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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1966-May 1973

ARCH.2003.36, Rendition: 805354

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This image displays a scrapbook page made of aged, brownish paper, featuring several newspaper clippings from early 1972, primarily from the Boston Globe. The clippings are affixed to the page and relate to art exhibitions in Boston, Massachusetts.

The two main articles are:

  1. “Klinger: graphic and surreal” (Boston Globe, Friday, Feb. 4, 1972):

    • Written by Edgar Driscoll Jr., Globe Staff.
    • It announces a major U.S. exposure of Max Klinger, a turn-of-the-century German artist, at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University.
    • The article describes Klinger’s work as a mixture of “sex, love, death and the hereafter” and “haunting, strange, dream, trance or nightmarish imagery,” noting his influence on later artists like Ernst, Klimt, and Munch.
    • A small, black-and-white photograph accompanies the article, showing a dark, abstract, welded metal sculpture.
    • A handwritten note “Globe 1-16-72” is written on a small piece of paper placed over the top of this article.
  2. “Master US sculptor 23 Smith works handsome show” (Boston Globe, Friday, Feb. 4, 1972):

    • Also by Edgar Driscoll Jr.
    • This article reviews a show of 23 works by American sculptor David Smith at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard.
    • It highlights Smith’s importance as a pioneer of direct metal sculpture and mentions his famous work “Cubi XXV.”
    • The article includes a sub-headline “‘DRAWING IN SPACE’ is a metaphor ascribed to the work of David Smith...” and a small photo of Smith’s “Fish” sculpture — a large, abstract, welded steel piece.

Additional Clippings:

  • A small clipping from the Herald Traveler, dated Feb 25, 1972, announces a “Preview for Friends of Fogg” at the New England Collections. It notes the event is by invitation only and that the public opening will follow.
  • Another small, partially visible clipping is tucked to the left.

Overall Context:
The page appears to be a curated collection of reviews and previews for significant art exhibitions occurring in Boston in early 1972, specifically focusing on the works of Max Klinger and David Smith. The handwritten date and the collection of related clippings suggest someone (possibly a museum staff member, art critic, or enthusiast) was keeping a record of these notable events. The physical state of the page, with its aged paper and taped clippings, gives it a vintage, archival feel.

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The image appears to be a scanned page from a book or a collection of newspaper clippings, likely related to art reviews or articles. The page is divided into several sections, each containing different articles or reviews.

  1. Top Left Section: A large article titled "Klinger: graphic and surreal" by Edgar Driscoll Jr. from the "Globe" dated January 16, 1972. This article discusses the graphic and surreal works of the German artist Max Klinger, who is known for his intricate and often bizarre etchings and lithographs. The article highlights the artist's themes of sexuality, death, and the supernatural, which are expressed through his haunting, strange, dreamy, trance, or nightmarish imagery. The article mentions that Klinger's graphics were influenced by surrealistic techniques and that his work was considered the perfect bourgeois gentleman farmer and a dean of the German art establishment of his day. The article also references the Wichita Art Museum, Kansas, which organized the exhibit.

  2. Top Right Section: A smaller article from the "Boston Globe" dated February 4, 1972, titled "Drawing in Space" is associated with the artwork "Fish" by the sculptor David Smith. This article discusses Smith's use of space in his sculptures, particularly the piece "Fish," which is described as a metaphor for his work in space. It mentions that Smith's sculptures are composed of welded steel and painted vermilion red, and the article highlights Smith's influence on the development of direct metal sculpture in the United States and his pioneering role in the art world.

  3. Bottom Left Section: A smaller article from the "Herald-Traveler" dated February 25, 1972, titled "Preview for Friends of Fogg." This article discusses the preview of an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, titled "Attic Vase Painting in New England Collections," which was held in March 1972. The article mentions that the exhibition was only open to the public and friends of the Fogg for a limited period, from March 1st. It also provides details about the opening hours and the exhibition's duration.

The page seems to be a collection of historical articles related to art, specifically focusing on the works of Max Klinger, David Smith, and the exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum. The articles provide insights into the artist's work and the context in which these works were presented.

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This image is a scanned page from a scrapbook or collection of newspaper clippings, focusing on art exhibitions and reviews from the early 1970s. The page is divided into two main sections.

Left Section:

  • Headline: "Klinger: graphic and surreal"
  • Article: Written by Edgar Driscoll Jr. for the Globe, dated January 16, 1972. The article discusses a major exhibition of the work of the 19th-century German artist Max Klinger, featuring his etchings and lithographs. It describes his work as surreal, bizarre, and dealing with themes of sex, love, death, and the afterlife, expressed in haunting and dream-like imagery.
  • Additional Clipping: A smaller clipping from the HERALD-TRAVELER, dated February 25, 1972, mentioning a preview for friends of Fogg for an exhibition of Attic Vase Painting in New England Collections at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University.

Right Section:

  • Headline: "Master US sculptor 23 Smith works handsome show"
  • Article: Also written by Edgar Driscoll Jr. for the Boston Globe, dated February 4, 1972. The article reviews an exhibition of 23 works by the American sculptor David Smith at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University. It highlights Smith's use of welded steel and his ability to "draw in space."
  • Image: A photograph of one of David Smith's welded steel sculptures, titled "Fish," which is painted vermilion red. The caption describes the sculpture as a metaphor for "drawing in space."

The page is neatly arranged, with the clippings taped or glued onto a brown paper background, suggesting it is part of a personal collection or archive. The clippings are well-preserved, with some minor wear and tear visible.

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A page of a newspaper is opened, with a brown paper background. The page has different articles and texts, some of which are in bold. The top of the page has a title that reads "Klinger: graphic and surreal." Below it are some texts, and on the right side, there is a photo of a sculpture with a description. There are also other texts that are cut and pasted on the page.

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The image appears to be a scanned page from a magazine or newspaper featuring two articles. The first article is titled "Klinger: graphic and surreal" and discusses an exhibition of the German artist Max Klinger's graphic work. The article mentions that the exhibition is the first major exposure of Klinger's work in the United States. The second article is titled "Drawing in Space" and features an interview with the American sculptor David Smith, who discusses his work and influence. The image also includes a black-and-white photograph of a sculpture by David Smith.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper or magazine, likely from the Boston Globe, dated February 4, 1972. The page contains two distinct articles, each discussing different art exhibitions.

Left Article:

  • Title: "Klinger: graphic and surreal"
  • Byline: By Edgar Driscoll Jr., Globe Staff
  • Content:
    This article discusses an exhibition of works by the artist Max Klinger, who is described as a Victorian gentleman painter known for his surreal and graphic style. The article highlights Klinger's work, which includes erotic themes, surreal imagery, and innovative techniques. It mentions his influence on later artists and his exploration of themes such as love, death, and the grotesque. The exhibition is noted to be held at the Busch Gallery, Harvard University, and is described as a major exposure of Klinger's work in the United States.

Right Article:

  • Title: "Preview for Friends of Fogg"
  • Byline: By Edgar Driscoll Jr., Globe Staff
  • Content:
    This article announces a preview event for the Friends of the Fogg Art Museum. The preview is exclusive to members and is scheduled for Wednesday, February 9, 1972, at 5:00 PM. The article provides details about the event, including that it is by invitation only, and mentions that the museum will be open for a limited time during the preview. It also notes that the exhibition will continue through Saturday, February 19, from 10 AM to 5 PM.

Additional Elements:

  • Clipping Header: At the top of the page, there is a header that reads "Globe 1-16-72", indicating the date of the newspaper issue.
  • Article Layout: The page is formatted with two columns of text, typical of newspaper layouts. The left article is more detailed, while the right article is a shorter announcement.
  • Visual Style: The text is printed in a classic newspaper font, and the layout includes subheadings and bylines for clarity.

Overall Context:

The image captures a snapshot of art news from 1972, focusing on two distinct art-related events: an exhibition of Max Klinger's surreal and graphic works and a preview event for the Fogg Art Museum. The articles provide insights into the art scene of the time, highlighting both historical and contemporary exhibitions.

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The image shows a scrapbook page containing three newspaper clippings related to art and artists dated in early 1972.

  1. The clipping on the left is an article titled "Klinger: graphic and surreal" by Edgar Driscoll Jr., originally published in the Globe on January 16, 1972. It discusses the works of the 19th-century German artist Max Klinger, highlighting his exploration of erotic and surreal themes, his influence, and artistic style.

  2. Below that, there is a small clipping attached, which appears to be a preview invitation for friends of the Fogg Museum for an exhibition called "Attic Vase Painting in New England Collections." It is printed by the Herald-Traveler, Boston, dated February 25, 1972, with some details about the preview and exhibition dates.

  3. The clipping on the right is from the Boston Globe, dated Friday, February 4, 1972. This article is titled "Master US sculptor: 23 Smith works handsome show" by Edgar Driscoll Jr. It reviews a show of works by Cubist sculptor David Smith at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University. The article describes Smith’s contributions to modern sculpture, mentioning his work "Drawing in Space," which is a welded steel abstract piece often referred to as “Fish.” There is also a black-and-white photograph of this sculpture featured in the clipping.

Overall, the scrapbook page preserves historical newspaper articles and an exhibition announcement related to artists Max Klinger and David Smith from the early 1970s.

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This is an image of a scrapbook page containing multiple newspaper clippings. The clippings include articles and announcements, primarily about art exhibits and related topics. The text is cut out and mounted on a brown background.

  1. Clipping titled "Klinger: graphic and surreal":

    • This article, dated January 16, 1972 ("Globe 1-16-72"), discusses an exhibit of artwork by Klinger, highlighting themes of surrealism and graphic qualities. It mentions themes such as life, death, and sexuality portrayed in his works.
  2. Clipping about a David Smith exhibit titled "Master US sculptor: 23 Smith works handsome show":

    • Dated Friday, February 4, 1972 ("Boston Globe"), this article discusses sculptures by David Smith. It mentions his technique of "drawing in space" as represented by features like welded abstract steel sculptures.
  3. Invitation from "Herald/Traveler" (February 25, 1972):

    • The clipping contains an invitation to an exhibition preview at the Fogg Museum (New England Collections), marking the event as "by invitation only." Dates and times are provided.

The scrapbook page appears to be documenting notable art-related announcements and articles. The text layout is organized, showing careful attention to preserving information about art events.

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This is an image of a page from a scrapbook with newspaper clippings pasted onto it. The page has articles from the Boston Globe, dated February 4, 1972. At the top left, there is a headline "major exposure in US" followed by "Klinger: graphic and surreal," which appears to be an article about an exhibition or the work of a particular artist. Below this is a clipping with the title "Preview for Friends of Fogg," which seems to refer to an event related to an art exhibition running from February 5 to 8, 1972, likely at the Fogg Art Museum.

On the right side of the page, there's a clipping with the title "23 Smith works handsome show," which is about an artist whose sculptural works are being exhibited or reviewed. There is also a small image, potentially of a sculpture or artistic installation, with the caption "DRAWING IN SPACE: is a metaphor ascribed to the work of David Smith in this welded steel abstract, pointed and titled simply 'Field.'”

The scraps seem to be carefully arranged, suggesting that the collector of these clippings took particular interest in art and exhibitions. The condition of the page indicates it might be from a vintage scrapbook or archive, preserved over the years. This image can provide historical context on art and exhibitions that were prominent in the early 1970s.

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A scrapbook page with aged brown stock, showing several clipped newspaper articles about art from Boston in early 1972. The pieces are taped onto the page in a collage.

  • Left: A large clipping with the headline “Klinger: graphic and surreal” by Edgar Driscoll Jr. (Globe Staff). It reads like a review of Klinger's graphic and surreal works.
  • Center: A smaller column of text and a short note/clip about the same topic, cut from another paper.
  • Right: A Globe clipping dated February 4, 1972, with a photograph of a tall welded-steel sculpture. The subhead reads “23 Smith works handsome show,” and the caption discusses “Drawing in Space” as a metaphor for David Smith’s welded steel abstract pieces.
  • At the top of the page is a handwritten note that says something like “Globe 1-16-72.”

Overall, it’s a vintage art-clipping collage documenting two 1972 Boston art exhibitions (Klinger and David Smith) with an image of a sculpture on the right.