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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1966-May 1973

ARCH.2003.36, Rendition: 805365

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings pasted on a piece of paper. The main clipping on the left is titled "New Exhibits at the Fogg" and features a black-and-white illustration of a piece of art by Joan Miró. The text below the illustration mentions that this is one of thirty lithographs by Joan Miró, and it will be on display at the Fogg museum through March 12th. It also includes information about a traveling collection called "Joan Miró: Homenatge a Joan Prats" and mentions that the collection was brought to the Fogg through the interest of Professor Emeritus Jose Luis Sert (Architecture).

Below the Miró illustration, there is a separate black-and-white image of an ink landscape, accompanied by text that describes it as being from the late Ming period in Chinese art history, with over 80 paintings in scrolls and albums from this period on display at the Fogg museum.

To the right of the main article, there are two additional newspaper clippings. The top clipping is from "The Gazette" dated February 11, 1972, and the bottom one is from "Boston Sunday Globe" dated March 12, 1972. The text on these clippings discusses political topics, mentioning the young candidate Eugene McCarthy and the White House. The bottom clipping also includes a photograph showing figures in a stairway, with the caption "BAUHAUS STUDENTS move toward the future in 'Bauhaus Stairway,' Oskar Schlemmer's 1932 oil on canvas."

The overall composition suggests that this is a scrapbook or collection of historical newspaper clippings related to art exhibitions, politics, and cultural events.

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This image appears to be a scrapbook page featuring several newspaper clippings about art exhibitions. Here's a detailed description:

  1. Main Clipping on the Left:

    • Title: "New Exhibits at the Fogg"
    • Date: February 11, 1972
    • Source: The Gazette
    • Content:
      • The clipping mentions new exhibits at the Fogg Art Museum.
      • It includes a black and white reproduction of a lithograph by Joan Miro, labeled as "no. 7-B," which is part of a traveling collection titled "Joan Miro: Homenatge a Joan Prats."
      • Below the lithograph, there is another image described as an ink landscape drawing by Shao Mi from 1638, depicting a scene from the late Ming period in Chinese art history.
      • The text explains that the Miro collection will be at the Fogg through March 12, and the Chinese art exhibit features over 80 paintings in scrolls and albums from the late Ming period.
  2. Clipping on the Top Right:

    • Content: This clipping appears to be a continuation of an article or a separate piece about governance and its effects on the public. The text discusses the impact of government actions on people and the challenges faced by the public.
  3. Clipping on the Bottom Right:

    • Title: "BAUHAUS STUDENTS move toward the future in 'Bauhaus Stairway,' Oskar Schlemmer's 1932 oil on canvas."
    • Date: March 12, 1972
    • Source: Boston Sunday Globe
    • Image: A black and white photograph of the painting "Bauhaus Stairway" by Oskar Schlemmer, showing two figures ascending a staircase.
    • Content: The text describes the painting as a representation of Bauhaus students moving toward the future.

The scrapbook page is neatly arranged with the clippings glued or taped in place, providing a historical snapshot of art exhibitions and related news from 1972.

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This image shows an open scrapbook or archive album, displaying two newspaper clippings from February and March 1972, mounted on a light grey page.

The larger clipping on the left is from “The Gazette,” dated February 11, 1972. Its headline reads:

New Exhibits at the Fogg

It features two black-and-white reproductions of artworks:

  • The top image is a lithograph by Joan Miró (no. 7-B), described as part of a traveling collection titled “Joan Miró: Hommage a Joan Prats,” on view at the Fogg Museum through March 12, 1972.
  • The bottom image is an ink landscape by Shao Mi, dated circa 1638, from the late Ming period in Chinese art history. The caption notes that over 60 such paintings are on view at the Fogg.

The smaller clipping on the right is from the “Boston Sunday Globe,” dated March 12, 1972. It features a black-and-white photograph of abstract, blocky sculptures on a set of stairs, with the caption:

BAUHAUS STUDENTS move toward the future in “Bauhaus Stairway,” Oskar Schlemmer’s 1922 oil on canvas.


In the background, partially visible behind the March 12 clipping, is a third newspaper fragment with text in a smaller font, but its content is mostly obscured and illegible.

The overall impression is of a personal or institutional collection documenting art exhibitions and cultural events in the Boston area during early 1972, with emphasis on modern art (Miró, Bauhaus) and historical Chinese painting. The scrapbook page itself is aged, with a textured, neutral grey paper backing.

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The image shows a scrapbook page with two newspaper clippings pasted on it. The first clipping, on the left side, is titled "New Exhibits at the Fogg." It features an image of a painting and some text describing the exhibit. The second clipping, on the right side, is titled "Boston Sunday Globe" and shows a photograph of people on stairs. The page has a brown background, and the clippings are pasted on it with some blank space around them.

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A book is open on a white surface. The book has a brown cover. There are three pages open. The first page has a black-and-white illustration of a person with a text that reads "New Exhibits at the Fogg." The second page has a black-and-white illustration of a building with stairs and a text that reads "BAUHAUS STUDENTS move toward the future in 'Bauhaus Stairway' Oskar Schlemmer's 1932 oil on canvas." The third page has a black-and-white illustration of a building and a text that reads "This lithograph, no. 7-8, is one of 30 by Joan Miro that will be at the Fogg through March 12."

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The image depicts the open pages of a book or catalog, likely related to art exhibitions or museum archives. The left page is titled "New Exhibits at the Fogg" and is dated February 11, 1972, from "The Gazette." It features two distinct sections:

  1. Top Section: An abstract black-and-white illustration labeled as a lithograph by Joan Miró, titled "Homensage a Joan Prats." The text mentions that this is one of 30 works by Miró on display at the Fogg through March 12. It also notes that the collection is traveling and has been loaned by Professor Emeterio José Luis Sert (Architecture).

  2. Bottom Section: A black-and-white ink landscape painting attributed to Shao Mi, dated 1638, during the late Ming period. The text highlights that this is a little-known work from Chinese art history, showcasing over 80 paintings in scrolls and albums from the Ming period, which are on view at the Fogg.

The right page is from the Boston Sunday Globe, dated March 12, 1972, and features a photograph titled "BAUHAUS STUDENTS move toward the future in 'Bauhaus Stairway,' Oskar Schlemmers 1932 oil on canvas." The image shows a group of people, likely students, in a stairwell setting, with one individual prominently in the foreground. The photograph appears to be part of an article or exhibition related to the Bauhaus movement.

The overall layout suggests that this book or catalog is documenting various art exhibitions, featuring both contemporary and historical works, with accompanying descriptions and images. The design and formatting indicate an archival or exhibition catalog style.

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The image shows a page from an old scrapbook or photo album, with a newspaper clipping on the left and a magazine clipping on the right. The newspaper clipping is titled "New Exhibits at the Fogg" and features an illustration of a violin and other musical instruments. The magazine clipping is titled "Bauhaus Students Move Toward the Future in 'Bauhaus Stairway'" and shows a black-and-white photograph of a man and woman walking up a staircase.

  • Newspaper Clipping:
    • Title: "New Exhibits at the Fogg"
    • Date: February 11, 1972
    • Source: The Gazette
    • Content: An illustration of a violin and other musical instruments
  • Magazine Clipping:
    • Title: "Bauhaus Students Move Toward the Future in 'Bauhaus Stairway'"
    • Date: March 12, 1972
    • Source: Boston Sunday Globe
    • Content: A black-and-white photograph of a man and woman walking up a staircase

The image appears to be a page from an old scrapbook or photo album, with newspaper and magazine clippings pasted onto it. The clippings are likely from the 1970s, based on the dates listed. The content of the clippings suggests that they may have been collected by someone interested in art, music, or architecture.

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The image presents a collection of newspaper clippings and articles, carefully arranged on a gray background. The clippings are predominantly in black and white, with some featuring illustrations or photographs.

Newspaper Clippings:

  • Left Clipping: This clipping is titled "New Exhibits at the Fogg" and features an illustration of various abstract shapes and lines. The text below the title provides information about the exhibit, including the dates it will be open and the number of pieces on display.
  • Right Clipping: This clipping is titled "Boston Sunday Globe March 12, 1972" and features a photograph of a person standing in front of a staircase. The text below the title provides information about the Bauhaus Stairway, including its location and the artist who created it.

Additional Articles:

  • Top Article: This article is partially visible and appears to be discussing the government's response to a recent event. The text is too small to read clearly, but it seems to be criticizing the government's actions.
  • Bottom Article: This article is also partially visible and appears to be discussing the future of the Bauhaus Stairway. The text is too small to read clearly, but it seems to be speculating about the potential fate of the staircase.

Background:

  • The background of the image is a solid gray color, which helps to highlight the newspaper clippings and articles. The gray background also gives the image a neutral and professional tone.

Overall, the image presents a collection of newspaper clippings and articles that provide information about art exhibits, government responses, and the future of a historic staircase. The use of black and white illustrations and photographs adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to the image, while the gray background helps to keep the focus on the content.

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The image depicts a gray book or folder with a brown cover, containing newspaper clippings related to art exhibitions. The clippings are arranged on the right side of the cover, with some partially visible and others fully displayed.

Visible Clippings:

  • The top-left clipping is titled "New Exhibits at the Fogg" and features an abstract black-and-white image accompanied by text describing the artwork.
  • Below this clipping is another article discussing Chinese art from the late Ming period, showcasing a black-and-white image of a landscape painting.
  • To the right of these clippings is a third article from the Boston Sunday Globe, dated March 12, 1972, which includes a black-and-white photograph of people viewing artwork.

Partially Visible Clippings:

  • A portion of a clipping is visible in the upper-right corner, although its content is not fully legible.

Background:

  • The background of the image is a plain gray surface, providing a neutral backdrop for the book or folder.

Overall, the image appears to be a collection of newspaper clippings related to art exhibitions, stored in a gray book or folder.

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The image presents a collection of newspaper clippings and photographs, arranged on a gray background resembling a scrapbook or photo album. The top-left clipping features an article titled "New Exhibits at the Fogg," accompanied by two black-and-white images. The top image showcases abstract shapes, while the bottom image depicts a landscape with trees and animals.

In the top-right corner, a partially visible clipping from "The Gazette" dated February 11, 1972, is visible, although its content is illegible. Below this, a clipping from the "Boston Sunday Globe" dated March 12, 1972, displays a photograph of students moving toward the future in Walter Gropius' "Stairway," with the caption "Bauhaus Students move toward the future in Walter Gropius' 1932 oil on canvas."

The overall atmosphere of the image suggests that it is a curated collection of historical documents and photographs, possibly related to art or architecture. The use of a gray background and the arrangement of the clippings and photographs imply a sense of nostalgia and preservation.