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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1966-May 1973

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The image depicts a page from "The Connoisseur" magazine, dated December 1921. The article is titled "The American way with art" and is written by Joseph T. Butler, the American Editor of The Connoisseur. The focus of the article is on the artist Max Klinger.

The article discusses Klinger's works, particularly his graphic art, which is described as having a "profound influence" on the development of modern art. It mentions that Klinger's works are being exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago and that his art is part of the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston. The text highlights Klinger's influence on other artists, including those from the Vienna Secession, and his role in the evolution of modern art.

The page includes three black-and-white images of Klinger's works:

  1. "Ascension (The Glory Suite)" - An etching from 1880, part of the Revision Note Graphics Collection in Mexico.
  2. "The Plague" - An etching from 1898, also from the Revision Note Graphics Collection in Mexico.
  3. "Deliverance of Prometheus" - An etching from 1880, again from the Revision Note Graphics Collection in Mexico.

The images show detailed and intricate etchings characteristic of Klinger's style, depicting dramatic and symbolic scenes.

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The image shows a page from the December 1971 issue of "The Connoisseur," a magazine dedicated to art and culture. The page is titled "The American Way with Art" and is authored by Joseph T. Butler, the American Editor of The Connoisseur.

The article discusses the work of Max Klinger (1857-1920), a German artist known for his graphic works. The text highlights Klinger's significant contributions to art, particularly his etchings and graphic cycles, including "A Life" and "Parables." The article mentions that Klinger's works are now housed in several museums, including the Brooklyn Museum, the Art Institute of Chicago, the University Art Museum in Berkeley, and the Bavarian State Graphic Collection in Munich.

Three images of Klinger's works are included in the article:

  1. "Assassination (The Glove Suite)," etching, 1884, from the Bavarian State Graphic Collection.
  2. "The Plague," etching, 1890, from the Bavarian State Graphic Collection, Munich.
  3. "Abduction of Prometheus," etching, 1895, also from the Bavarian State Graphic Collection, Munich.

The article seems to be a detailed analysis of Klinger's artistic style and the significance of his works within the broader context of art history. The images provide visual examples of his intricate and expressive graphic art.

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The image shows a page from an old magazine titled "The Connoisseur," dated December 1971. The main article is titled "The American Way with Art" and is authored by Joseph T. Butler, who is identified as the American Editor of The Connoisseur.

The article appears to focus on the graphic works of Max Klinger (1857-1920). The page includes several black-and-white illustrations of Klinger’s artworks. Specifically, these illustrations are:

  1. A sketch titled "Assistance (The Glove Suit)".
  2. "The Plague," an etching.
  3. "Abstraction of Prometheus," another etching.

The magazine page is part of an open book, with the cover and adjacent pages visible. The text in the article discusses Klinger's contributions and the significance of his graphic works, which are now part of notable collections and exhibitions at museums in the United States and Europe. The layout suggests a focus on the historical and artistic value of Klinger’s works.

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The image shows an open magazine titled "The Connoisseur - December 1971." The featured article on the left page is titled "The American way with art," authored by Joseph T. Butler, who is identified as the American Editor of The Connoisseur. The article discusses Max Klinger (1857-1920), a German artist known for his graphic works. The text references several of his notable works, including "Glove" (1881), "The Glove Suite" (1881), and "The Death of Marat" (1881-1882), and mentions that his works can be found in various institutions such as the Brooklyn Museum, the Metropolitan Museum in New York, and the Boston Museum.

Three black-and-white illustrations accompany the article:

  1. An image titled "Max Klinger, Assassination (The Glove Suite), etching, 1881, Boston Museum of Fine Arts."
  2. Another image titled "Max Klinger, The Plague, etching, 1900, Boston Museum of Fine Arts."
  3. A third image titled "Max Klinger, Abduction of Prometheus, etching, 1897, Boston Museum of Fine Arts."

The illustrations depict dramatic and detailed scenes characteristic of Klinger's work. The layout of the magazine page is clean, with a focus on the text and the illustrations, which are placed to the lower portion of the page. The right page of the magazine features other articles and images, but they are not clearly readable in the provided image. The overall tone suggests an in-depth exploration of art and its appreciation.

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The image depicts an article from the December 1971 issue of "The Connoisseur," a magazine focused on the arts. The article is titled "The American way with art" and is authored by Joseph T. Butler, the American Editor of The Connoisseur.

The article discusses the artist Max Klinger (1857-1920), a German sculptor whose graphic works are highlighted. It mentions that Klinger's art was influenced by several artists, including Francisco Goya and Adolph Menzel, and that he was recognized for his contributions to both sculpture and graphic arts.

The text also notes that American collectors have shown a particular interest in Klinger's works. The article includes several images of Klinger's pieces:

  1. "Max Klinger, Assistant (The Glove Suite: Folding the Glove), etching, 1881, Bararium State Graphic Collection, Munich."
  2. "Max Klinger: The Pipparec, etching, 1900, Bararium State Graphic Collection, Munich."
  3. "Max Klinger: Abduction of Prometheus, etching, 1894, Bararium State Graphic Collection, Munich."

The images show detailed etchings and engravings, characteristic of Klinger's intricate and symbolic style. The article elaborates on the themes and techniques used in these works.

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The image is a page from a magazine titled "The Connoisseur," dated December 1971. The article is titled "The American way with art" and is authored by Joseph T. Butler, who is identified as the American Editor of The Connoisseur.

The article focuses on Max Klinger (1857-1920), a German artist known for his graphic works. The text discusses Klinger's career, mentioning that he was a prominent figure in the art world and was influenced by various artistic movements, including Symbolism. It highlights his notable works, such as "The Glove" (1881), "A Life" (1884), and "The Italian Passion" (1885-1886).

The article also mentions exhibitions of Klinger's works at several museums, including the Brooklyn Museum, the Museum of Modern Art in New York, and the University Art Museum in Berkeley, California. It notes that Klinger's works are celebrated for their unique blend of symbolism and narrative.

The page includes four black-and-white illustrations of Klinger's works:

  1. "Aesthetica (The Glove Suite)," etching from 1881.
  2. "The Diagonal," etching from 1892.
  3. "Abduction of Prometheus," etching from 1892.

The article provides a detailed account of Klinger's artistic contributions and the reception of his works in America.

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The image shows a page from a scrapbook or album with a clipped article titled "The American way with art" by Joseph T. Butler, American Editor of The Connoisseur. The article appears to be from The Connoisseur, dated December 1971, as noted in red handwritten text at the top ("The Connoisseur - December 1971"). The article discusses the German artist Max Klinger (1857-1920) and features black-and-white reproductions of some of his etchings.

There are at least three visible etchings included in the article:

  1. "Anxieties (The Glove Suite)" - etching, 1881, from the Bavarian State Graphics Collection.
  2. "The Plague" - etching, 1900, also from the Bavarian State Graphics Collection in Munich.
  3. "Abduction of Prometheus" - etching, 1890, Bavarian State Graphics Collection in Munich.

The article text is densely printed in narrow columns around the images of the etchings. The entire clipping is pasted onto a plain brown page, which is part of a larger scrapbook or album. The right side of the page shows part of an adjacent page with a partial, cut-off text visible.

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This image shows a page from a publication. At the top of the page, handwritten in red, is "The Connoisseur - December, 1971". Below, the heading "The American way with art" is followed by the author credit "JOSEPH T. BUTLER, American Editor of The Connoisseur."

The main body of the page contains text, initiating an article or an essay, accompanied by three black and white illustrations. Each illustration is labeled with the artist's name, "Max Klinger," and titles, such as "Anxiety (The Glove Suite)", "The Plague", and "Abduction of Persephone", respectively. The prints are part of the "Rosario Suite Graphica Collection, Manila." It appears to be a discussion of an art exhibition or a review with a specific focus on this artist's works.

The page is mounted or pasted onto a brownish background, which might be part of a scrapbook or a folder for display purposes.

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The image shows an open book, specifically a page from The Connoisseur dated December 1971. The page features an article titled "The American way with art" by Joseph T. Butler, who is identified as the American Editor of The Connoisseur.

Key Elements of the Page:

  1. Title and Header:

    • The top of the page prominently displays the title "The American way with art" in large, bold text.
    • Above the title, the publication name "The Connoisseur" is written in red, along with the issue date, "December 1971."
  2. Author Introduction:

    • The article begins with a brief introduction to the artist Max Klinger, highlighting his significance in the art world. It mentions his birth and death years (1857–1920) and notes that he was a German artist known for his graphic works.
  3. Illustrations:

    • The page includes three illustrations of artworks by Max Klinger, each accompanied by a caption:
      • Top Illustration: Labeled "Max Klinger: Assisterie (The Glove Suite), 1895. Bavarian State Graphic Collection, Munich." This appears to depict a dramatic, intense scene with figures in a tense pose.
      • Bottom Left Illustration: Labeled "Max Klinger: The Plague, etching, 1890. Bavarian State Graphic Collection, Munich." This image shows a chaotic, apocalyptic scene with figures in distress.
      • Bottom Right Illustration: Labeled "Max Klinger: Abduction of Prometheus, etching, 1890. Bavarian State Graphic Collection, Munich." This illustration portrays a mythological scene, likely depicting the abduction of Prometheus.
  4. Text Content:

    • The article discusses Klinger's work, emphasizing his contributions to graphic art and his influence on contemporary artists. The text is formatted in a typical magazine or journal style, with paragraphs and a structured layout.
  5. Book Binding:

    • The book itself has a sturdy, brown leather-like binding, suggesting it is part of a collected or archival volume. The spine is visible on the right side of the image, indicating that this is part of a larger collection.

Overall Impression:

The page combines textual analysis with visual examples of Max Klinger's artwork, providing readers with both a critical examination of his artistic style and a glimpse into his most notable pieces. The layout is typical of art journals or magazines from the early 1970s, blending scholarly discussion with visual representation.

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A book is open to a page that is filled with text and images. The text is printed in black on a white background, and it is arranged in a grid-like pattern. The text is in a small font, and it is accompanied by images that are printed in black and white. The images are of different sizes and shapes, and they are placed in various positions on the page.