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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1966-May 1973

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The image is a newspaper clipping from the "Sunday Herald Traveler" dated March 7, 1971. The article is titled "Tribute to Italian Art" and features several photographs and text pieces.

Photographs and Captions:

  1. Top Left Photograph:

    • Caption: "Pleased with the success of the evening in Boston are Mrs. John Nicholas Brown (left), chairman of the Venice Committee, and Mrs. Vincent Scully, co-chairman of the Boston Chapter of the Venice Committee."
    • The photo shows two women, identified as Mrs. John Nicholas Brown and Mrs. Vincent Scully, smiling and talking to each other.
  2. Top Center Photograph:

    • Caption: "A tribute to Italy and the art of Venice is given by Henry Cabot Lodge in the courtyard of the Fogg Art Museum while visitors to the Venetian Evening listen intently."
    • The photo shows Henry Cabot Lodge speaking to a group of people in formal attire.
  3. Top Right Photograph:

    • Caption: "A pleasant exchange of greetings between John Nicholas Brown (left), who came from Providence to dance for the evening in Venice, and Egidio Ortona, ambassador of Italy."
    • The photo shows John Nicholas Brown and Egidio Ortona shaking hands and conversing.

Text Articles:

  1. Left Column:

    • Headline: "Robbins Is Named Fogg Art Head"
    • The article announces that Daniel Robbins has been appointed as the new director of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. It mentions his previous role as the director of the William Hayes Ackland Memorial Art Center at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
  2. Center Column:

    • Headline: "Robbins Appointed New Fogg Director"
    • This article provides more details about Daniel Robbins' appointment. It highlights his academic and professional background, including his time at the Rhode Island School of Design and his role as the director of the Ackland Memorial Art Center. It also mentions his publications and contributions to the art world.
  3. Right Column:

    • Headline: "Fogg Art Museum Names Robbins As New Director"
    • This article further elaborates on Daniel Robbins' appointment, emphasizing his extensive experience in the art world. It mentions his roles at various institutions, including the Rhode Island School of Design and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. It also notes his publications and contributions to the field of art history.

Additional Information:

  • The article mentions that the event was a tribute to Italian art and was held at the Fogg Art Museum.
  • The event was attended by notable figures, including Henry Cabot Lodge and Egidio Ortona, the Italian ambassador.
  • The appointment of Daniel Robbins as the new director of the Fogg Art Museum is a significant part of the article, highlighting his qualifications and contributions to the art world.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and a magazine page, all related to the Fogg Art Museum and its events. Here is a detailed summary of the contents:

  1. Magazine Page (Top Portion)

    • Title: "Tribute to Italian Art"
    • The article describes an event at the Fogg Art Museum, where visitors gathered to appreciate Italian art. The event was a tribute to the art of Venice. Notable attendees included Mrs. Russell A. Alspach, Mrs. William H. McLanathan, Mr. Egidio Ortona, and Ambassador Henry Cabot Lodge.
    • There are three photographs accompanying the article:
      a. A photograph of two women, one of them identified as Mrs. Russell A. Alspach.
      b. A group photograph featuring many people at the event.
      c. A photograph showing a pleasant exchange of greetings between John Nicholas Brown and Mr. Egidio Ortona, with Ambassador Lodge looking on.
  2. Newspaper Clippings (Bottom Portion)

    • Clipping 1: "Robbins Is Named Fogg Art Head" (March 12, 1971)

      • Daniel Robbins, the director of the Rhode Island School of Design, was appointed as the director of the Fogg Art Museum. The appointment became effective on July 1, 1971. Agnew H. Mongo, the previous director, retired.
    • Clipping 2: "Robbins Appointed New Fogg Director"

      • This clipping provides additional details about Daniel Robbins' appointment. It mentions his background, including his role at the Rhode Island School of Design, his interest in the art of the 18th and 20th centuries, and his previous positions at the Walker Art Center and the Museum of Modern Art. The clipping also mentions that Robbins held degrees from Yale and the University of Paris.
    • Clipping 3: "Fogg Art Museum Names Robbins As New Director"

      • This clipping reiterates the news of Daniel Robbins' appointment. It highlights that Robbins succeeded Agnew H. Mongo and that he was recognized for his expertise in 18th and 20th-century art. The clipping also mentions his educational background and previous roles, including his position as a lecturer at Yale University.

The overall theme of the clippings is focused on leadership changes and significant events at the Fogg Art Museum, with a particular emphasis on the appointment of Daniel Robbins as the new director and an event celebrating Italian art.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings related to the Fogg Art Museum, specifically from the March 7, 1971 issue of the Sunday Herald Traveler.

  1. Top Left Clipping:

    • Headline: "Tribute to Italian Art"
    • Description: This article discusses an evening event held at the Fogg Art Museum to honor Italian art. The event gathered attendees from various parts of the country, including Cambridge, and featured prominent guests from Italy. It was hosted by Henry Cabot Lodge, and notable attendees included Mrs. Egidio Ortona and Ambassador Henry Cabot Lodge.
  2. Top Middle Clipping:

    • Image: A group of people, likely at the event.
    • Description: A photograph showing a group of people gathered, probably at the Italian-themed event at the museum.
  3. Top Right Clipping:

    • Image: Two men exchanging greetings.
    • Description: A photograph of John Nicholas Brown, who came from Providence, Rhode Island, and Egidio Ortona, an Italian ambassador, engaging in a pleasant exchange of greetings.
  4. Bottom Left Clipping:

    • Headline: "Robbins Is Named Fogg Art Head"
    • Description: This article announces Daniel Robbins as the new Director of the Fogg Art Museum. Robbins, who had previously directed the Rhode Island School of Design, will take over from Agnes Mongan.
  5. Bottom Center Left Clipping:

    • Headline: "Robbins Appointed New Fogg Director"
    • Description: This article provides a detailed background of Daniel Robbins, emphasizing his extensive experience in the field of art history and museum management. Robbins had previously served as Director of the Museum of Art at Brown University and was a notable figure in the art world.
  6. Bottom Center Right Clipping:

    • Headline: "Fogg Art Museum Names Robbins As New Director"
    • Description: This is a slightly different version of the same announcement as the bottom left clipping, highlighting Robbins’ qualifications and experience. It includes his degrees (A.B. from the University of Chicago and M.A. from Yale) and his extensive contributions to art history and education.

Overall, the clippings collectively celebrate the appointment of Daniel Robbins as the new director of the Fogg Art Museum and the cultural event celebrating Italian art.

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The image is a collage of newspaper clippings and photographs related to the Fogg Art Museum, now known as the Harvard Art Museums.

  1. Top Section:

    • Left Photo: Shows a group of people, including Alison Arnold, at an event titled "Tribute to Italian Art."
    • Middle Photo: Depicts a group of people gathered at an event celebrating Italian art, specifically a Venetian evening hosted by Henry Cabot Lodge.
    • Right Photo: Shows a pleasant exchange between John Nicholas Brown (left) and Egidio Ortona (right), likely at the same event.

    The accompanying article in the middle of the top section is titled "Tribute to Italian Art" and mentions the success of an evening celebrating Venetian art, with mentions of Henry Cabot Lodge, Alison Arnold, and Mrs. Egidio Ortona.

  2. Bottom Section:

    • Left Clippings:

      • Three articles titled "Robbins Is Named Fogg Art Head," "Robbins Appointed New Fogg Director," and another with similar content, all detailing the appointment of Daniel Robbins as the new director of the Fogg Art Museum on July 1, 1971. The clippings provide background on Robbins' qualifications, including his education, career, and past roles at the Rhode Island School of Design and Brown University.
    • Right Clipping:

      • An article titled "Fogg Art Museum Names Robbins As New Director," reiterating the appointment of Daniel Robbins and providing additional details about his academic and professional background. It mentions his work with the National Gallery of Art and the Guggenheim Museum, his educational background from Yale, and his extensive involvement in art history and museum studies.

The overall theme of these clippings and photographs revolves around the Fogg Art Museum's celebration of Italian art and the appointment of Daniel Robbins as its new director in 1971.

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The image is a collection of newspaper clippings and photographs from the early 1970s, specifically from March 7, 1971, and related to the Fogg Art Museum.

  1. Top Left Clipping:

    • Headline: "Tribute to Italian Art"
    • Description: This article discusses a gathering at the Fogg Art Museum, where visitors paid tribute to Italian art. The event was held in Venice and included guests such as Henry Cabot Lodge, Egidio Ortona, and Ambassador Henry Cabot Lodge.
  2. Top Middle Photo:

    • Description: A photograph of a group of people, likely attendees of the event, posing together. The caption mentions a tribute to Italy and the art of Venice.
  3. Top Right Clipping:

    • Headline: "A Pleasant Exchange of Greetings"
    • Description: This photograph shows John Nicholas Brown and Egidio Ortona exchanging greetings. The caption notes that John Nicholas Brown came from Providence and Egidio Ortona from Venice.
  4. Middle Left Clipping:

    • Headline: "Robbins Is Named Fogg Art Head"
    • Description: This article announces Daniel Robbins as the new director of the Fogg Art Museum. It highlights Robbins' extensive experience in the museum field, including his work at the Rhode Island School of Design and various other institutions.
  5. Middle Right Clipping:

    • Headline: "Robbins Appointed New Fogg Director"
    • Description: This article reiterates Robbins' appointment as the new director, emphasizing his qualifications and career background, including his roles at Brown University and other notable institutions.
  6. Bottom Left Clipping:

    • Headline: "Fogg Art Museum Names Robbins"
    • Description: This clipping further confirms Daniel Robbins' appointment as the new director of the Fogg Art Museum, detailing his previous roles and his extensive experience in art history and museum administration.

The collection of articles and photographs primarily focuses on two main events: a tribute to Italian art and the appointment of Daniel Robbins as the new director of the Fogg Art Museum. The photographs and articles together provide a snapshot of the cultural and administrative activities at the museum during that period.

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The image is a collection of newspaper clippings from the Sunday Herald Traveller, dated March 7, 1971. The main focus of these clippings is the appointment of Daniel Robbins as the new director of the Fogg Art Museum and a tribute to Italian art.

Key Points from the Clippings:

  1. Tribute to Italian Art:

    • Visitors from various locations, including Cambridge, attended an event at the Fogg Art Museum on Friday evening celebrating Italian art.
    • The event honored the art of Venice and included notable guests such as Guests of Honor, Henry Cabot Lodge, Ortensia and Egidio Ortona, and Ambassador Henry Cabot Lodge.
    • Alison Arnold wrote about the success of the Venetian Evening, which included a display of Venetian art.
  2. Daniel Robbins Named Fogg Art Head:

    • Daniel Robbins has been appointed as the new director of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.
    • Robbins was previously the director of the Museum of Art, Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) from 1965 to 1970.
    • Before RISD, he served as Curator of the William Hayes Fogg Art Museum at Harvard and as a lecturer in Fine Arts.
    • Robbins is noted for his expertise in 19th and 20th-century art, with a focus on French art.
    • He has authored several important works, including a book on Albert Gleizes and contributions to the catalog of the Museum of Modern Art in New York.
  3. Photographs:

    • One photograph shows a pleasant exchange of greetings between Henry Cabot Lodge and Egidio Ortona, the Italian Ambassador to France.
    • Another photograph depicts guests and visitors at the Venetian Evening event at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • There is a portrait of Agnes Mongan, the retiring director of the Fogg Art Museum.
    • A portrait of Daniel Robbins is also featured.

The articles collectively highlight the transition of leadership at the Fogg Art Museum and an event celebrating Italian art and culture.

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The image is of an old newspaper spread out with various articles and pictures visible. There are three newspaper articles with large headings that are central to the image: "Robbins Appointed New Fogg Director," "Robbins is Named Fogg Art Head," and "Fogg Art Museum Names Robbins As New Director." The articles likely discuss the appointment of an individual to a directorial position at an art museum.

The page also includes photographs that accompany the articles. The top left corner says "TRIBUTE TO ITALIAN ART," and there is additional text and images that seem to be related to a cultural or art event. The photos capture groups of individuals in what appears to be a social or formal gathering, possibly related to the events mentioned in the articles.

The newspaper itself is dated "Sunday Herald Traveler, March 12, 1972," as indicated in the upper right corner, "SECTION FIVE."

The edges of the newspaper are frayed and discolored, suggesting age and wear. The arrangement of the newspaper sheets indicates that this is likely a preservation effort or someone's collection of significant clippings pertaining to a specific subject of interest.

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The image shows a scrapbook or a collection of newspaper clippings and articles mounted on a brownish page. The main topics covered in these clippings include an event titled "Tribute to Italian Art" and announcements about Robert Robbins, who has been appointed as the Director at the Fogg Art Museum.

  1. The top section prominently features a black-and-white newspaper piece titled "TRIBUTE TO ITALIAN ART."

    • It discusses a gathering at the Fogg Art Museum for a Venetian Evening event with guests of honor, including His Excellency Egidio Ortona, the Ambassador of Italy, and Mrs. Egidio Ortona.
    • Three black-and-white photographs accompany the article:
      • One shows Mrs. E. G. Fischer, chairman of the evening, with Mrs. William Wileman.
      • Another shows a group of formally dressed visitors attentively listening at the Venetian Evening.
      • The third image captures a cordial exchange between John Nicholas Brown from Providence and Egidio Ortona, Ambassador of Italy.
  2. The bottom section contains three newspaper clippings related to Robert Robbins:

    • One headline reads, "Robbins Is Named Fogg Art Head," summarizing his positions and achievements.
    • Another is titled, "Robbins Appointed New Fogg Director," giving a detailed background about Robbins's career, education, and contributions. It mentions his expertise in the 19th and 20th-century art of the William Hayes Fogg Art Museum and his previous academic appointments.
    • The third clipping is from the Cambridge Chronicle, similarly announcing Robbins as the new Director and highlighting his extensive involvement in the art community and academia.

The overall theme of the page centers on art events, leadership changes in an art institution, and recognition of Italian art and culture. The articles and photos indicate a formal, cultured atmosphere during the time of these events. The date on the newspaper is Sunday, March 7, 1971.

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The image shows a collage of newspaper clippings and articles. The clippings are about the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, and the articles are about Daniel Robbins, who was appointed as the new director of the Fogg Art Museum. The collage includes a photograph of Daniel Robbins and a photograph of the museum's director, Agnes Morgan, who is retiring. The articles discuss Robbins' background, his work at the museum, and his plans for the future. The collage also includes a photograph of a Venetian evening, which is related to the museum's collection of Italian art.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper or magazine, likely from the Sunday Herald Traveler dated March 7, 1971, as indicated in the header. The page is divided into several sections, featuring a mix of photographs and text articles.

Layout and Content:

Top Section:

  • Header Information: The top of the page includes the newspaper's name, section number ("SECTION FIVE"), and the date ("SUNDAY HERALD TRAVELER, MARCH 7, 1971").
  • Photographs and Captions:
    • Left Column: A photograph shows two individuals, likely attendees of an event, with a caption reading: "A TRIBUTE TO ITALIAN ART." The text describes a gathering at the Fogg Art Museum to honor Italian art, mentioning notable figures such as Henry Cabot Lodge and Alson Arnold.
    • Center Column: A photograph depicts a formal gathering, possibly at a museum or event, with attendees dressed in elegant attire. The caption reads: "A PLEASANT EXCHANGE of greetings between John Nicholas Brown (left), who came from Providence, R.I., to attend the Evening Lisbon Intrepidity, and Egidio Ortona, Ambassador of Italy."
    • Right Column: Another photograph shows a group of people, possibly at a reception or event, with a caption that is partially cut off.

Middle and Lower Sections:

  • Text Articles:
    • Left Column: An article titled "Robbins Is Named Fogg Art Head" announces Daniel Robbins as the new director of the Fogg Art Museum. The article provides details about Robbins' background, including his academic credentials, teaching experience, and contributions to art history.
    • Center Column: An article titled "Robbins Appointed New Fogg Director" elaborates on Robbins' appointment, highlighting his expertise in 19th-century art and his role as a leading scholar. It also mentions his retirement from Brown University and his transition to the Fogg Art Museum.
    • Right Column: An article titled "Fogg Art Museum Names Robbins As New Director" reiterates the appointment of Daniel Robbins as the new director of the Fogg Art Museum. It includes details about his academic background, his work at Brown University, and his contributions to art history.

Visual Elements:

  • Photographs: The photographs are black-and-white and depict formal events, likely related to the art world. The attendees are dressed in formal attire, suggesting a high-profile occasion.
  • Text: The articles are written in a formal, journalistic style, typical of newspaper reporting. The text is dense and provides detailed information about Daniel Robbins' qualifications and the significance of his appointment.

Overall Theme:

The page focuses on the appointment of Daniel Robbins as the new director of the Fogg Art Museum, emphasizing his academic credentials, expertise in 19th-century art, and contributions to the field of art history. The accompanying photographs suggest that the event was part of a larger celebration or tribute to Italian art, as indicated by the captions and context.

Key Points:

  • Date: March 7, 1971.
  • Newspaper: Sunday Herald Traveler.
  • Main Story: The appointment of Daniel Robbins as the new director of the Fogg Art Museum.
  • Supporting Content: Photographs of formal events, possibly related to the tribute to Italian art, and additional details about Robbins' background and achievements.

This page provides a snapshot of a significant cultural and academic event, highlighting the intersection of art, education, and institutional leadership.