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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1966-May 1973

ARCH.2003.36, Rendition: 805321

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This image displays an open scrapbook or archival album page containing three newspaper clippings from 1971 and early 1972, documenting significant art events and figures associated with the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Here's a detailed breakdown of the clippings:


1. Left Column: "New, young art team takes field"
(Boston Sunday Globe, November 14, 1971)

This article by Edgar J. Driscoll Jr. celebrates a generational shift in Boston’s art leadership, noting that many new museum directors and curators are in their early 30s. It highlights the emergence of the “Boston Visual Artists Union” and profiles several key young figures now running major institutions:

  • Kenworth Moffett: Named Director of the Museum of Fine Arts (MFA), he had just completed a major contemporary art survey.
  • Daniel Robbins: Director of the Fogg Art Museum. His quote emphasizes the need for museums to engage the public and remain relevant to current cultural issues.
  • Christopher Cook: Director of the Institute of Contemporary Art.
  • Michael Westworth: Director of the Rose Art Museum.
  • Harry Schmelz: Director of the Brattleboro Art Center.
  • Hildred Gelber: Director of the National Center for Afro-American Art.
  • John Arthur: Director of the Art Gallery, Boston University.
  • Kasha Linville: Director of the Hayden Gallery, MIT.
  • Richard Zeis: Director of the Worcester Art Museum.
  • Andrew Hyde: Consultant to the Parker 470 Gallery.
  • John David Farmer: Curator of the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard.

The article includes two small black-and-white headshots: Daniel Robbins and Kasha Linville, with captions noting Robbins is “overdue steps” (likely meaning overdue for recognition or promotion) and Linville encourages public access.


2. Upper Right: "Pulitzer Collection"
(Panorama Magazine, through Nov. 21, 1971)

This clipping announces the exhibition of the Joseph Pulitzer, Jr. Collection, described as one of America’s most distinguished personal art collections, on display at the Fogg Art Museum beginning November 14, 1971.

Key points:

  • The collection includes over 250 European and American paintings, drawings, and prints from the late 19th through 20th centuries.
  • It ranges from Gustave Courbet (a portrait of his sister, Juliette Courbet) to contemporary works by artists such as Frank Stella, Monet, Vuillard, Arp, Brancusi, Rothko, Bruce Nauman, and Donald Judd.
  • Artist Walter Barker (a friend of Pulitzer) describes the collection as emphasizing “the coherence of twentieth century art” — connecting past virtues to the present classical.
  • Former Fogg Director John Coolidge is credited with originally recognizing the collection’s value.

Accompanying Image: A black-and-white reproduction of Untitled oil by Joan Miró, painted in 1933, part of the collection. The artwork features Miró’s characteristic abstract, biomorphic forms, stars, and playful lines against a dark background.


3. Bottom Right: “SATYR AND SLEEPING WOMAN”
(The Gazette, January 7, 1972)

This clipping announces a major exhibition of Pablo Picasso’s prints at the Fogg Art Museum to celebrate his 90th birthday (the artist was born in 1881).

  • The exhibition features 53 master prints from Picasso’s own collection.
  • The prints are drawn from various periods, beginning with his Blue Period and ending with his linecuts of the 1960s.
  • The exhibit runs through February 6, 1972.

Accompanying Image: A black-and-white reproduction of a Picasso print titled “Satyr and Sleeping Woman.” The artwork depicts a mythological satyr (a half-man, half-goat creature) gently observing a sleeping woman in a pastoral, tent-like setting. It’s rendered in Picasso’s expressive line style.


Summary

This scrapbook page documents a vibrant moment in Boston’s art scene in the early 1970s — marked by the rise of young museum professionals, the presentation of major private collections (like Pulitzer’s), and landmark exhibitions of canonical artists (like Picasso). The Fogg Art Museum at Harvard served as a central platform for these developments, showcasing both contemporary art and historic masterworks to engage the public.

The page visually represents the intersection of institutional change, private patronage, and public art appreciation. The brown paper background and aged newspaper clippings convey a sense of historical documentation and personal curation.

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The image appears to be a scanned page from a scrapbook or a collection of clippings. It contains several articles and images related to art, specifically focusing on the Boston art scene and exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum.

  1. Left Text Section:

    • The title reads, "New, young art team takes field" and is dated November 14, 1971.
    • It is an article from the Boston Sunday Globe by Edgar J. Driscoll Jr. discussing the impact of new, young art directors or curators in Boston's art institutions, particularly mentioning their influence in the Greater Boston art world.
    • The article mentions individuals like Daniel Robbins, Kasha Linville, and others who are shaping the area's art scene.
  2. Right Text Section:

    • This section, titled "PANORAMA MAGAZINE through Nov. 21, 1971," discusses the collection of the Pulitzer Collection at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • It includes a description of notable artworks and artists, such as Bruce Nauman and Donald Judd, and mentions the significance of their works for the collection.
  3. Pictures:

    • There are two black-and-white photographs of artworks.
      • The top photograph is labeled "Pulitzer Collection" and is a work by Joan Miró, titled "Portrait of a Woman," painted in 1953.
      • The bottom photograph is labeled "SATYR AND SLEEPING WOMAN" and is one of 53 master prints by Picasso, exhibited at the Fogg Museum to celebrate the artist's 90th year.
  4. Layout:

    • The text is arranged in a column format, with images placed at the bottom of the page.
    • The clippings are slightly torn, giving the page a vintage and collected look.

This scrapbook page seems to document the art scene in Boston during the early 1970s, highlighting new young curators and notable exhibitions.

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This image is a collage of news clippings and magazine articles related to art exhibitions and collections, likely compiled in a scrapbook or archive.

  1. Newspaper Clip (Left Side):

    • The clipping is from the "Boston Sunday Globe, November 14, 1971," and is titled "New, young art team takes field" by Edgar J. Driscoll Jr., Globe Staff.
    • The article discusses the new generation of art leaders in the Greater Boston area, mentioning several new directors and curators who have taken key positions in leading art institutions.
    • It includes two black-and-white photographs of Daniel Robbins and Kasha Linville, with captions indicating their roles and contributions to the art scene.
  2. Panorama Magazine Clip (Right Side):

    • The clip is from "Panorama Magazine through Nov. 21, 1971," and discusses the Pulitzer Collection on display at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge.
    • It mentions significant works by contemporary artists such as Bruce Nauman and Donald Judd, as well as historical pieces by Monet, Vuillard, and others.
    • There is an image of an untitled oil painting by Joan Miró, painted in 1953, which is part of the collection.
  3. The Gazette Clip (Bottom Right):

    • This clip is from "The Gazette, January 7, 1972," and discusses an exhibit of 53 master prints by Picasso at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The exhibit celebrates Picasso's 90th year and includes etchings drawn entirely from the Fogg's own collection, ranging from his Blue Period to the 1960s.
    • There is an image of a print titled "Satyr and Sleeping Woman."

The overall theme of the collage is the art scene in the Greater Boston area, highlighting new leadership, significant collections, and notable exhibitions from the early 1970s.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper with multiple clippings attached to it. The clippings are from different newspapers and magazines, and they are pasted on the page in a somewhat haphazard manner. The clippings are about various topics, including art, culture, and politics. The page appears to be part of a scrapbook or a collection of newspaper clippings. The image is in black and white, and the text is written in a variety of fonts and sizes. The clippings are pasted on a brown background, which gives the page a vintage look.

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The image shows a magazine clipping from the Boston Sunday Globe, dated November 14, 1971. The clipping is about a new, young art team taking the field, which refers to a group of young curators and artists who have joined the Boston art scene. The article discusses the importance of these young individuals in shaping the future of the art world in Boston. It mentions that the Fogg Art Museum, one of the prominent art institutions in the city, has appointed a new director, Daniel Robbins, who comes from the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston. The article also highlights the significance of the Fogg Art Museum's collection, which includes works by renowned artists such as Gustave Courbet, Monet, and Picasso. The clipping provides insights into the evolving art scene in Boston and the role of young curators and artists in driving its growth and development.

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The image shows an open page from a magazine or publication, likely from the late 1970s, as indicated by the date "November 14, 1971" at the top of the left page. The layout includes text articles, photographs, and illustrations, suggesting it is a cultural or art-focused publication.

Left Page:

  • Headline: "New, young art team takes field"
    • This article discusses a new generation of artists in the Greater Boston area, emphasizing their fresh approach to art and their role in shaping contemporary art.
    • It mentions the Boston Visual Arts Union, an organization formed by artists to promote their work and influence the art community.
    • Key figures and institutions are highlighted, including the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, the Institute of Contemporary Art, and various galleries and museums.
    • The article includes a photograph of Daniel Robbins, described as the director of the Museum of Art at Rhode Island School of Design, and a quote attributed to Kasha Linville, emphasizing the importance of artists engaging with the present and past.

Right Page:

  • Headline: "PANORAMA MAGAZINE through Nov. 21, 1971"
    • This section appears to be a summary or index of upcoming content in the magazine.
    • It includes a brief description of an upcoming exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts, featuring the Pulitzer Collection.
      • The collection includes works by notable artists such as Joseph Puvis de Chavannes, Courbet, Monet, and others, spanning from the late 19th to the early 20th century.
      • The exhibition runs from November 14 to January 7, 1972.
    • A small illustration or sketch is included, depicting a stylized figure, possibly related to the exhibition or a featured artist.
    • Below the illustration, there is a caption mentioning Satt and Sleeping Woman, one of 53 master prints by Picasso on exhibit at the Fogg, celebrating the artist's 90th birthday. The exhibition runs through February 6.

Visual Elements:

  • Photographs and Illustrations:
    • A black-and-white photograph of Daniel Robbins is prominently displayed on the left page.
    • A small, abstract illustration or sketch is featured on the right page, likely representing an artwork or artist.
    • Another photograph at the bottom right shows a classical painting or print, possibly Satt and Sleeping Woman by Picasso, as mentioned in the caption.

Overall Context:

The page reflects a focus on contemporary art, museum exhibitions, and the role of young artists in shaping the art world. It combines journalistic writing with visual elements to provide readers with insights into current art trends, notable figures, and upcoming cultural events. The layout and content suggest the publication is aimed at art enthusiasts, critics, and professionals in the art world.

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This image is a collage on a scrapbook page featuring various newspaper clippings and text about art and art events. Here are the main components:

  1. Left Section:

    • A detailed article titled "New, young art team takes field" from The Boston Sunday Globe, dated November 14, 1971.
    • The article discusses a new group of individuals taking up prominent artistic and curatorial roles in the Greater Boston art scene.
    • Names like Daniel Robbins and Sasha Linville appear as prominent figures related to the art field, along with their contributions and plans for modern art priorities.
  2. Top Right:

    • A clipping from Panorama Magazine through Nov. 21, 1971, discussing a remarkable collection of personal art displayed at Harvard's Fogg Art Museum.
    • Notable works by modern titans such as Brancusi, Rothko, and Pollock are mentioned, along with the theme of connections between the past and present in art.
    • The collection is tied to Joseph Pulitzer, with an emphasis on artworks dating back to 19th and 20th-century European and American painters.
  3. Middle Right:

    • A small black-and-white reproduction of an abstract artwork by Joan Miró, described as "Woman," accompanied by observations about the artist and the work’s context within the Pulitzer collection.
  4. Bottom Right:

    • A black-and-white reproduction of a Picasso artwork titled "Satyr and Sleeping Woman," which is one of a set of his master prints displayed at the Fogg Museum. It acknowledges the intimate scale of these works and ties them to Picasso’s own collections and influences.

The overall scrapbook layout emphasizes contemporary and historical artistic works featured in exhibitions during the early 1970s, capturing a rich intersection of modern curation and art history.

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The image shows a scrapbook or album page with multiple newspaper clippings and articles related to art and artists, all dated around the early 1970s.

Key elements include:

  1. A large article from the Boston Sunday Globe dated November 14, 1971, titled "New, young art team takes field" by Edgar J. Driscoll Jr. It discusses a new wave of young artists and curators emerging in the Greater Boston art scene and the launch of the Boston Visual Artists Union. The article highlights figures such as Kenworth Moffett and Daniel Robbins and the importance of contemporary art and museums adapting to new developments.

  2. A small text clipping titled "Pulitzer Collection" describes a personal art collection in America on display at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge starting November 14. It mentions Joseph Pulitzer Jr.'s collection of paintings, drawings, sculptures, and prints, including works from artists like Gustave Courbet.

  3. A magazine clipping from PANORAMA MAGAZINE (through Nov. 21, 1971) discusses contemporary art, mentioning pieces by Monet, Vuillard, Arp, Brancusi, Rothko, and others. Artist Walter Barker comments on the significance of twentieth-century art and its recognition by museums.

  4. An image of a white chalk drawing or print entitled "Untitled d4" by Joan Miro, painted in 1951, is noted as part of the Joseph Pulitzer Jr. collection at the Fogg Art Museum.

  5. A black-and-white image titled "SATYR AND SLEEPING WOMAN" from January 7, 1972, extracted from The Gazette, is described as one of 53 master prints by Picasso on exhibit at the Fogg to celebrate the artist’s 90th year. The print shows a satyr interacting with a sleeping woman.

The page appears to be a curated collection of print media focused on modern and contemporary art exhibitions, artists, and art collections in Boston during the early 1970s.

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This image displays a collage of newspaper and magazine clippings, most likely from an album or scrapbook. The left side shows an article from the "Boston Sunday Globe," dated November 14, 1971, with the headline "New, young art team takes field," by Edgar J. Driscoll Jr., Globe Staff. The content of the article itself cannot be discerned due to the angle and size of the text in the image.

The right side features a clipping labeled 'PANORAMA MAGAZINE through Nov. 21, 1971' with references to an art collection. The text mentions contemporary and historic artworks, but specific details are not clear from this image.

At the bottom of the right clipping, there is an image depicting "SATYR AND SLEEPING WOMAN," specified as one of 53 master prints by renowned French artist Honoré Daumier. This particular print is part of a collection that apparently includes pieces from Daumier's La Rue (Street) series and other works from the 1960s.

The central portion of the right side features what is described as the 'Faulkner Collection,' which includes distinct personal art collections. This section also mentions a museum in Cambridge, referencing the display arrangement of some pieces.

While some parts of the text are readable, much is obscured or cut off, preventing a full understanding of all the articles and the context.

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This is a scrapbook page or collage of newspaper clippings about contemporary art from the early 1970s. The clippings are arranged on a brown backing and vary in size.

  • On the left, a tall Boston Sunday Globe article from November 14, 1971 with the headline “New, young art team takes field.”
  • At the bottom left are two small headshots with captions reading Daniel Robbins and Kasha Linville.
  • The right side features a cluster of items, including a clipping headed “PANORAMA MAGAZINE through Nov. 21, 1971” with text about artists and exhibitions, plus a small abstract, line-drawing image.
  • A white label titled “Pulitzer Collection” describes a distinguished personal art collection and its display in Cambridge.
  • A small reproduction of a Picasso work titled “SATYR AND SLEEPING WOMAN” from The Gazette (January 7, 1972) appears at the bottom right.
    Overall, it looks like a personal archive of art-clipping highlights, notes, and reproduced images from that era.