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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1966-May 1973

ARCH.2003.36, Rendition: 805415

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The image appears to be a collage of two newspaper clippings from different publications, dated July 14, 1972, and July 17, 1972. The left clipping is from "The Christian Science Monitor" and features an article titled "Tiepolo in quieter mood," discussing the artwork of Giambattista Tiepolo. The article is accompanied by a sketch of a drawing titled "A Youth Standing Between Two Bearded Old Men" by Giambattista Tiepolo, 1696-1770. The right clipping is from "The Boston Globe" and discusses the "Detroit Queen" sculpture by David Smith. Both clippings include images of the respective works and are dated in 1972, suggesting they were part of a review or feature on art during that year.

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This image shows two newspaper clippings placed side by side on an open book. The left clipping is from "The Christian Science Monitor" dated Friday, July 14, 1972. It features an article titled "Tiepolo in quieter mood" and includes a black and white drawing by Giambattista Tiepolo, 1696-1770, titled "A Youth Standing Between Two Bearded Old Men." The article discusses Tiepolo's artistic style and the context of his work in the 18th century.

The right clipping is from "The Boston Globe" dated Monday, July 17, 1972. It is from the "THEATER" section and features an article titled "Fogg presents Smith sculpture" by C.R. Wasserman. The article discusses a sculpture titled "Detroit Queen" by David Smith. There is a photograph of the sculpture included in the clipping. The article goes on to describe Smith's ideas about sculpture and the impact of his work.

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This image displays an open book or scrapbook containing two newspaper clippings from July 1972, placed side-by-side on opposing pages.


Left Page (Page 8):

  • Newspaper: The Christian Science Monitor
  • Date: Friday, July 14, 1972
  • Headline: “Tiepolo in quieter mood
  • Byline: William Germain Dooley
  • Featured Image: A black-and-white reproduction of a drawing by Giambattista Tiepolo (1696–1770) titled “A Youth Standing Between Two Bearded Old Men”. The drawing is rendered in a loose, sketchy pen-and-ink style, showing three figures in dynamic poses, with expressive gestures and drapery. The drawing is noted as being by courtesy of the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University.
  • Article Content: The article provides historical context for 18th-century art, noting contradictions in the period’s sensibilities — elegance amid war and revolution — and its preference for grandiose religious and courtly scenes, especially in France and Italy. It centers on Tiepolo as a major figure whose later work, like this drawing, shows a more introspective and “quieter mood,” moving away from large-scale decorative cycles to more personal, intimate compositions.

Right Page (Page 18):

  • Newspaper: The Boston Globe
  • Date: Monday, July 17, 1972
  • Section Header: “THEATER / A” (partially visible)
  • Headline: “Fogg presents Smith sculpture
  • Byline: C.R. Wasserman, Globe Correspondent
  • Featured Image: A small, grayscale photo above the headline labeled “‘DETROIT QUEEN’ BY DAVID SMITH”. It shows a metallic, abstract sculpture with a circular form and angular protrusions, likely a welded steel piece.
  • Article Content: The piece reviews the “Terminal Iron Works: The sculpture of David Smith” exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum (Boston). It praises Smith’s ability to transform the “language of the Impressionists into an American idiom” and calls his work “vital” and “breathtaking in its deft draftsmanship.” It mentions other works such as “Golden Spider” and “Color Barrier,” and cites his ability to evoke life and emotion through abstract forms.

Overall Context:

The scrapbook is compiled around an art exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum featuring both Giambattista Tiepolo’s drawings and David Smith’s sculptures, suggesting a thematic or institutional connection between the two artists (though separated by centuries and styles). The clippings represent critical reviews of the exhibits, highlighting a contrast between 18th-century European draftsmanship and 20th-century American abstract expressionist sculpture.

The pages themselves show slight yellowing and wear, indicating age, and are bound in a simple brown paper or cloth cover. The layout suggests this may be a personal collection or research archive related to art history or museum exhibitions from the early 1970s.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper, specifically from "The Christian Science Monitor" dated Friday, July 14, 1972. The page is divided into several sections, each containing different articles and illustrations.

The top section of the page features an article titled "Tiepola in quieter mood," accompanied by a drawing of two bearded old men, labeled as "A Youth Standing Between Two Bearded Old Men." The drawing is credited to Giambattista Tiepolo and dated 1869-1770. The article discusses Tiepolo's artwork and its impact on the courtly society of the 18th century.

Below this, there is another article titled "Detroit Queen" by David Smith, which is about a sculpture by David Smith. The article includes a photograph of the sculpture, described as "Fogg presents Smith sculpture," and is credited to C.R. Wasserman.

On the right side of the page, there is a section titled "THEATR / A," which contains a review or discussion about a theatrical performance or exhibition. The section includes a photograph of a person and mentions "Fogg presents Smith sculpture" again, this time credited to Rosalind.

The page also includes a smaller article or advertisement titled "Fogge presents Smith sculpture," which seems to be a continuation or related content to the larger article about David Smith's sculpture.

Overall, the page presents a mix of art, culture, and theater-related content, with a focus on the works of Giambattista Tiepolo and David Smith.

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The image is of an open book, showing a page from a newspaper. The newspaper is titled "The Christian Science Monitor" and has a date of July 14, 1972. The page has a drawing of two men standing in front of a wall, with one man wearing a hat and the other man wearing a turban. The drawing is titled "A Youth Standing Between Two Bearded Old Men" and is credited to Giambattista Tiepolo, an Italian painter from the 18th century. The text on the page discusses the art of Tiepolo and his influence on the art of his time.

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The image depicts two pages from a publication titled The Christian Science Monitor, dated Friday, July 14, 1972. The left page features an illustration and accompanying text, while the right page contains an article titled "Fogg presents Smith sculpture" by C.R. Wasserman, a Globe Correspondent.

Left Page:

  • Title: "Tiepolo in quieter mood"
  • Illustration: A detailed black-and-white sketch depicting a dramatic scene. The artwork shows a youth standing between two bearded old men, with expressive gestures and dynamic composition. The style suggests a classical or historical theme, possibly from the 18th century.
  • Caption: The illustration is attributed to Giambattista Tiepolo (1696–1770), with the caption reading, "A YOUTH STANDING BETWEEN TWO BEARDED OLD MEN." It is noted that the picture is courtesy of the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University.
  • Text Content: The accompanying article discusses Tiepolo's work in the 18th century, highlighting his contributions to art, particularly his genre paintings and religious scenes. It mentions his influence on the artistic culture of the time, his association with the courtly society, and his role in the artistic movements of the era. The text also touches on the societal context of the period, noting the contradictions and challenges faced by artists during that time.

Right Page:

  • Title: "Fogg presents Smith sculpture"
  • Article Content: The article discusses a sculpture exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, focusing on the work of David Smith, an American sculptor. It highlights Smith's innovative approach to sculpture, noting his use of industrial materials and his influence on modern art. The article also references other contemporary artists, such as Philip Guston and Richard Hofmann, and discusses the broader artistic movements of the time, including the transition from Impressionism to more modern forms.
  • Visual Element: There is a small illustration or photograph of a sculpture on the right page, though it is not as prominent as the detailed sketch on the left page. The sculpture appears to be abstract, consistent with Smith's style.

Overall Context:

The publication appears to be a cultural or artistic review section, featuring discussions of historical and contemporary art. The left page focuses on the classical artist Tiepolo, while the right page highlights modern sculptor David Smith, illustrating a contrast between historical and contemporary art forms. The layout and content suggest a scholarly or educational tone, aimed at readers interested in art history and criticism.

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This is an image of an open newspaper spread, featuring two different pages from different dates and publications. On the left side is a page from "The Christian Science Monitor" dated Friday, July 14, 1972. The main feature on this page is an artwork with a caption below that reads “A Youth Standing Between Two Bearded Old Men.” It's described as a drawing by Giambattista Tiepolo from the period between 1696 and 1770. The article talks about "Tiepolo in quieter mood" and has various paragraphs discussing the context of the artwork within the 18th century, as well as cultural and artistic observations.

On the right side is a page from "The Boston Globe" dated Monday, July 17, 1972, and the title above seems to read "THEATER / A." This page shows an image of a sculpture with a caption that reads “'DETROIT QUEEN' by David Smith.” Below the image there is text starting with an article titled "Fogg presents Smith sculpture" with the byline "By C.W. Wasserman Globe Correspondent." The article appears to discuss the sculpture and perhaps an exhibition related to it.

The image capture of the newspaper pages is clear, showing some aging of the paper, folding marks, and slight discoloration consistent with archival or dated printed materials.

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This image is of an old scrapbook-style page featuring clipped newspaper articles from July 1972. On the left is an article from The Christian Science Monitor titled "Tiepolo in quieter mood" by William Germain Dooley, discussing Giambattista Tiepolo's drawing titled "A Youth Standing Between Two Bearded Old Men." The drawing, courtesy of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, is featured prominently above the article.

On the right, there is a clipping from The Boston Globe dated Monday, July 17, 1972, with the heading "Fogg presents Smith sculpture." The article, by C.R. Wasserman, mentions a piece called "Detroit Queen" by artist David Smith. The sculpture pictured appears to be made of metal with abstract forms.

The scrapbook overall combines art and sculpture reviews, emphasizing cultural commentary of the time.

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The image shows a scrapbook page containing two newspaper clippings. The larger clipping on the left is from The Christian Science Monitor, dated Friday, July 14, 1972. It features an article titled "Tiepolo in quieter mood" by William Germain Dooley. The article discusses the 18th-century painter Giambattista Tiepolo, mentioning his style, themes, and influence. Accompanying the article is a sketch drawing titled "A Youth Standing Between Two Bearded Old Men," attributed to Giambattista Tiepolo (1696-1770).

The smaller clipping on the right is from The Boston Globe, dated Monday, July 17, 1972. It has the headline "Fogg presents Smith sculpture," written by C.R. Wasserman. The article talks about a sculpture exhibition by David Smith presented by the Fogg Museum. Above the article is a photograph of the sculpture titled "DETROIT QUEEN" by David Smith. The sculpture appears to be an abstract or modern piece made of metal.

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  • A scrapbook page with two newspaper clippings pasted on a tan sheet.
  • Left clipping:
    • From The Christian Science Monitor, Friday, July 14, 1972.
    • A framed line drawing titled “A Youth Standing Between Two Bearded Old Men,” described as a drawing by Giambattista Tiepolo (1696–1770).
    • Headline: “Tiepolo in quieter mood.” A column of article text accompanies the image.
  • Right clipping:
    • From The Boston Globe, Monday, July 17, 1972, in the theater section.
    • A photograph of a sculptural piece on a pedestal, with the caption “Detroit Queen” by David Smith.
    • Headline: “FogG presents Smith sculpture” (and related article text).
  • Overall: A collage-style page showing two art-related newspaper clippings from July 1972, laid out on a brown background.