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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1966-May 1973

ARCH.2003.36, Rendition: 805335

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The image appears to be a photograph of an open book or magazine. The top half of the image shows a page with a white background and black text, discussing a book titled "The Pattern of the Cinquecento" by Sidney Freedberg, which focuses on Italian painting in the 16th century. The text is dense and includes a section highlighting the author's approach to the subject and the book's scope.

The bottom half of the image contains another newspaper clipping, dated Thursday, February 3, 1972, from the "Cambridge Chronicle." This clipping includes a photograph of an art exhibition featuring sculptures by David Smith, along with his preliminary drawings and paintings. The image accompanying the article shows a sculpture and a canvas with the title "Red Heart," oil on canvas, from 1959, as well as a steel sculpture from the Sentinel series. The exhibition was held at Harvard University, at the Fogg Art Museum, and the article mentions the dates of the exhibit and the opening hours of the gallery.

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This image shows a page from a book or document with two newspaper clippings pasted onto it. The top clipping is from "TLS 22.10.71" and is titled "The pattern of the Cinquecento." It appears to be a book review or article about a book on Italian painting from the 16th century, written by S. J. Freedberg. The text discusses various artists and their contributions to the art of the period.

The bottom clipping is from the "Cambridge Chronicle" dated Thursday, February 3, 1972. It announces a rare showing of sculptures by David Smith, along with their preliminary drawings and paintings, at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University. The clipping includes a black-and-white photograph of a sculpture and a painting ("Red Heart," oil on canvas, 1959) displayed side by side. The gallery's opening hours are also mentioned.

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This image shows an open magazine or newspaper, specifically a page from the Cambridge Chronicle dated Thursday, February 3, 1972.

The page features a review article titled:

The pattern of the Cinquecento

The review, written by S. J. Freedberg, is of the book Painting in Italy 1500–1600, published by Penguin for £7.50. The book is part of the “Pelican History of Art” series, and the reviewer notes its focus on the central Italian painting of the 16th century.

The review text is dense, spanning three columns, and discusses the book’s approach to major artists (Michelangelo, Raphael, Titian, Pontormo, Bronzino, Correggio, the Carracci, etc.) and its interpretive framework, which emphasizes the interplay between classical ideals and artistic innovation — a departure from “mere factual accumulation.” The reviewer, while acknowledging the book’s scholarly value, also critiques its structure and design, noting it is “awkwardly formed with closely packed pages” and has “inconvenient... photoraphic layout.”

At the bottom right corner of the page, there is a separate gallery announcement titled:

RARE SHOWING of sculptures by David Smith — by side with their preliminary drawings and paintings

It advertises an exhibit at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, which was open from Sunday, February 13, 1972. The exhibit features “Heart,” oil on canvas (1969), and a steel sculpture from the Sentinel series. The gallery hours are listed as Monday–Saturday 8 a.m.–5 p.m. and Sundays 2 p.m.–5 p.m., with no admission charge.

Accompanying this announcement is a black-and-white photograph of two large, abstract steel sculptures by David Smith on display outdoors, silhouetted against a bright sky. The sculptures are tall, standing on pedestals in what appears to be an open plaza or campus lawn.

The overall tone of the page is academic and informative, reflecting a cultural publication covering both scholarly art history and contemporary art exhibitions in a university town.

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The image shows a page from a magazine or newspaper, specifically from the Cambridge Chronicle, dated Thursday, February 3, 1972. The page features an article titled "The Pattern of the Cinquecento," which discusses the art and cultural history of the Cinquecento period in Italy. The article is written by S.J. Freedberg and is accompanied by a photograph of a sculpture by David Smith, titled "Red Heart," which is on exhibit at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University. The article and photograph are printed on the right side of the page, while the left side contains additional text and images that are partially visible. The page has a beige background with a white border, and the text is printed in black ink.

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The image appears to be a page from a book or magazine with a review or article about art. The text discusses the "pattern of the Cinquecento" and provides details about the book "The Pelican History of Art" and its contents. The article mentions the author S.J. Freedberg and provides information about the book's focus on painting in Italy during the 16th century. The image also includes a small clipping from the "Cambridge Chronicle" newspaper, which features an article about a rare exhibition of sculptures by David Smith at Harvard University. The clipping includes a photograph of a sculpture and details about the exhibition's dates and location.

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The image shows an open book, likely a scholarly or art historical text, with two distinct sections visible on the page.

Left Section:

  • Title: "The pattern of the Cinquecento" by S. J. Freedberg.
  • Content: This section is a detailed academic discussion focused on Italian painting from the 1500s to 1600s, known as the Cinquecento period. The text delves into the evolution of artistic styles, the influence of key artists, and the transition from High Renaissance to Mannerism. It references works by artists such as Raphael, Michelangelo, and Titian, and discusses the development of classical and post-classical styles in Venice and Rome.
  • Formatting: The text is dense and formatted in a traditional academic style, with paragraphs discussing historical context, artistic techniques, and critical analysis. It includes references to specific works, artists, and stylistic movements.

Right Section:

  • Headline: "CAMBRIDGE CHRONICLE" with the date "THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 1972."
  • Content: This section appears to be a newspaper clipping or article from The Cambridge Chronicle. It features a photograph of a sculpture titled "Red Heart" by artist David Smith, part of an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum. The article mentions that the exhibition includes preliminary drawings and paintings by Smith, alongside a steel sculpture. The exhibition runs from February 13 to March 13, 1972, and includes viewing hours for weekdays and weekends.
  • Visual Element: The photograph shows a close-up of a metallic, abstract sculpture with a red heart-like form embedded in it. The sculpture appears to be part of Smith's "Heart" series.

Overall Context:

The image juxtaposes two very different types of content:

  1. Scholarly Analysis: The left side is a detailed, academic discussion of Renaissance and Mannerist art, focusing on historical developments and stylistic evolution.
  2. Contemporary Art News: The right side is a news article about a modern art exhibition featuring the work of David Smith, highlighting the contrast between historical art criticism and contemporary art coverage.

The layout and design suggest that this page is from a publication that combines scholarly articles with cultural or art news, possibly an art journal or a magazine that covers both historical and contemporary art.

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The image shows a page from an art magazine or newspaper, with the title "The pattern of the Cinquecento" at the top. The article discusses the art style of the Cinquecento period in Italy, specifically focusing on the works of artists such as Michelangelo and Raphael.

  • Title and Date
    • The title "The pattern of the Cinquecento" is prominently displayed at the top of the page.
    • The date "Thursday, February 3, 1972" is printed below the title.
  • Article Content
    • The article provides an overview of the Cinquecento art style, which emerged in Italy during the 16th century.
    • It highlights the contributions of prominent artists such as Michelangelo and Raphael, who were known for their innovative and influential works.
    • The article also discusses the characteristics of Cinquecento art, including its use of perspective, composition, and color.
  • Image of Artwork
    • A black-and-white photograph of a sculpture is displayed on the right side of the page.
    • The sculpture appears to be a modern piece, created by an artist who was inspired by the styles of the Cinquecento period.
    • The image provides a visual representation of the artistic themes and techniques discussed in the article.
  • Additional Text
    • A small section of text at the bottom of the page announces an upcoming exhibition of sculptures by David Smith.
    • The exhibition will take place at Harvard University and will feature a selection of Smith's works, including his "Red Heart" oil on canvas.
    • The text also provides details about the exhibition, including the dates and times it will be open to the public.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the world of art history and criticism, highlighting the significance of the Cinquecento period and its enduring influence on modern artists.

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The image shows a page from an art book or magazine, featuring a newspaper clipping about a sculpture exhibition. The main article is titled "The pattern of the Cinquecento" and discusses Italian art from the 16th century. It appears to be a review or critique of a book on the subject.

The newspaper clipping is from the Cambridge Chronicle, dated Thursday, February 3, 1972, and features a black-and-white photograph of a sculpture by David Smith. The caption reads: "RARE SHOWING of sculptures by David Smith side-by-side with their preliminary drawings and paintings is on exhibit through Sunday, February 13, at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University. Pictured is 'First Hearst,' an oil on steel, 1966, with a steel sculpture from the Sentinel series. Gallery is open Monday - Saturday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sundays from 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. No admission charge."

Overall, the image suggests that the book or magazine is focused on art history and criticism, and that it includes reviews and discussions of various art exhibitions and artists.

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The image presents a brown folder with two newspaper clippings attached to it. The folder is open, revealing its contents.

  • The folder is made of brown paper or cardboard and has a rectangular shape.
    • It is open, showing the inside of the folder.
    • The folder contains two newspaper clippings.
  • The first clipping is a review of a book titled "The Pattern of the Cinquecento" by S.J. Freedberg.
    • The review is from the Times Literary Supplement (TLS) dated October 22, 1971.
    • The review discusses the book's focus on painting in Italy between 1500 and 1600.
    • The reviewer praises the book for its comprehensive coverage of the subject matter.
  • The second clipping is an advertisement for an art exhibition featuring sculptures by David Smith.
    • The advertisement is from the Cambridge Chronicle dated February 3, 1972.
    • The exhibition is scheduled to take place at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, from February 13 through March 9, 1959.
    • The exhibition will feature a steel sculpture from the "Tanktotem" series, as well as drawings and paintings by the artist.

In summary, the image shows a brown folder containing two newspaper clippings: a review of a book on Italian painting and an advertisement for an art exhibition featuring sculptures by David Smith.

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The image presents a scanned or photographed page from an open book, featuring two newspaper clippings. The left clipping is titled "The pattern of the Cinquecento" and appears to be a book review of S.J. Freedberg's "Painting in Italy 1500-1600." The right clipping is from the Cambridge Chronicle, dated Thursday, February 3, 1972, and discusses an exhibit of sculptures by David Smith at the Fogg Art Museum.

Left Clipping:

  • Title: "The pattern of the Cinquecento"
  • Book review of S.J. Freedberg's "Painting in Italy 1500-1600"
  • Discusses the book's content, including its organization and the author's approach to art history

Right Clipping:

  • Source: Cambridge Chronicle
  • Date: Thursday, February 3, 1972
  • Topic: Exhibit of sculptures by David Smith at the Fogg Art Museum
  • Includes details about the exhibit, such as the types of works on display and the museum's hours

Background:

  • The clippings are placed on a brown paper background, which resembles a book page.
  • The overall appearance suggests that the image is a scanned or photographed page from an open book.