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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1966-May 1973

ARCH.2003.36, Rendition: 805444

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This image displays an open, vintage paperback book or magazine, showing a two-page spread. The pages are yellowed with age, indicating they are from the early 1970s. The entire right-hand page is occupied by a full-page newspaper clipping from the Boston Sunday Globe, dated December 3, 1972.

The article is titled in large, bold letters: “Lautrec fest proves cooperation works” by Robert Taylor of the Globe Staff.

The article discusses a major, cooperative festival celebrating the works of French artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, centered in Boston. It details how institutions including Boston University, the Boston Public Library, Harvard University, and the Museum of Fine Arts collaborated to mount exhibitions and events, showcasing Lautrec’s posters, lithographs, and drawings—an effort described as a “major cultural institution.”

Key figures mentioned include:

  • Arthur, Director of the Boston University Art Gallery, who conceived the festival.
  • Mark Strand, the poet and then-Commissioner of the Boston Public Library, who commissioned Strand to write a poem on Lautrec.
  • Richard Howard, the translator who worked with Strand.

A significant portion of the article features a poem by Mark Strand titled “SHE”, which offers a haunting, introspective meditation on a woman sleeping, evoking the atmosphere of Lautrec’s work.

On the right-hand page, below the text, is a black-and-white reproduction of a Toulouse-Lautrec drawing. The caption beneath it reads: “YVETTE GUILBERT—One of the Lautrec drawings in the BU exhibit.” The sketch is a stylized, expressive line drawing of a woman’s face and upper body, rendered in Lautrec’s characteristic manner.

The article also lists the various exhibitions, lectures, and events comprising the festival, including:

  • A show at the Boston University Art Gallery featuring 346 posters and 72 drawings.
  • The Boston Public Library’s exhibition of Lautrec’s “Elles” series.
  • The Comédie de l’Art exhibition at Boston University.
  • A lecture series at Harvard and MIT.

A handwritten note in red ink at the top of the newspaper clipping reads: “BOSTON SUNDAY GLOBE DECEMBER 3, 1972”, confirming the source and date.

Overall, the image captures a historical document preserving a significant moment in Boston’s cultural history—an ambitious, city-wide celebration of an iconic artist, made possible through unprecedented institutional collaboration.

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The image shows a page from a book or a collection of articles and notes, with a prominent feature being a newspaper clipping from the "Boston Sunday Globe" dated December 3, 1972. The headline reads, "Lautrec fest proves cooperation works," and the article discusses a festival celebrating the work of the artist Toulouse-Lautrec. The text describes the festival's efforts to bring together various cultural institutions to showcase Lautrec's work and highlights the significance of the event for Boston, considering the small size and budget of the local arts center.

Below the article, there is a poem titled "She" by Mark Strand, which is likely related to the festival or the work of Lautrec. The poem is a vivid description of a woman's inner state, using metaphors and imagery.

On the right side of the page, there is an image of a drawing attributed to Yvette Guilbert, one of Lautrec's favorite models. The drawing is labeled as "One of the Lautrec drawings in the BU exhibit," indicating that it was part of an exhibition at Boston University (BU).

The overall layout suggests that this page is part of a scrapbook or a personal collection of articles and images related to the Lautrec festival and its exhibitions.

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This image shows a page from a scrapbook or collection, containing a clipping from the "Boston Sunday Globe" dated December 3, 1972. The article is titled "Lautrec fest proves cooperation works" and is written by Robert Taylor, a Globe Staff member. The article discusses the Toulouse-Lautrec Festival, an event showcasing the works of the artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, which was organized through the cooperation of several major cultural institutions in the Boston area.

The article mentions key figures such as John Arthur, the Director of the Boston University Art Gallery, and Sinclair Hitchings, the Keeper of Prints at the Boston Public Library. It also includes details about various exhibits and lectures related to Toulouse-Lautrec, held at different venues in Boston, including the School of Fine and Applied Arts Gallery at Boston University, the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, and the Wiggin Gallery at the Boston Public Library.

At the bottom of the page, there is a poem titled "SHE" by Mark Strand, which was commissioned for the festival. The poem is about a woman sleeping and her dreams.

Additionally, there is an image of a drawing titled "YVETTE GUILBERT," which is described as one of the Lautrec drawings in the BU exhibit. The drawing is a profile of a woman with a bow in her hair.

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The image depicts a newspaper clipping from the Boston Sunday Globe dated December 3, 1972. The headline reads "Lautréc fest proves cooperation works." The article is written by Robert Taylor, the Globe Staff.

The article discusses the success of the Lautréc festival, which was held in Boston. It highlights the cooperation between various institutions, including the Boston Public Library, the Museum of Fine Arts, and the Boston University Art Gallery. The festival featured an exhibition of the works of Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, a French painter and printmaker known for his vibrant and often provocative depictions of Parisian nightlife in the late 19th century.

The article mentions the exhibition's curator, John Arthur, who is described as having a passion for Lautréc's work. It also notes the involvement of other institutions, such as the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University and the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, in contributing to the event. The article emphasizes the importance of collaboration in organizing such a festival and the positive impact it had on the community.

The clipping also includes a small photograph of a Lautréc drawing, specifically "Yvette Guilbert—One of the Lautréc drawings in the BU exhibit," which is credited to Mark Strand. The image shows a sketch of a woman with a bow tie, which is a characteristic style of Lautréc's work.

The article is part of a larger spread in the newspaper, with other sections visible on the right side of the clipping, including advertisements and other news items. The clipping is in black and white, typical of newspaper prints from that era.

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The image is a scanned page from a newspaper or magazine. The page is titled "Laurec fest proves cooperation works" and features an article about a festival dedicated to the artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. The article discusses the success of the festival in showcasing Lautrec's work and the cooperation between various institutions and individuals in organizing the event. The page also includes smaller articles about related exhibitions and events, as well as advertisements for art schools and galleries.

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The image shows an open book, likely a scrapbook or archive, featuring a page from the Boston Sunday Globe dated December 3, 1972. The page is titled "Lautrec fest proves cooperation works" and is authored by Robert Taylor, a Globe Staff writer. The article discusses an exhibition or event celebrating the works of Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, a renowned French artist, at the Boston Public Library and other local institutions.

Key Details from the Image:

Article Content:

  • The article highlights a collaborative effort between various Boston cultural institutions to showcase the works of Toulouse-Lautrec.
  • It mentions the Boston Public Library, the Boston University Art Gallery, and other venues participating in the event.
  • The exhibition includes a variety of Toulouse-Lautrec's works, such as drawings, prints, and illustrations, with a focus on his 11 color lithographs and 12 black-and-white drawings.
  • The article notes that the festival was inspired by a Boston University boy, Mark Strand, who discovered Toulouse-Lautrec's work in the library's collection.
  • It describes the festival as a significant cultural event, bringing together prestigious institutions and attracting a diverse audience.

Visual Elements:

  • Caption: At the bottom right of the page, there is a caption that reads:
    "YVETTE GILBERT—One of the Lautrec drawings in the BU exhibit."
    This suggests that the page also includes a visual element, likely a photograph or reproduction of one of Toulouse-Lautrec's drawings, possibly featuring a subject named Yvette Gilbert.
  • Layout: The article is formatted in a traditional newspaper style, with columns of text and a clear headline. The page also includes smaller sidebars or additional notes, such as event schedules and other related articles.

Contextual Clues:

  • The article references the Boston University Art Gallery, indicating that the event was part of a broader cultural initiative involving academic and public institutions.
  • The mention of Mark Strand, a poet and writer, suggests that the event had literary connections as well, possibly involving readings or discussions related to Toulouse-Lautrec's work.

Overall Impression:

The image captures a historical moment in Boston's cultural scene, documenting a collaborative effort to celebrate the art of Toulouse-Lautrec. The page combines journalistic reporting with visual elements, providing both textual and visual context for the event. The inclusion of a specific drawing ("Yvette Gilbert") hints at the richness of the exhibition and the detailed attention given to Toulouse-Lautrec's work.

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This image displays a newspaper clipping from the Boston Sunday Globe, dated December 3, 1972. The headline reads, "Lautrec fest proves cooperation works." The article is authored by Robert Taylor and discusses various events and exhibitions surrounding the works of the French artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec.

On the lower right corner of the clipping, there's a printed illustration of a portrait sketch titled "Yvette Guilbert," marked as one of Lautrec's works featured in the exhibition. The sketch is a simple, stylized drawing with Guilbert wearing a distinctive bow tie.

The text of the article describes the collaboration among different organizations, institutions, and galleries in Boston to present and celebrate Lautrec's works. The primary focus is on the significant teamwork that made this exhibit possible. It also briefly touches on the personal reflections and experiences with Lautrec's legacy.

The clipping appears to be archived or pasted onto a scrapbook or album page with handwriting at the top noting the publication date. The background is a textured brown material, likely the binding of the scrapbook.

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The image presents an open newspaper spread with text articles and one small image within a rectangular frame. On the top, it says "Boston Sunday Globe December 3, 1972." The main article on the left column is titled "Lautrec fest proves cooperation works" and it appears to be an editorial or feature article. The article mentions a "Lautrec fest" which likely refers to a festival or event related to the artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, given the context.

On the right-hand side, there is a picture of a profile line drawing of a person's head and shoulders. Below the drawing, there is a caption that reads, "YVETTE GUILBERT—One of the Lautrec drawings in the BU exhibit." This caption signifies that the drawing is one of Toulouse-Lautrec's works included in an exhibition likely held at Boston University (indicated by "BU"). Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec was known for his post-impressionistic works and his depictions of Parisian nightlife.

The text of the articles is too small to read in detail, but we can see that the layout includes multiple columns typical of newspapers and a mix of capitalized and bold headers to indicate the start of new articles or sections. The page is aged, indicating that the physical newspaper is old. The color of the pages has yellowed, common with paper aging over time.

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This image shows a scrapbook or journal page with three newspaper clippings pasted onto it. The page appears aged and yellowed.

  1. The largest clipping on the left side is an article titled "Lautrec fest proves cooperation works" by Robert Taylor from the Globe Staff. The article discusses an exhibition related to the artist Toulouse-Lautrec held at Boston Public Library, mentioning various aspects of the exhibit, people involved, and some poetry or prose related to the exhibit written by Mark Strand.

  2. The second clipping on the upper right side provides additional details about the event, including locations, dates, and other art-related activities and exhibitions in Boston around that time.

  3. The third clipping at the bottom right side is a sketch or drawing of a man's side profile, labeled "YVETTE GUILBERT—One of the Lautrec drawings in the BU exhibit."

At the top of the scrapbook page, there is a handwritten note in red ink saying: "BOSTON SUNDAY GLOBE DECEMBER 3, 1972," which likely indicates the source and date of the articles.

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This is a vintage scrapbook page with a Boston Sunday Globe clipping from December 3, 1922. The main headline reads “Lautrec fest proves cooperation works,” and the byline credits Robert Taylor (Globe Staff). The clipping is arranged in multiple columns and discusses a Toulouse-Lautrec exhibition (likely at Boston University, given the caption). A red handwritten note at the top marks the date and newspaper.

In the lower right portion of the page there is a small grayscale drawing of a profile of a woman, with a caption reading something like “YVETTE GUILBERT—One of the Lautrec drawings in the BU exhibit.” The clipping has a yellowed, aged look and is mounted on a brown scrapbook page.