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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1966-May 1973

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The image appears to be a page from a scrapbook or album containing various newspaper clippings and images related to art exhibitions and specific artworks. Here is a detailed summary of the contents:

  1. Top Left Corner:

    • A folded newspaper clipping with the visible text "Vermont Sunday" and "Why do state...". The exact content of the article is not clear due to the folding.
  2. Bottom Left:

    • An image of a painting titled "The Legend of the Rose" by Wiri Berner-Löw. The painting depicts a young girl in a flowing dress standing in a forest setting. The caption below the image indicates that the painting is an oil on canvas, measuring 12 3/4 x 21 inches, and was created by Mathieu Maris between 1839 and 1917.
  3. Right Side:

    • A photograph of a bronze statuette titled "Eve" by Franz Iffland. The caption describes it as a statuette by a 19th-century German sculptor, standing more than 20 inches tall, and part of an exhibition at the Busch-Reisinger Museum through November. The image is signed by Harold Goette and dated November 5, 1971.
  4. Bottom Right:

    • A small newspaper clipping from "The Gazette" dated December 31, 1971. It lists various art exhibitions and events at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, including:
      • "A Glow and Other Images of Reverie and Apprehension: The Graphic Suites of Max Klinger" (through January 22).
      • "Vanishing Point: Works of Willi Baumeister" (through January 22).
      • "Light and Structure in Gothic Design" (through January 16).
      • "Gifts of Paintings, 20th Century European Art" (through January 16).
      • "Gallery Tour in German" (January 9).
      • "Gallery Talk: Max Klinger" (January 9).
      • "Reverie and Apprehension: The Graphic Suites of Max Klinger" (January 9).

The page seems to be a collection of art-related news and events, likely compiled by someone interested in art history and exhibitions.

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The image shows an open, worn book or scrapbook with various newspaper clippings and photographs pasted on one of its pages. Here is a detailed description of the contents:

  1. Upper Left Corner:

    • A partially visible clipping, with headlines and text related to news stories. The text is not fully readable, so specific details are unclear.
  2. Middle Left:

    • A black and white photograph of a sculpture titled “Little Girl with Butterflies.” The photograph credits the image to the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University. The sculpture is identified as “Little Girl with Butterflies,” created by Matthew Maris in 1930-1937.
  3. Upper Right:

    • A clipping featuring a photograph of another sculpture, this one titled “Eve.” The accompanying text identifies it as a bronze statue by Franz Barwig (1868-1933), a Viennese sculptor. The sculpture is described as one of more than 20 bronzes by the artist on exhibit at the Museum of Art, Richmond, Virginia, from November 5 to December 31, 1971. The clipping also includes the date “Nov. 5, 1971” and some handwriting.
  4. Lower Right:

    • Another clipping from “The Gazette” dated Sunday, December 31, 1971. The text appears to list various art exhibits and events, including:
      • “Busch-Reisinger Museum: A Glove and Other Images of Reverie and Apprehension: The Graphic Suites of Max Klinger” (through Jan. 9)
      • “Museum of Art: 20th Century German Art” (through Jan. 9)
      • “Lobby, Fogg Art Museum: Light and Structure in Gothic Design” (through Jan. 9)
      • “Arts Council, Fogg Art Museum: 20th Annual Exhibition of Printmaking” (through Jan. 9)
      • “Arts Council, Fogg Art Museum: 25 for Indian Miniatures, Gift of Professor John Kenneth Galbraith” (through Jan. 9)
      • “Gallery 15: Homage to Picasso” (through Feb. 6)

Overall, the page is dedicated to art-related news and images, likely collected by someone interested in sculptures and art exhibitions during the early 1970s.

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The image shows a collection of clippings and notes pinned to a piece of brown paper or cardboard. Here's a detailed summary:

  1. Top Left Corner:

    • A newspaper clipping with an advertisement and text partially visible. The text appears to discuss a slide presentation or event.
  2. Center Left:

    • A black-and-white photograph titled "Little Girl With Butterflies" by Matthew Mars, dated 1939-1947. The caption mentions it is an oil painting (85 x 71 inches). The photo depicts a young girl holding butterflies.
  3. Center Right:

    • A newspaper clipping featuring a bronze statue of a female figure, identified as "Eve" by Franz Barwig (1868-1931). The clipping provides information about the statue, including its exhibition at the Busch-Reisinger Museum and mentions it is part of a collection of bronze sculptures by the artist.
  4. Bottom Left Corner:

    • A small, handwritten note with the date November 5, 1971, and the signature "Howard Gazette."
  5. Bottom Center:

    • Another newspaper clipping or flyer listing various events and exhibitions at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, including:
      • "A Glove and Other Images of Reverie and Apprension: The Graphic Suites of Max Klinger"
      • "Visualization of Concepts (Work of Will Burtin)"
      • "Light and Structure in Gothic Design"
      • "Baloney: 26 Floor Indian Miniatures"
      • "Lecture on German Graphic Design"
      • A gallery tour to Germany on January 9, featuring events like "A Glove and Other Images of Reverie and Apprension: The Graphic Suites of Max Klinger" and "Homage to Picasso," scheduled for December 31, 1971, and January 9, 1972.
  6. Background:

    • The entire collection is pinned together on a large piece of brown paper, likely part of a scrapbook or an organized collection of art-related documents and clippings.

This collage seems to be related to art exhibitions, particularly focusing on historical and contemporary works by various artists and their exhibits at the Busch-Reisinger Museum.

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The image shows a collection of old, clipped newspaper articles and a small piece of paper, all affixed to a brown, aged cardboard backing.

  1. Top Section:

    • There is a newspaper clipping that appears to be from the "Boston Globe." The headline reads "Yearly do slide," suggesting an article about a yearly event that has slipped or gone awry.
  2. Middle Section:

    • To the left, there is a black-and-white photograph of a sculpture titled "Little Girl With Butterflies" by Matthewis Marii, dated 1939-1917 (note: the date seems incorrect as 1939 is later than 1917). The caption indicates the photo is courtesy of the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University.
    • To the right, there is a black-and-white photo of a bronze statue labeled "Eve," created by Franz Barwig (1868-1931). The accompanying text describes it as one of more than 20 bronzes by Barwig and mentions it was exhibited at the Busch-Reisinger Museum (through November).
  3. Bottom Section:

    • There is a piece of paper with an event listing dated December 31, 1971, from "The Gazette." It includes details of various exhibitions and events at the Busch-Reisinger Museum and other locations, such as:
      • "A Glove and Other Images of Reverie and Apprehension: The Graphic Suites of Max Klinger" at the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
      • Visualization of Concepts by Will Burrin.
      • Light and Structure in Gothic Design at the Carpenter Center.
      • A lecture by Professor John Kenneth Galbraith.
      • An exhibition titled "Homage to Picasso" through February 6, 1972.
    • Another event is a "Gallery Tour in Germany" at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, scheduled for January 9, 1972, with a lecture by Julia Phelps on the graphic suites of Max Klinger.
  4. Handwritten Note:

    • A handwritten note in the lower right corner of the "Eve" article section, dated November 5, 1971, with the signature "Howard Gazelle."

Overall, the image appears to be a collection of clippings and notes related to art exhibitions, lectures, and events, likely curated by someone interested in art history and museum exhibitions.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and a photograph arranged on a large, brownish piece of paper or cardboard. Here is a detailed description of each element:

  1. Top Left Corner:

    • There is a small, partially visible clipping with a headline that reads "BEETS" and mentions "Year-Round" and "Eating Beets."
  2. Top Center:

    • Another clipping is visible with a headline that reads "Why Do Slide Shows..." and discusses the quality of slide shows and their impact on audiences.
  3. Center Left:

    • A black-and-white photograph of an artwork titled "Little Girl With Butterfly," attributed to Matisse (1869-1954). The artwork is described as an oil painting, 39" x 25", from the year 1917. The photograph caption states it is courtesy of the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University.
  4. Center Right:

    • A black-and-white photograph of a bust statue titled "Eve," created by Franz Barwig (1868-1931). The caption mentions it is a bronze and one of more than 20 busts and bronzes by the artist. It was on exhibit at the Busch-Reisinger Museum. The clipping is dated November 5, 1971, and is signed "Howard Gazette."
  5. Bottom Center:

    • A clipping dated December 31, 1971, from "The Gazette" newspaper. It lists several events at the Busch-Reisinger Museum:
      • "A Glove and Other Images of Reverie and Apprehension: The Graphic Suites of Max Klinger" at the Center for German Studies.
      • "Visualization of Concepts (Work of Will Burrin)" in the Lobby.
      • "Light and Structure in Gothic Design" in the Lobby.
      • "Bacchanal" by Balency.
      • "25 Floor Indian Miniatures, Gift of Professor John Kenneth Galbraith."
      • "Homage to Picasso" in Gallery 15 (through February 6).
      • "Gallery Tour in Germany" on January 9, featuring "A Glove and Other Images of Reverie and Apprehension: The Graphic Suites of Max Klinger" by Julia Phelps, at 3 p.m.

This collage appears to be a collection of art-related news and images, likely of interest to someone involved with or interested in art and cultural events from the early 1970s.

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The image displays an open page from a scrapbook, which includes several items related to art and museum visits. Here is a detailed description of each component:

  1. Top Left Corner (Part of a Larger Page):

    • A portion of a page from a publication is visible, discussing a topic related to "stuffing" and possibly taxidermy. The text is partially cut off, but it appears to be instructional in nature.
  2. Left Side (Photograph and Label):

    • A black and white photograph of a sculpture labeled "Little Girl With Butterflies" by Harriet Whitney Frishmuth (1880-1980). The sculpture is dated from 1917 and has a note indicating it is part of the collection at The Flag Art Museum, Harvard University.
  3. Middle (Text Clipping):

    • A humorous clipping with the phrase "Iilly do slide" is affixed to the page.
  4. Right Side (Photograph and Label):

    • A photograph of a bronze statue labeled "Eve" by Franz Barwig (1868-1931), a Viennese sculptor. The label notes that this statue is one of more than 20 bronzes and is exhibited at the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
  5. Bottom Right (Newspaper Clipping):

    • A newspaper clipping from The Gazette dated December 31, 1971, detailing a museum tour schedule:
      • Friday, January 7, 3 p.m.: Busch-Reisinger Museum, focusing on "A Glove and Other Images of Reverence and Apprehension: The Graphic Suites of Max Klinger."
      • Sunday, January 9, 3 p.m.: Busch-Reisinger Museum, focusing on "The Graphic Suites of Max Klinger" with a lecture by Juli Peeples.

The scrapbook page combines elements of art appreciation, museum visits, and humorous clippings, reflecting the creator's interest in art and museum exhibitions.

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This image shows a page from a scrapbook or album with several newspaper clippings pasted on it.

  • On the left side, there is a black-and-white reproduction of a painting titled "Little Girl With Butterflies." The painting depicts a young girl in a dress with butterflies around her. Below this image, there is a caption stating it is an oil painting (9 3/8" x 7 7/8") by Matthew Maris (1839-1917), courtesy of the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University.

  • On the upper right side, there is a clipping showing a photograph of a brass statuette titled "Eve" by Franz Barwig (1868-1931), a Viennese sculptor. The statuette is of a nude woman standing confidently. The text mentions that it is one of more than 20 bronzes and bronzes, many of animals, by Barwig now exhibited at the Busch-Reisinger Museum. There is a handwritten note below this clipping that reads "Harvard Gazette Nov 5, 1971."

  • At the bottom right, there is another clipping dated December 31, 1971, from "The Gazette," listing exhibitions and gallery tours related to the Busch-Reisinger Museum, the Fogg Art Museum, and related art events including graphic suites, miniatures, and Picasso works, along with lecture information.

The scraps appear organized on a brown page, giving the impression of carefully collected art and museum-related clippings from the early 1970s.

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This is an image of an open scrapbook or collection of clippings and articles, seemingly of artistic and exhibit-related content. On the left side, there is an older, somewhat faded image with caption text at the bottom. To the right, there are a series of clippings with text and an image of a statue in the center, accompanied by a description related to an exhibit. Bottom right features a list of dates and a small card with handwritten text. There is visible tape on some of the clippings, indicating they have been affixed onto the pages. The open page is part of a larger book or binder, as suggested by the visible binding on the left edge.

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The image depicts a page from an archival or scrapbook-like collection, featuring a variety of items that suggest a focus on art, exhibitions, and cultural events. Here is a detailed description:

Layout and Content:

  1. Top Left:

    • A piece of paper or card with text that appears to be a headline or title: "Why do slide" followed by partially obscured text. The visible text suggests it may be part of a larger document or label, possibly indicating a thematic or organizational purpose.
  2. Center Left:

    • A black-and-white photograph titled "Little Girl with Butterflies" by Matthias Marie, dated 1893–1917. The photograph shows a young girl with a delicate pose, holding butterflies in her hands. The image is mounted on a card or label, with additional text at the bottom indicating its source: "Picture is courtesy of the Pop Art Museum, Harvard University."
  3. Top Right:

    • A printed photograph or postcard depicting a bronze statue of a female figure, labeled as "Eve" by Franz Barwig (1866–1931), a Viennese sculptor. The text describes Barwig as one of the most prolific sculptors of his time, with more than 20 bronze works now on exhibit at the Busch-Reisinger Museum. The image includes a handwritten note at the bottom: "Hand Gazette, Nov. 5, 1971."
  4. Bottom Right:

    • A printed program or flyer for an event titled "The Gazette", dated December 31, 1971. The flyer lists several exhibitions and events, including:
      • Blasch-Rensing Museum: Features works by Reverie and Apprehension, The Graphic Suites of Max Klinger, and other artists.
      • Carpenter Center: Includes a visualization of "Light and Structure in Gothic Design."
      • Lobby, Light of Concept (Work of Willi Burti): An exhibition running through January 9.
      • Balcony: Features 24 Indian Miniatures, a gift from Professor John Kenneth Galbraith (Economics).
      • Gallery Tour in German (Busch-Reisinger Museum): A guided tour of "A Glove and Other Images of Reverie and Apprehension: The Graphic Suites of Max Klinger," featuring lectures by Julia Pfeip and Annette Harding-Busch-Reisinger, scheduled for Sunday, January 9, at 3 p.m.

Overall Context:

The page appears to be part of an archival collection, likely maintained by an institution or individual interested in art, exhibitions, and cultural events. The items suggest a focus on:

  • Artworks: Including photographs and sculptures.
  • Exhibitions and Museum Events: Highlighting specific exhibitions and lectures, particularly at the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
  • Historical Documentation: The inclusion of dated materials (e.g., 1971 program) indicates an effort to preserve and document cultural and artistic activities over time.

The arrangement of items—photographs, printed materials, and handwritten notes—suggests a curated or organized approach to preserving and showcasing cultural artifacts and events.

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A scrapbook page has some pieces of paper with text and images attached to it. The paper on the top left corner has a black border and has some text written on it. There is a black-and-white photo of a girl with butterflies on her right side. The other paper on the right has a statue of a woman, and there is a text that reads "Eve." There are also some pieces of paper with text attached to it.