right side. The article on the right side has a watermark with the text "Boston After Dark" and "Boston, Mass." The article on the left side has a watermark with the text "Boston, Mass." and "NOV 1966".

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The image depicts an open book or magazine, showcasing a collection of newspaper clippings or articles from the late 19th century. The pages are aged, with a sepia tone and visible wear, indicating historical material. The layout includes multiple articles, each with distinct headlines and accompanying text.

Key Features:

  1. Layout and Content:

    • The pages are densely packed with text, typical of historical newspapers or journals.
    • Each article has a headline in bold, often capitalized, and is followed by descriptive text.
    • The articles appear to cover a variety of topics, including art exhibitions, cultural events, and societal news.
  2. Headlines and Topics:

    • Top Left: A headline reads "Society" by Miriam Tod, suggesting a social or cultural commentary piece.
    • Top Right: An article titled "art exhibit exciting collection of modern, respected works of art" discusses an art exhibition, mentioning artists like Doreen Newton and Helen Deane.
    • Bottom Left: An article titled "Paintings and Sculpture from the Collection of Joseph H. Choate" describes an art exhibition, listing featured artists and dates.
    • Bottom Right: A headline reads "Italy Art Salvage," discussing an art-related event or initiative in Italy.
  3. Visual Elements:

    • There are small illustrations or photographs embedded within some articles. For example, in the bottom left article, there is a small black-and-white image of a sculpture or statue.
    • The text is typeset in a classic serif font, consistent with printing styles of the late 1800s.
  4. Dates and Locations:

    • The articles include dates, such as "NOV 7 1896" and "NOV 9 1896," indicating they are from November 1896.
    • Locations mentioned include Boston, Massachusetts, and references to institutions like the Boston Art Club and the Museum of Fine Arts.
  5. Condition:

    • The pages show signs of aging, with slight discoloration, creases, and possible stains, suggesting they are original historical documents.
    • The book itself appears to be a scrapbook or archive, compiling these clippings for preservation or study.

Overall Impression:

The image portrays a historical collection of newspaper clippings focused on art, culture, and society from the late 19th century. The content reflects the artistic and intellectual interests of the time, with detailed coverage of exhibitions, artists, and cultural events. The aged appearance of the pages adds a sense of authenticity and historical significance.

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The image shows a scrapbook page containing various cut-out newspaper articles and clippings mounted on the surface. The page appears to include articles from November 1966. Headlines and subheadings in uppercase letters, such as "SOCIETY by Miriam Tod," "Hazen exhibit exciting collection of modern, respected works of art," and "Italy Art Salvage a 20-Year Job, Bostonians Say," highlight topics such as cultural and art events. A smaller article discusses Indian and Nepalese art with a black-and-white image of a sculpture. The clippings have handwritten markings, including underlined text and checkmarks in red pen. Additionally, the clippings seem to be from publications such as "New England Newspaper, Inc." with mentions of newspapers from Boston, Quincy, and Portland. The page is visually busy and arranged to maximize the use of space.

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This image shows an assortment of newspaper clippings from various articles, mostly related to art and society, affixed to a backing surface. The larger clippings appear to be from a section titled "SOCIETY" by Miriam Todd, discussing visitors to Boston and some art-related events, such as the notable arrival of the "Friends of the Louvre Museum of Paris," and mentions activities and exhibitions, including one involving the works of Henri Rousseau.

Another article is about the "Hazen exhibit," providing a critique of a modern, respected art collection, mentioning artists like Picasso and Matisse. The newspaper seems to be an arts and culture column, discussing various exhibitions, events, and pieces of art. The dates indicated on some of the clippings are from November 1966.

The articles are clipped and arranged with care, suggesting they might have been collected for a scrapbook or for archival purposes. The condition of the clippings and the way they are mounted suggest a deliberate intention to preserve these articles, either for personal interest or research purposes.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and articles pasted on a brown cardboard or scrapbook page. The clippings appear to be from the 1960s, with visible dates of November 7 and November 8, 1966.

  1. On the left side, there's an article titled "ARTS of India and Nepal," featuring a black-and-white photograph of a statue of a figure, possibly Hindu or Nepalese. The article discusses an exhibition at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. Below the photo, it mentions a retrospective exhibit by David Smith at the same museum. The article also highlights some social details about an event with dancing and guests attending.

  2. The center section features a lengthy article under the heading "SOCIETY by Miriam Tod," covering local social events, including a gathering at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston attended by distinguished visitors, members of French nobility, and other notable people. The article gives detailed social notes, including names of guests, dances, and parties.

  3. On the right side, there are smaller clippings:

    • One titled "Hazen exhibit exciting collection of modern, respected works of art" by Doreen Newton, reviewing an art exhibition of contemporary works, mentioning artists like Picasso, Braque, and Pollock.
    • Another clipping is titled "Italy Art Salvage: A 20-Year Job, Bostonians Say," discussing efforts by officials and experts to restore and salvage art in Florence, Italy, with a connection to Harvard University’s Fogg Museum.
  4. There are also several small newspaper headings from the New England Newsclip Agency referencing Boston, Quincy, and Portland, Maine with publication dates from November 1966.

Overall, the image captures a scrapbook or archival page that preserves cultural and social news related to art exhibitions, social gatherings, and art restoration from the mid-1960s in Boston and surrounding areas.

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A page from a vintage scrapbook or collage. It features several yellowed newspaper clippings taped to a brown backing. In the center is a tall column headed “SOCIETY” by Miriam Tod. To the left is a smaller clipping with an image of a statue and some text, and above it are additional small clipping pieces. To the right is a larger clipping with the bold heading “art” and a subheadline about a Hazen exhibit of modern art. The pieces are arranged in a rough vertical triptych style, with old-fashioned type and dates visible, giving an aged, archival feel.