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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1966-May 1973

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The image shows an open scrapbook or album containing several newspaper clippings and articles related to museums and art exhibitions. Here's a detailed summary of the contents:

  1. Top Left Section:

    • There are two small newspaper clippings. The first one mentions a visit to Newport and is dated September 29, 1967. The second clipping is about the Ohio Men's Business and Industrial Exposition in Columbus, Ohio, dated October 17, 1967.

  2. Middle Left Section:

    • A clipping from the Washington Post titled "Historic Building Is Found" by Jean M. White, dated December 7, 1967. The article discusses the discovery of the first permanent theater in America, found in Williamsburg, Virginia.
    • Below this article is a list of museums, including the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, and the Busch-Reisinger Museum in Harvard, with brief descriptions of their exhibitions.

  3. Top Right Section:

    • An article titled "Harvard Museum’s Bronze Age" by Jane Kay, dated December 12, 1967. The article discusses the Fogg Art Museum's exhibition of ancient bronzes from the Luristan region, featuring images of a horse and a human face.

  4. Bottom Right Section:

    • A small clipping from the Newport Daily News dated December 23, 1967, with an article titled "Art" that mentions an exhibition of drawings by Karel Appel at the Guild House Gallery.

  5. Bottom Center Section:

    • A small clipping from the Patriot-Ledger in Quincy, Massachusetts, dated December 12, 1967.

The clippings are neatly arranged and pasted onto the pages of the scrapbook, indicating a collection of articles related to art and historical discoveries from late 1967.

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The image displays an open scrapbook with various newspaper clippings pasted on both pages. Here is a detailed summary of the contents:

Left Page:

  1. Historic Building Is Found - West Turkey Yields Finds

    • Author: Jean M. White
    • Source: Washington Post, Service
    • Date: Monday, December 18, 1967
    • Content: The article discusses the discovery of significant archaeological finds in western Turkey, including a 10,000-year-old religious building. Excavations at the pre-Hittite city of Catal Huyuk revealed a temple with advanced construction features, human and bull skulls, and artifacts such as figurines, jewelry, and wall paintings. The findings provide insights into the Neolithic period and the early development of human civilization.

  2. Museums

    • Source: Worchester Sunday Telegram
    • Date: September 24, 1967
    • Content: Mentions various museum exhibits including:
      • Museum of Fine Arts, Boston: "Arts of the Samurai" exhibit (September 16, 1967 - January 14, 1968)
      • Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University: "Drawings by De Hooch" (October 1967 through January 1968) and "The Art of the Print in the Netherlands" (October 12 through November 1967)
      • Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University: "German Art of the 20th Century" (October 1967 through January 1968)

  3. The Galleries - Harvard Museum's Bronze Age

    • Author: Jane Kay
    • Source: The Boston Globe, The Galleries section
    • Date: December 10, 1967
    • Content: Describes an exhibition at the Harvard University museums showcasing artifacts from the Bronze Age, including items from the Greek Cyclades, the Greek mainland, and Crete. Notable pieces include a marble figurine from the early Cycladic period and a vase from the Minoan civilization.

Right Page:

  1. The Galleries - Harvard Museum's Bronze Age (continued from the left page)

    • Features an image of a marble figurine, identified as "FOREPART OF REARING HORSE, Early Cycladic II, 2800-2300 B.C."
    • Another image shows a "VASE IN BUST FORM, Rome: 2nd century A.D."

  2. Museums

    • Source: The Boston Globe
    • Date: December 23, 1967
    • Content: Lists various museum exhibitions, including:
      • Museum of Fine Arts, Boston: "Arts of the Samurai" (until January 14, 1968), "Drawings by De Hooch" (until January 7, 1968), "The Art of the Print in the Netherlands" (until January 7, 1968)
      • Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University: "German Art of the 20th Century" (until January 7, 1968)
      • Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum: "The Art of the Print in the Netherlands" (until January 7, 1968)

Additional Notes:

  • The clippings are neatly arranged, with some overlapping.
  • The articles focus on archaeological discoveries and museum exhibitions, highlighting historical artifacts and artworks from various periods and regions.

This detailed summary captures the essence of the newspaper clippings, which center on historical discoveries and art exhibitions.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from various sources, dated primarily in 1967, covering topics related to museums and archaeological discoveries.

  1. Top Left Corner:

    • The clipping is from "The Boston Globe" dated September 29, 1967.
    • It discusses the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, and mentions a new exhibit for children under 16, including a traveling exhibition of watercolor drawings.

  2. Top Center:

    • Another clipping from "The New York Times" dated December 7, 1967.
    • This article is titled "Historic Building Is Found West Turkey Yields Finds" and describes the discovery of an ancient building in Sardis, Turkey, dating back to the 6th century B.C. It highlights the archaeological team's excavation efforts and finds, including a temple, busts, and artifacts.

  3. Top Right Corner:

    • The clipping is from "The Boston Globe" dated December 12, 1967.
    • It features an article titled "Harvard Museum's Bronze Age" by Jane Kay, focusing on the artifacts and historical context of ancient Greek and Roman artifacts found in the excavations.

  4. Center Left:

    • The clipping from the "Washington Post" dated December 1967.
    • This section mentions the Fogg Art Museum and details about its exhibitions, specifically the artifacts from ancient Egypt and Rome.

  5. Center Right:

    • A smaller section from the same newspaper detailing the "Harvard-Oxford Expedition" and mentions a specific exhibit, "The Archaeological Museum of Sardis."

  6. Bottom Left:

    • A clipping from "The Boston Globe" dated December 23, 1967.
    • This section lists a schedule for art exhibitions at the Rememburtport Library, including a book display from the Kress Collection.

  7. Bottom Right:

    • Part of a clipping from the same newspaper listing events, specifically mentioning the opening of a new exhibit at the DeCordova Museum.

Overall, the clippings provide detailed insights into significant archaeological finds and museum exhibitions from the late 1960s, particularly focusing on ancient artifacts and historical discoveries in Turkey and other regions.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from various issues, each featuring articles related to museums, art, and archaeological discoveries.

  1. Top Left Section:

    • Headline: "Historic Building Is Found"
    • Subheading: "West Turkey Yields Finds"
    • Content: The article, dated September 29, 1967, discusses the discovery of a historic building in western Turkey. It mentions the Harvard-German Expedition and the first religious building from the time of the Lydian Kings. The site includes a cemetery, and the building dates from around 550 B.C.

  2. Middle Left Section:

    • Headline: "Fogg Art Museum"
    • Subheading: "Museum of Fine Arts"
    • Content: This clipping, dated September 29, 1967, describes the Fogg Art Museum, including its collection of prints and drawings, and mentions the opening of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston. It also highlights the gift of the David Rockefeller Collection.

  3. Middle Right Section:

    • Headline: "Harvard Museum's Bronze Age"
    • Content: This article, dated December 12, 1967, by Jane Kay, discusses the Harvard Museum's exhibit of Bronze Age artifacts. It mentions the ancient city of Sardis and the significant finds from the excavations, including a variety of items such as vases, coins, and sculptures.

  4. Bottom Right Section:

    • Headline: "Art"
    • Subheading: "XV through Tuesday, Jan. 22, Remembrance Day"
    • Content: This clipping, dated December 23, 1967, from the News (Newport, MA), discusses an art exhibition at the Remembrance Day event, which includes a display of ancient artifacts and historical items.

  5. Right Section:

    • Headline: "The Galleries"
    • Content: This part of the image includes a series of images of ancient sculptures and busts, likely from the mentioned exhibitions and discoveries, along with brief descriptions.

  6. Far Left Section:

    • Headline: "Museum of Fine Arts"
    • Content: This clipping lists various museums and their locations, including the Museum of Fine Arts, the Busch-Reisinger Museum, and the Fogg Art Museum, with their respective addresses and phone numbers.

Overall, the collection of clippings provides a snapshot of archaeological discoveries and museum exhibitions from the late 1960s, emphasizing the significant finds from Turkey and the displays in Boston museums.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from various issues and dates, primarily from 1967, covering topics related to museums, art, and archaeology.

  1. Top Left Clipping (September 29, 1967):

    • Headline: "Museums"
    • Content: This clipping lists several museums and their opening dates, such as the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, and the Busch-Reisinger Museum in Harvard.

  2. Top Middle Clipping (December 7, 1967):

    • Headline: "Historic Building Is Found"
    • Subheadline: "West Turkey Yields Finds"
    • Author: Jean M. White
    • Content: This article discusses an archaeological discovery in western Turkey, where the first religious building from the 6th century B.C. was uncovered. The site is described as a temple or sanctuary, with a significant find of a stone altar and other artifacts.

  3. Top Right Clipping (December 12, 1967):

    • Headline: "Harvard Museum's Bronze Age"
    • Subheadline: "The Galleries"
    • Author: Jane Kay
    • Content: The article focuses on the Harvard Museum, specifically its collection of ancient bronze artifacts. It mentions a recent acquisition of a Greek bronze statue and discusses the museum's extensive collection of ancient artifacts, including a bust of a Roman woman and other significant pieces.

  4. Bottom Left Clipping (December 23, 1967):

    • Headline: "Art"
    • Subheadline: "Cities, Why and How They Grew"
    • Content: This article is about an exhibit at the Fogg Museum, featuring books from the Kreeger Library. It mentions a display of early printed books, including works by Ptolemy and Vitruvius, and discusses the historical significance of these texts.

  5. Bottom Middle Clipping (December 23, 1967):

    • Headline: "Art"
    • Subheadline: "Books from the Kreeger Library"
    • Content: The article talks about an exhibit at the Fogg Museum, detailing the importance of the Kreeger Library's collection of books related to the history of cities. The exhibit is scheduled from December 19, 1967, to January 31, 1968.

  6. Bottom Right Clipping (December 23, 1967):

    • Headline: "News"
    • Subheadline: "Portraits of Ancient Romans"
    • Content: This article mentions an exhibit of ancient Roman portraits, possibly busts, and discusses their historical and artistic significance.

Overall, these clippings highlight the cultural and historical exhibits and discoveries related to museums and archaeological finds from the late 1960s.

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The image displays a collection of newspaper clippings and informational sheets related to various museum exhibits and historical discoveries. Here’s a detailed summary of each section:

  1. Top Left (Museums Section):

    • Boston Correspondence: Mentions an exhibit at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, focusing on ancient Near Eastern cylinder seals and their historical context.
    • Fogg Art Museum (Harvard): An article about a significant collection of ancient Greek and Roman coins donated by Burton Y. Berry.
    • Rosch-Reisinger Museum: Highlights an exhibit on the history of Harvard's Germanic Museum, detailing the contributions of Kuno Francke.

  2. Center Left (Historic Building Discovery):

    • The Ohio News: An article titled "Historic Building Is Found" discussing the discovery of an ancient historic building in West Turkey by Washburn University Professor, Dr. J. M. Cook. The structure is believed to date back to the time of the Trojan War.

  3. Center (The Galleries):

    • Article by Jane Kay: Focuses on the Bronze Age artifacts from Harvard University's museums, particularly items from Greece and Persia. It includes descriptions and images of:
      • A small horse figurine from Luristan, dated around 1000 B.C.
      • A human mask or head from the early 5th century B.C.
      • An Etruscan earring from the 7th century B.C.
      • A forepart of a rearing animal and a vase in bust form, both from the late 6th century B.C.

  4. Bottom Right (News Events):

    • Perryville, Mass. News: Announces an art exhibit featuring works by local artists. The exhibit runs from January through March at the Town Hall, with various events and demonstrations scheduled.

Each section provides a glimpse into historical artifacts, museum collections, and cultural events, emphasizing archaeological finds and the preservation of ancient art and history.

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This image depicts a scrapbook page containing several newspaper clippings related to museums, archaeology, and art. The clippings are arranged and pasted onto the page, which itself has a brownish tone indicating age.

Here are the notable elements on the page:

  1. Top Left Corner: A clipping titled "museums" with references to museum exhibitions, including the Fogg Art Museum and the Busiri-Levinger Museum. The clipping mentions dates and some brief descriptions of exhibits and locations.

  2. Center Left: A narrow vertical clipping from "The Ohio News Bureau Company" with the headline "Historic Building Is Found" and a subheading "West Turkey Yields Finds." The article discusses archaeological discoveries in western Turkey, including burials, artifacts, and historical significance.

  3. Top Center to Right: A larger clipping titled "Harvard Museum's Bronze Age" by Jane Kay, discussing a Harvard Museum exhibition highlighting Bronze Age artifacts from across Europe and the Middle East. It mentions specific pieces like a forepart of rearing horse and a vase in bust form, with small accompanying photographs of these artifacts.

  4. Bottom Center: A small clipping related to art exhibitions at a gallery in Newburyport, Massachusetts, noting a photography exhibition and paintings that are on display.

There are some handwritten dates and markings on or beside the clippings, such as "Sep 29 1967," "Dec 7 67," "Dec 12 1967," and "Dec 23 1967," indicating when the articles were likely cut out and saved.

Overall, the page reflects an interest in archaeological and artistic discoveries, particularly those related to museums and historical artifacts.

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The image shows an open scrapbook with various newspaper clippings pasted onto its pages. These clippings feature articles related to topics like museums, historic buildings, art, and archaeological discoveries. Some articles visibly relate to specific places such as the Harvard Museum and topics like the Bronze Age. The clippings appear to be from different publications and dates, ranging at least from December 1957 to September 1967, suggesting that the scrapbook is quite old and was compiled over a number of years.

The scrapbook itself has brown pages, and some of these pages are visibly aged with slightly worn edges and a somewhat tanned coloration. On the top of certain clippings, small, white stickers with typed or handwritten texts show what seem to be dates and possibly library reference information. The overall impression is that of a personal or academic collection of articles of historical interest, possibly used for research or personal education.

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The image shows an open newspaper or magazine spread featuring multiple articles and photographs. The layout includes several clippings or articles from different publications, each with distinct headlines and content. Here is a detailed description:

Left Section:

  • Top Left: A clipping from "The Ohio News," dated December 7, 1967, titled "Historic Building Is Found West Turkey." The article discusses archaeological discoveries in western Turkey, mentioning a building that may have been part of an ancient civilization. It references the Harvard Museum and includes details about the excavation and findings, such as a "bronze age" artifact and a "horse" figurine.
  • Below the headline: Additional text elaborates on the discovery, including details about the building, its historical significance, and the involvement of Harvard University. There is mention of a "Harvard Museum's Bronze Age" exhibit, which is also referenced in the right section.
  • Left Margin: There are handwritten notes and stamps, including one labeled "MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS, BOSTON" with a date of September 29, 1967, and another note referencing "New England Newspaper Clipping Bureau."

Right Section:

  • Top Right: A headline from the same issue of "The Ohio News" dated December 12, 1967, titled "Harvard Museum's Bronze Age." This article is authored by Jane Kay and discusses an exhibit at the Harvard Museum featuring artifacts from the Bronze Age. It includes details about the artifacts, such as a "horse" figurine and a "vase in bust form," and mentions the exhibit's opening date and location.
  • Photographs: Accompanying the article are two black-and-white photographs:
    1. Left Photo: Labeled "FOREPART OF REARING HORSE, Northern Greece: early 5th century B.C." The image shows a detailed sculpture of a rearing horse, likely from ancient Greece.
    2. Right Photo: Labeled "VASE IN BUST FORM, Rome: 2nd-3rd century A.D." The image depicts a vase shaped like a bust, likely from ancient Rome.
  • Additional Text: The article provides context about the exhibit, mentioning the Harvard Museum and its focus on ancient artifacts. It also references the discovery of a "bronze age" artifact, aligning with the article on the left.

Bottom Section:

  • Bottom Left: Another clipping from "The Ohio News," dated December 3, 3, 1967, titled "Art." This article discusses an exhibit at the Harvard Art Museums, featuring works by Eugene Ionesco. It mentions the exhibit's opening date and location, as well as details about the displayed artworks.
  • Bottom Right: A small section with additional clippings or notes, including a mention of "XV through Tuesday, Jan. 21" and references to exhibitions and events.

Overall Layout:

  • The spread is organized into multiple sections, each with its own headline, article text, and accompanying images. The articles appear to be from the same newspaper ("The Ohio News") and are dated within a short timeframe (December 1967).
  • The content focuses on archaeological discoveries, museum exhibits, and art events, with a particular emphasis on ancient artifacts and their historical significance.
  • Handwritten notes and stamps on the left margin suggest that this spread may have been part of an archive or collection, possibly for research or reference purposes.

Visual Elements:

  • The photographs are black-and-white and depict ancient artifacts, providing visual context for the articles.
  • The text is typed, with clear headlines and subheadings, making it easy to read.
  • The overall presentation suggests a curated collection of news clippings, possibly for academic or archival purposes.

This image captures a snapshot of historical and archaeological news from 1967, highlighting discoveries and museum exhibits related to ancient civilizations.

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The image shows an open book with a few pages that contain articles and clippings. The first page has a headline that reads "Historic Building Is Found" with a picture of a horse and a head of a person. The second page has a headline that reads "Harvard Museum's Bronze Age" with a picture of a vase and a horse. The third page has a headline that reads "Visitors Guidepost" with a picture of a building. The fourth page has a headline that reads "The Galleries" with a picture of a book.