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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1966-May 1973

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The image is a scrapbook page featuring several newspaper clippings related to art exhibitions and events from the late 1960s. Here is a detailed summary of each clipping:

  1. Top Left Clipping (International New York City, Aug 1, 1967):

    • This clipping is from an international post dispatch and is dated August 1, 1967. It is postmarked from St. Louis, Missouri.
  2. Top Right Clipping (International New York City, Aug 6, 1967):

    • This clipping is also from an international post dispatch and is dated August 6, 1967. It is postmarked from Lenger, Florida.
  3. Middle Left Clipping (From TIME Magazine):

    • The article titled "Art on a Campus" discusses Washington University's outstanding Midwestern art collection. It highlights the university's extensive collection of modern and contemporary art, including works by artists such as Picasso, Braque, and Klee. The article mentions the university's efforts to acquire and display significant artworks.
  4. Middle Right Clipping (At Museum):

    • This clipping is titled "Graphics, Paintings By Florida Painters Shown." It discusses two new exhibitions featuring works by Florida painters. The exhibitions include lithographs and monotypes by Irish artist Gerard Dillon and works by other notable artists. The exhibitions are held at the Chattahoochee Museum of Arts and the Florida State University Art Gallery.
  5. Bottom Left Clipping (Sunday Register, New Haven, Conn., Sep 24, 1967):

    • The article is titled "Yale, Harvard Plan Art Exchange." It reports on an art exchange program between Yale and Harvard universities. The exchange will feature works by artists such as Picasso, Braque, and Matisse. The article mentions the significance of the exchange in promoting cultural and artistic collaboration between the two institutions.
  6. Bottom Right Clipping (News, Montclair, N.J., Sep 28, 1967):

    • The article is titled "Verle Brings Back Simon Lissim." It discusses an exhibition of paintings by Simon Lissim at the Verle Gallery. The exhibition features a retrospective of Lissim's work, including paintings from his time in Paris and New York. The article highlights Lissim's contributions to the art world and his influence on other artists.

The scrapbook page is a compilation of these clippings, each providing insights into various art exhibitions and events from the late 1960s. The clippings are arranged on a textured background, likely a page from a scrapbook or album.

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The image shows a scrapbook page with several newspaper clippings from various publications, all focused on art-related news. Here is a detailed summary of each clipping:

  1. Art on a Campus (from TIME magazine, dated August 1, 1963)

    • This article discusses the art collection at Washington University. It mentions that the university has amassed an impressive collection of nearly 5,000 pieces, including works by Rembrandt, Goya, and others, largely due to the efforts of Samuel K. and Charles H. Green. The collection is housed in the university's art galleries, which are open to the public.
  2. At Museum: Graphics, Paintings By Florida Painters Shown (from International, dated August 6, 1967)

    • This clipping announces an exhibition at the Florida State Museum featuring works by Florida artists. The show includes graphics and paintings, and it highlights the diverse artistic talent within the state.
  3. Yale, Harvard Plan Art Exchange (from Sunday Register, New Haven, Conn., dated September 24, 1967)

    • This article describes an art exchange program between Yale and Harvard universities. The two institutions will exchange significant works from their collections, allowing students and visitors to enjoy a broader range of art. The works to be exchanged include pieces by renowned artists such as Rembrandt, Goya, and others.
  4. Verle Brings Back Simon Lissim (from International, New York City, dated September 28, 1967)

    • This clipping announces an exhibition at the Verle Gallery featuring the works of Simon Lissim. The show includes a collection of paintings and sculptures by the artist, who is known for his figurative works. The exhibition aims to reintroduce Lissim's art to the public.

The clippings are arranged in a somewhat organized manner on the page, with some overlapping and stuck onto the scrapbook paper. The articles reflect a mix of university art collections, exhibitions, and exchanges, highlighting both historical and contemporary artworks.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from the late 1960s related to art exhibitions and campus art collections. Here’s a detailed summary of each section:

  1. Top Left (TIME Magazine, August 1, 1967)

    • Title: "Art on a Campus: Washington University Has Created Outstanding Midwestern Collection"
    • Content: This article discusses the Washington University campus art collection, highlighting its diverse and significant holdings. The campus has acquired notable works through donations and purchases, including pieces from local artists. The collection includes both modern and contemporary art, housed in the Fogg Museum.
  2. Top Right (New York Times, August 6, 1967)

    • Title: "At Museum: Graphics, Paintings By Florida Painters Shown"
    • Content: This article mentions two exhibitions featuring works by Florida artists. One exhibition is at the College Art Museum in Pasadena, showcasing paintings and sculptures, while another is at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, featuring lithographs and prints.
  3. Bottom Left (Sunday Register, New Haven, Connecticut, September 24, 1967)

    • Title: "Yale, Harvard Plan Art Exchange"
    • Content: This piece describes an art exchange between the Yale University Art Gallery and Harvard University’s Fogg Museum. Both institutions will exchange a collection of fine paintings, including works by artists such as Lorenzo Lotto, Thomas Gainsborough, and Winslow Homer.
  4. Bottom Right (New York Times, September 28, 1967)

    • Title: "Verle Brings Back Simon Lissim"
    • Content: The article details an exhibition at the Verle Gallery, showcasing the works of Simon Lissim. Lissim's paintings are on display from Saturday through Tuesday evenings. This exhibition is part of a larger effort to highlight significant art pieces by contemporary artists.

Overall, the clippings reflect the cultural and artistic activities of the late 1960s, focusing on campus art collections, exhibitions in museums, and significant art exchanges between institutions.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from various publications, dated around August and September 1967. Here is a detailed summary of each clipping:

  1. Top Left:

    • Publication: International (New York City), Post Dispatch (St. Louis, MO)
    • Date: August 1, 1967
    • Headline: "Art on a Campus"
    • Content: The article discusses Washington University's establishment of an outstanding midwestern art collection. It highlights the museum's collection of works by artists such as Bob Stanley, and mentions the university's acquisition of various art pieces, including a painting by Stanley for $10,000. The university's art collection is described as a mix of donated and purchased works, with the goal of building a significant art repository.
  2. Top Middle:

    • Publication: International (New York City), Ledger-Enquirer (Columbus, GA)
    • Date: August 6, 1967
    • Headline: "At Museum: Graphics, Paintings By Florida Painters Shown"
    • Content: This clipping talks about exhibitions of graphics and paintings by Florida painters at the College Art Museum and Crafts Institute of Art. The exhibitions feature works by artists such as Miss Georgia Woodruff and Hans Hoffman, and include lithographs and monotypes.
  3. Top Right:

    • Publication: Sunday Register (New Haven, Conn.)
    • Date: September 24, 1967
    • Headline: "Yale, Harvard Plan Art Exchange"
    • Content: The article announces an art exchange program between Yale and Harvard Universities. The Yale University Art Gallery will send a variety of art pieces to Harvard's Fogg Art Museum, and vice versa. The exchange includes works by artists such as Lorenzo Lotto and Winslow Homer, among others.
  4. Bottom Left:

    • Publication: News (New Haven, Conn.)
    • Date: September 28, 1967
    • Headline: "Verle Brings Back Simon Lissim"
    • Content: The article discusses an exhibition of paintings by Simon Lissim at the Verle Gallery. The exhibition includes six monotypes and is part of an ongoing series of exhibitions by the gallery. Lissim's works are noted for their international recognition and the artist's travels across various countries.

Overall, these clippings collectively highlight significant art-related events and collections from various universities and galleries in 1967, focusing on acquisitions, exhibitions, and collaborative efforts in the art world.

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The image is a collage of several newspaper clippings from the mid-1960s, focusing on art-related news and events.

  1. Top Left Article (August 1, 1967) - TIME Magazine:

    • Headline: "Art on a Campus"
    • Content: The article discusses Washington University's collection of art, highlighting its significant acquisitions and the efforts to expand the university's art holdings. It mentions notable artists such as Bob Stanley and Jackson Pollock, and the university's acquisition of works like "Crash (Indianapolis 500)" by Bob Stanley.
  2. Top Right Article (August 6, 1967) - Ledger-Enquirer:

    • Headline: "At Museum: Graphics, Paintings by Florida Painters Shown"
    • Content: This article covers two exhibitions at the Florida State University Museum of Art. It includes works by artists such as Miss Georgia O’Keeffe and Hans Hofmann, and mentions several artists who participated in the exhibitions, including Robert McCall, D. C. Atkinson, and others.
  3. Bottom Left Article (September 24, 1967) - Sunday Register:

    • Headline: "Yale, Harvard Plan Art Exchange"
    • Content: The article discusses an upcoming art exchange between Yale University and Harvard University. It details the specific works each institution will exchange, including paintings by artists such as Lorenzo Lotto, Winslow Homer, and Thomas Gainsborough, among others.
  4. Bottom Right Article (September 28, 1967) - News (Hartford, Connecticut):

    • Headline: "Verle Brings Back Simon Lissim"
    • Content: This article describes an exhibition at the Verle Gallery featuring the paintings of Simon Lissim, an artist known for his Impressionist style. The exhibition includes six monographs on Lissim and showcases his works from around the world.

Each clipping is from different newspapers and magazines, showcasing various art-related news and events from the time period, emphasizing university art collections, artist exhibitions, and significant art exchanges.

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The image is a collection of newspaper clippings from various publications dated around the late 1950s and early 1960s. Here's a detailed summary of each article:

  1. International - New York City (Post-Dispatch, St. Louis, Mo.) - August 5, 1967:

    • Title: "Art on a Campus"
    • Content: This article discusses the extensive art collection at Washington University in St. Louis. The collection, which includes works by prominent artists like Picasso, Matisse, and Rembrandt, has been growing since the early 20th century. The article highlights how the university's art and architecture have contributed to a stimulating environment for students and the community. The collection is housed in various buildings across the campus and is valued at more than $1 million.
  2. International - New York City (Ledger-Enquirer, Columbus, Ga.) - August 6, 1967:

    • Title: "Graphics, Paintings By Florida Painters Shown"
    • Content: This piece announces two new exhibitions at the Columbus Museum of Arts and Crafts. The exhibitions feature works by Florida artists, including a group display of Florida painters and a solo exhibition by Miami artist Garcia of New York. The exhibitions include a variety of media, such as oils, watercolors, and prints.
  3. Sunday Register - New Haven, Conn. (Circ. 119,500) - September 24, 1957:

    • Title: "Yale, Harvard Plan Art Exchange"
    • Content: Yale University and Harvard are planning an art exchange program. The program will see Yale sending its French works to Harvard and receiving Harvard's collection of Italian paintings in return. This exchange aims to enrich the artistic experience for students at both universities and is part of a broader effort to expose students to different periods and styles of art.
  4. News - W. Hartford, Conn. - September 28, 1967:

    • Title: "Verle Brings Back Simon Lissim"
    • Content: The Verle Gallery in West Hartford is hosting an exhibition of paintings by Simon Lissim. This exhibition includes 20 paintings, many of which have been borrowed from private collections. Lissim, known for his work's intricate detail and vibrant use of color, has his art displayed at various prestigious institutions, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.

Each article highlights different aspects of the art world, from university collections to regional exhibitions and artist showcases.

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The image appears to be a photograph of an open scrapbook or collage of newspaper clippings. These clippings are primarily about art-related topics, with dates ranging from 1950 to 1967. The yellowed pages and the variety of fonts and layouts suggest they were taken from different newspapers and publications. The highlighted topics include "Art on a Campus," detailing the creation of a Midwestern art collection, "At Museum," discussing exhibitions of Florida painters, and "Yale, Harvard Plan Art Exchange," about an art exchange program between two universities. There's also a brief clipping titled "Verle Brings Back Simon Lissim" about an exhibition.

The clippings are arranged in an organized manner, suggesting that the individual who created this scrapbook was interested in art and cultural events. Taped, pasted, or clipped directly onto the scrapbook's pages, these clippings serve as a historical record and indicate personal interest or involvement of the scrapbook's owner in these events. The presence of annotations and highlighted dates indicates that the creator might have used this as a reference or for personal record-keeping.

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This image shows a scrapbook page with five newspaper clippings related to art exhibitions and museum news, mostly dated around 1967.

  1. The top left clipping, titled "Art on a Campus," discusses Washington University's Midwestern art collection and how the university has created an outstanding collection featuring paintings, sculptures, and tapestries by well-known artists. It mentions specifics about the collection's history and value, including contributions by notable artists like Picasso and Braque.

  2. The top right clipping titled "Graphics, Paintings By Florida Painters Shown," reports on two exhibitions at the Columbus Museum of Arts and Crafts, displaying works by Florida painters and others.

  3. The bottom left clipping, "Yale, Harvard Plan Art Exchange," talks about a unique art exchange between Yale University's Art Gallery and Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum, featuring paintings, drawings, and sculpture from both institutions.

  4. The middle bottom clipping, "Verle Brings Back Simon Lissim," announces an exhibition of Simon Lissim's paintings at the Verle Gallery in Farmington, Connecticut, mentioning his notable awards, permanent collections, and the gallery's open hours.

  5. The bottom right clipping includes a black-and-white photo of a landscape with the caption noting the exhibit "Park in Mexico City, An Impression," one of Simon Lissim's paintings.

Each article is accompanied by labels indicating various newspapers and dates of publication from different locations. The page has a neat layout with clippings adhered to a brownish scrapbook page.

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The image appears to be a collage of newspaper clippings and articles related to art collections and exhibitions. Some of the key details are:

  • There are articles about Harvard University's Fogg Museum and Yale University's art collection. Harvard has a large collection of mid-20th century art while Yale has a smaller but more prestigious collection of European art.

  • There is an article about a planned art exchange between Yale and Harvard, where the two universities will exchange works of art for a temporary exhibition.

  • There are articles about art exhibitions at the Columbia Museum of Arts, the Whitney Museum of American Art, and the Fogg Museum at Harvard.

  • There are also articles about the Verle Gallery in New York City hosting an exhibition of works by the artist Simon Lissim.

  • The articles span from August to September 1967, based on the dates mentioned in the clippings.

So in summary, the collage provides a snapshot of the art scene in the late 1960s, focusing on art collections at major universities and exhibitions of contemporary art in New York City. The articles highlight the growing prominence of mid-20th century American art and the importance of university art museums in the art world.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings or articles, likely from various publications, compiled into a scrapbook or archive. The pages are filled with articles and headlines related to art, museums, and cultural events. Here's a detailed description:

Layout and Content

  1. Top Left Article:

    • Headline: "Art on a Campus"
    • Subtitle: "Washington University Has Created Outstanding Midwestern Collection"
    • Content: The article discusses the art collection at Washington University, highlighting its significance and the diverse range of works, including paintings, sculptures, and other art forms. It mentions notable artists and the value of the collection, as well as the university's efforts to build and maintain it.
  2. Top Right Article:

    • Headline: "Graphics, Paintings By Florida Painters Shown"
    • Content: This article covers an exhibition of graphics and paintings by Florida artists. It details the artists featured, their backgrounds, and the venues where their works are displayed. The article also mentions the circulation of the exhibition and the involvement of specific artists, such as Miss Geraldine of New York.
  3. Bottom Left Article:

    • Headline: "Yale, Harvard Plan Art Exchange"
    • Content: This article discusses a planned art exchange between Yale and Harvard universities. It outlines the scope of the exchange, including the types of artworks involved, the timeline, and the institutions' collaboration. The article emphasizes the educational and cultural value of such exchanges.
  4. Bottom Right Article:

    • Headline: "Verle Brings Back Simon Lissim"
    • Content: This article announces an exhibition featuring the works of Simon Lissim, an artist whose pieces are being brought back to the public eye. It provides details about the exhibition, including the gallery (Verle Gallery), dates, and times. The article also mentions Lissim's background and significance in the art world.

Design and Formatting

  • Headlines: Bold and prominent, indicating the main topics of each article.
  • Columns: Each article is presented in a column format, typical of newspaper layouts.
  • Dates and Locations: Many articles include dates (e.g., August 1967, September 24, 1967) and locations (e.g., New York City, Washington University, Yale, Harvard).
  • Typography: The text uses a mix of serif and sans-serif fonts, with varying sizes to emphasize headlines, subheadings, and body text.
  • Visual Elements: There are no visible images or photographs in the clippings; the focus is entirely on textual content.

Themes

  • Art and Culture: The articles collectively focus on art exhibitions, university art collections, and collaborations between institutions.
  • Educational Value: Several articles highlight the role of universities in promoting art and fostering cultural exchange.
  • Exhibitions and Galleries: The content emphasizes gallery exhibitions, showcasing both established and emerging artists.

Overall Impression

The image depicts a curated collection of art-related news articles, likely intended for archival or research purposes. The clippings provide insights into the art scene of the time, including university collections, artist exhibitions, and institutional collaborations. The layout and content suggest a focus on documenting significant cultural and educational events in the art world.