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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1966-May 1973

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This image displays the open pages of a physical newspaper or magazine, showing sections from two different issues: one from December 23, 1971, and another from January 2, 1972.

The pages are printed on aged, light-brown paper and are formatted with columns of text and inset photographs. The layout suggests it is an arts and culture section, likely from the Cambridge Chronicle and Sunday Herald Traveler.


Page Layout Summary:

Top Half (From December 23, 1971, Cambridge Chronicle):

  • Left Column: Features an article with a prominent black-and-white image captioned:

    PICASSO LINOCUT “Head of a Woman” (1962) is among the exhibition of 53 master prints of the great artist on view at the Fogg Museum through February 6 in honor of Picasso’s ninetieth year.

    This article discusses exhibitions, including one by Max Klinger and another at the Wichita Art Museum.

  • Right Column: Contains an article about an exhibit titled “Graphics of Israel II,” featuring a silkscreen print by David Share called “Mountain of the Lord.” The print depicts a stylized village scene with figures, possibly biblical or historical, and a large, central moon.

    David Share’s silkscreen print, “Mountain of the Lord,” is included in the exhibit, “Graphics of Israel II,” at the Pucker Safrai Gallery through January.


Bottom Half (From January 2, 1972, Sunday Herald Traveler):

  • Headline: “Where do big Sculptures go?” — an article by Caron Le Brun Danilkin.

  • Content: This article explores the placement and challenges of large outdoor sculptures, especially those associated with M.I.T. and Harvard. It discusses:

    • The “Monumental Sculpture for Public Spaces” exhibit.
    • The placement of sculptures like Louise Nevelson’s “Atmosphere and Environment” and Alexander Liberman’s “Up-Ended.”
    • How institutions manage large-scale public art, including loaning pieces to other campuses and locations.
    • Upcoming exhibits, including a show on “Weaving Unlimited” at the Alpha Gallery and “Chinese Painting of the Late Ming” at the Fogg Museum.
  • The article includes quotes and observations about the physical challenges and symbolic meanings of large sculptures, referencing artists like Bernard Rosenthal, Beverly Pepper, and John Storrs.


Observations:

  • The content reveals a focus on contemporary art exhibitions, public sculpture, and museum collections in the Cambridge/Boston area in early 1972.
  • The juxtaposition of Picasso’s linocut and David Share’s “Mountain of the Lord” suggests diverse stylistic and thematic interests.
  • The tone of the “big Sculptures” article is informative and slightly humorous, with the author noting the “body politic” of sculpture placement.
  • The paper’s physical condition — slightly yellowed and creased — indicates it is a preserved original or archival copy.

This spread offers a fascinating snapshot of early 1970s art culture in New England, highlighting institutional collaborations, public art debates, and international exhibitions.

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The image appears to be a scanned page from a newspaper, specifically the Cambridge Chronicle, dated Thursday, December 23, 1971. The page contains two separate articles, each with accompanying images of artwork.

The first article discusses an exhibition of etchings by Max Klinger, an artist associated with the "Die Brücke" group. The images show a Picasso linocut titled "Head of a Woman" and a silkscreen print by David Sharir called "Mountain of the Lord."

The second article, titled "Where do big Sculptures go?" by Caron Le Brun Danikian, addresses the placement of large outdoor sculptures after an exhibit. It mentions the "Monumental Sculpture for Public Spaces" which was previously displayed at the Boston City Hall Plaza and is now scattered across the MIT campus. The article also covers the exhibition at the Fogg Museum's "Homage to Picasso" show and the upcoming exhibitions at Harvard and other galleries.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings pasted onto a page, likely from a scrapbook. The clippings are from different dates and publications, and they appear to be related to art exhibitions and sculptures.

  1. Top Left Clipping: This is from the "Cambridge Chronicle" dated Thursday, December 23, 1971. It features a Picasso linocut titled "Head of a Woman" from 1962, which is part of an exhibition of 53 master prints by Picasso at the Fogg Museum. The exhibition is in honor of Picasso's ninetieth year.

  2. Top Right Clipping: This is from the "Sunday Herald Traveler" dated January 2, 1972. It includes a black and white image of David Sharir's silkscreen print titled "Mountain of the Lord," which is included in the exhibition "Graphics of Israel II" at the Pucker Safari Gallery. The text mentions two important 20th-century artists, Erich Heckel and Arnulf Rainer, who will be spotlighted in major spring shows at the Busch Gallery. It also discusses an exhibition at the Pucker Safrai Gallery in Boston featuring graphics by 11 artists of Israel with a special grouping of 13 works particularly commissioned for the show and based on the theme of "Peace."

  3. Bottom Clipping: This is from the "Sunday Herald Traveler" dated January 2, 1972. The headline reads, "Where do big Sculptures go?" The article discusses the fate of large outdoor sculptures after an exhibition at Boston City Hall Plaza. It mentions that these sculptures have been loaned to MIT and are now scattered over the MIT campus, with some being placed in front of buildings and others in courtyards. The article also mentions specific sculptures and their locations on the MIT campus.

The page appears to be a collection of articles about art exhibitions and sculptures, focusing on the works of Picasso, Israeli artists, and the placement of large sculptures at MIT.

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The image depicts a page from a newspaper or magazine, likely from the early 1970s, featuring various articles and advertisements. The page is divided into several sections, each with distinct content.

At the top left corner, there is an article titled "Cambridge Chronicle" with a date of Thursday, December 23, 1971. Below this, there is an image of a painting by Picasso, titled "Head of a Woman" (1962), which is part of an exhibition of 53 master prints at the Fogg Museum. The article mentions that this is the museum's nineteenth exhibition of prints by Picasso.

To the right of the Picasso article, there is another article about the Busch-Reisinger Museum, which features a collection of 71 engravings by Max Klinger, including "A Glove and Other Images of Reverence and Apostasy: The Graphic Suites of Max Klinger." The article notes that the exhibition was organized by the Museum of Art in Rhode Island and was popular during Klinger's lifetime.

Below these articles, there is a larger section titled "Where do big Sculptures go?" by Caren La Brun Danika. This article discusses the challenges of placing large sculptures in public spaces, using examples such as the "Cube in Seven Parts" by Bernard Rosenthal at MIT and the "Homage to Picasso" by David Smith at Harvard. The article explores the aesthetic and practical considerations involved in siting large sculptures.

Further down the page, there is an advertisement for the Fogg Art Museum's exhibition of wood sculptures by Bernard Langlois, which includes a 16-foot barnyard and a selection of 17th-century American art.

Overall, the page provides a snapshot of the cultural and artistic landscape of the time, highlighting exhibitions, artistic challenges, and public art installations.

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An open book with text and images is placed on a white surface. The text is written in black font. The book has several pages, and the pages are arranged in a row. The text on the pages is about sculptures and exhibitions. The images are of sculptures, buildings, and landscapes. The image on the left is a sculpture of a woman's head. The image on the right is a drawing of a building.

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The image shows an open book or magazine featuring a page from the Cambridge Chronicle dated Thursday, December 23, 1971. The page is divided into two main sections, each containing text and accompanying illustrations.

Top Section:

  • Headline: "PICASSO LINCOLN 'Head of a Woman' (1962)"
  • Description: This section discusses an exhibition of 53 master prints by the renowned artist Picasso, displayed at the Fogg Museum through February 6, 1972, in honor of Picasso's 91st birthday.
  • Illustration: On the left, there is a black-and-white graphic or print of a stylized face, likely representing Picasso's artwork. The illustration is abstract and features bold, angular lines and a prominent eye, characteristic of Picasso's modernist style.
  • Text: The accompanying text provides context about the exhibition, mentioning that it includes works by Max Klinger and other artists, and notes that Picasso's death in 1973 is approaching, making this exhibition particularly significant.

Bottom Section:

  • Headline: "Where do big Sculptures go?"
  • Description: This section explores the placement and display of large outdoor sculptures, particularly those created by artists like Louise Nevelson and others. It discusses how these monumental works are situated in public spaces, such as city halls, campuses, and other urban environments.
  • Text: The article is attributed to Carolyn La Bruin Dankel and delves into the challenges and considerations of displaying large sculptures in public settings. It mentions specific examples, such as sculptures at M.I.T., City Hall, and other locations, and discusses the aesthetic and functional aspects of these installations.
  • Illustration: On the right side of the page, there is a black-and-white photograph of a sculpture titled "Mountain of the Lord" by David Shorrie. The sculpture appears to be an abstract, geometric form, possibly made of metal or another industrial material, and is displayed in an indoor setting, likely an art gallery or museum. The caption indicates that this work is part of an exhibition titled "Graphics of Israel II" at the Fogg Gallery through January.

Additional Details:

  • The page includes a smaller text snippet at the top right, mentioning an exhibition of 72 works by Max Klinger at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, organized by the Städtische Sammlungen in Moers, Germany.
  • The layout is typical of a newspaper or magazine, with clear headings, subheadings, and accompanying visuals to illustrate the articles.

Overall Context:

The page combines art criticism and cultural commentary, focusing on both historical and contemporary art forms. It highlights Picasso's legacy, the evolving role of large-scale sculptures in public spaces, and the diverse range of artistic expressions showcased in exhibitions. The visual elements—abstract graphics and photographs—enhance the textual content, providing a rich, multifaceted view of the art world in 1971.

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The image shows an open scrapbook or newspaper clipping book with articles and images pasted onto its pages. These materials appear to be from various publications and are likely related to art, exhibitions, and cultural events. The clippings contain both text and printed images.

On the left top corner of the left page is the title "THURSDAY, DECEMBER 23, 1971," with a subheading "CAMBRIDGE CHRONICLE." Below this title is an article with a bold heading "PICASSO LINOCUT" alongside an image of Picasso's artwork, described as "Head of a Woman (1962)" which is on view at the Fogg Museum through February 6 in honor of Picasso’s ninetieth year. The article mentions details about the exhibition.

To the right of this article is another smaller clipping, featuring an etching by Max Slevogt, and there's a mention of an exhibition of 53 etchings by the artist. Below, there is text regarding other artists and exhibitions.

The dominant article on this two-page spread is titled “Where do big Sculptures go?” by Carro H. Bernd Dämlich. The text discusses the fate and placement of large sculptures, referencing specific sculptures and their locations, such as "The Picasso" in New York City. Other parts of the article are obscured by the way the clipping has been placed.

On the right page, there are additional clippings related to various arts and exhibition topics. A notable article is titled “SUNDAY HERALD TRAVELER, JANUARY 9, 1972” and it continues to discuss related arts subjects, mentioning exhibits such as “The Japanese 'Dry Garden'” and “The Shrine to Peace” along with the places where these can be found.

Since the image focuses on a particular selection of text and images, it serves as documented history of arts and culture as reported in the media at the time. The condition of the paper suggests they have been kept for archival or personal interest purposes.

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This image shows a scrapbook page containing various newspaper clippings, mostly related to art exhibitions and sculptures, dated from late 1971 to early 1972.

  1. The top left clipping (dated Thursday, December 23, 1971, from the Cambridge Chronicle) features a black-and-white image of a Picasso linocut titled "Head of a Woman" (1962). The caption mentions that this artwork is part of an exhibition of 53 master prints at the Fogg Museum through February 6, honoring Picasso's ninetieth year.

  2. The top middle clipping discusses an exhibition at the Busch-Reisinger Museum featuring 73 etchings by Max Klinger, on loan from the Staatliche graphische Sammlung in Munich. It also mentions upcoming spring shows at the museum highlighting works by artists including Die Brücke members and Arnulf Rainer.

  3. The top right clipping has a black-and-white image of a screensaver print titled "Mountain of the Lord" by David Sharir. It says this print is included in the exhibition “Graphics of Israel II” at the Pucker Safrai Gallery through January.

  4. The bottom half of the page is dominated by a large article titled "Where do big Sculptures go?" from A Sunday Herald Traveler, dated January 2, 1972. The article by Caron Le Brun Dankilan discusses the fate of outdoor sculptures after exhibitions, specifically the "Monumental Sculpture for Public Spaces" show at Boston City Hall Plaza. It covers topics such as where sculptures are placed during winter, public attitudes toward them, notable sculptures on the MIT campus, and upcoming art exhibits at Harvard and other locations.

Overall, the page serves as a historical collection of art-related news and exhibitions from the early 1970s.

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This image features a scrapbook page containing clippings from newspaper articles. Here's a breakdown of its content:

  1. Top Left:

    • A newspaper clipping with the title "CAMBRIDGE CHRONICLE" dated Thursday, December 23, 1971.
    • It includes an image of a Picasso linocut, titled "Head of a Woman" (1962), described as part of an exhibition of 53 master prints at the Fogg Museum in honor of Picasso's 90th year.
  2. Top Right:

    • A clipping featuring an illustration titled "Mountain of the Lord" by artist David Sharir. The artwork is described as part of the exhibition "Graphics of Israel II," shown at the Pucker Safrai Gallery.
  3. Bottom Section:

    • A large article titled “Where do big Sculptures go?” by Caron Le Brun Damikian, featured in the Sunday Herald Traveler on January 2, 1972.
    • The article discusses the locations, storage, and display of large-scale sculptures, with examples from various institutions such as MIT and Harvard.
  4. General Format:

    • The clippings are adhered to a muted green scrapbook background, with visible signs of wear and slightly aged paper.

This image showcases pieces of historical and artistic significance, demonstrating topics ranging from modern art to monumental sculpture.

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This is a scrapbook page made of brown backing with several old newspaper clippings about art exhibitions pasted on it.

  • Top left: A clipping from Thursday, December 23, 1971 (Cambridge Chronicle) showing Picasso Linocut “Head of a Woman” (1962) as part of a show of master prints at the Fogg Museum, with a black-and-white image of the artwork.
  • Top center/right: Two smaller clippings with images and captions about other art exhibits (one features a graphic/architectural image, the other a silkscreen/print). The captions are small and somewhat hard to read.
  • Bottom: A large clipping spanning the width titled “Where do big Sculptures go?” by Carolyn Le Brun Davenport (from the Sunday Herald Traveler, January 2, 1972). It contains several columns of text about the placement and display of large sculptures, mentioning museums, galleries, and urban spaces.

Overall, the page documents early 1970s art exhibitions and discussions about displaying large-scale sculpture, arranged like a collage on a bulletin-board page.