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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1966-May 1973

ARCH.2003.36, Rendition: 805447

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This image displays two newspaper articles from the Sunday Boston Herald Traveler, dated December 17, 1972, and December 17, 1972 (both dated the same day), which have been cut out and pasted into a scrapbook or binder.

The articles are from Section 5, Pages 1-20, as noted on the top-left corner of the page, with handwritten titles and dates in blue ink.


Article 1: “Victorians’ to grace Fogg Museum party” by Rose Walsh

This article, written by Rose Walsh (whose photo appears beside the text), announces a festive event at the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University. The museum is preparing a "Victorian Evening" party for the opening of its renovated Pre-Raphaelite collection, to be held on January 15.

Guests are invited to dress in Victorian attire — specifically, “the last of the romantics,” including peacock feathers, potted palms, and dark red tablecloths — to match the ambiance of the Fogg. The article notes that punch (from Dickens), fruit cakes soaked in brandy, and music will be featured.

The article highlights that the Fogg Museum holds the largest Pre-Raphaelite collection in the United States, acquired in 1918 through the Grenville L. Winthrop Bequest. It mentions artists such as Ford Madox Brown, Sir Edward Burne-Jones, and Dante Gabriel Rossetti. The collection was curated in part by Professor Charles Eliot Norton and critic John Ruskin.

It also notes that despite past neglect by critics and historians, Pre-Raphaelite art is now enjoying a revival of public interest.

The article continues on Page 3, Section 5, and includes a brief description of the museum’s history, including its 1927 move into its current building and the origin of its facade, copied from the church of Madonna de San Biagio at Montepulciano, Italy.

Handwritten annotations in blue ink on this article state:

  • “(Continued from Page 1, Section 5)” — indicating this is a continuation.
  • “n ice!” — a personal comment next to the paragraph about the museum’s facade.

Article 2: “Recitals are an event”

This article, which appears to be titled “recitals are an event” (partially cut off at the top), discusses the growing popularity and unique atmosphere of chamber music recitals held at Boston College.

The text describes how musicians are being paid for their performances, even if informally, and praises the quality and warmth of the concerts. It mentions Professor Johnson, who oversees organ concerts, and describes the casual, almost intimate atmosphere of the concerts — with audiences dressed in “stuffed shirts and tie like steel girders to listen.”

A charming anecdote is shared about a young woman named April Showers (with yellow hair and a bright autumn-colored dress) who stood at the end of the hall during a concert, playing the flute, while raindrops fell on the stone walls outside — a moment described as “raindrops too.”

The article concludes by noting that these concerts are becoming “an event” due to their informal charm and high musical quality.


Overall Presentation

The articles are mounted on the pages of a worn, brown, possibly leather-bound scrapbook with slightly curled edges. The handwritten notes suggest that someone carefully preserved these clippings, perhaps for personal or archival purposes, and made annotations to highlight points of interest.


Summary:

This image captures two cultural articles from the Boston Herald Traveler dated December 17, 1972, focusing on:

  1. A Victorian-themed party at Harvard’s Fogg Museum to showcase its Pre-Raphaelite collection.
  2. The rising popularity and intimate charm of music recitals at Boston College.

The articles are preserved as historical memorabilia, annotated by hand, reflecting personal engagement with the cultural life of Boston in the early 1970s.

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The image shows a scanned page from a newspaper or a collection of newspaper articles, with various clippings taped to it. The main article is titled "Victorians to grace Fogg Museum party" by Rose Walsh, dated 12/17/72. This article discusses an event at the Fogg Museum, Harvard University, where guests are invited to dress in Victorian attire for a party. It mentions the display of the museum's Pre-Raphaelite collection and an upcoming Victorian-themed evening.

There are additional clippings on the page, including a continuation from a previous page, a note about a museum described as "handsome" and endowed by Mrs. Elizabeth Fogg, and a piece from the Boston Globe discussing music recitals as an event, with a focus on the informal and personal atmosphere of the concerts. The clippings are labeled with dates and sources, such as "Sunday Boston Herald Traveler" and "Boston Globe." The page appears to have been collected and saved for reference or personal interest.

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This image shows a collection of newspaper clippings pasted onto a scrapbook page. The clippings are from the "Sunday Boston Herald Traveler" dated December 17, 1972, and the "Boston Globe," also from the same date.

The top left clipping is titled "'Victorians' to grace Fogg Museum party" by Rose Walsh. It announces a Victorian-themed event at the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University, where guests are invited to dress in Victorian attire for the opening of a Pre-Raphaelite art collection. The event includes details about the decor, food, and the historical significance of the collection.

The top right clipping continues from the previous section and provides additional information about the exhibition, including the involvement of Beth Mandelbaum, a Harvard University Fine Arts graduate student, and mentions of other artists and works that will be included in the concurrent show.

The bottom right clipping is from the "Boston Globe" and discusses organ recitals at the Busch-Reisinger Museum in Cambridge. It describes the informal and relaxed atmosphere of these concerts, the quality of the music, and the enthusiasm of the audience.

The scrapbook page itself appears to be made of brown paper, and the clippings are arranged in a collage format. The text is in English, and the clippings are neatly cut and pasted onto the page.

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The image shows a scrapbook page with various clippings and handwritten notes. The page is from a newspaper or magazine, possibly from the early 1970s, as indicated by the date "10/17/72" on one of the clippings. The clippings are arranged in a collage format, with different articles and images pasted onto the page.

The top left corner features a clipping from the "Sunday Boston Herald Traveler" with the headline "Rose Walsh Victorians to grace Fogg Museum party." The article discusses a party at the Fogg Art Museum, with details about the event and the people involved.

Below this clipping, there is a photograph of a woman, possibly Rose Walsh, with a handwritten note next to it. The note reads "Rose Walsh," indicating that the woman in the photo is Rose Walsh.

On the right side of the page, there is another clipping from the "Sunday Boston Herald Traveler" with the headline "Boston recitals are an event." This article talks about musical recitals in Boston and the performers involved.

Below this clipping, there is a handwritten note that reads "Traveler 10/27/72," possibly indicating the date of the article.

The bottom left corner features a clipping from the "Sunday Boston Herald Traveler" with the headline "Fogg Museum to grace party." This article provides more details about the party at the Fogg Art Museum and the people involved.

Overall, the scrapbook page showcases various articles and images related to events and people in the Boston area during the early 1970s, with a focus on the Fogg Art Museum and musical recitals.

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An open book is placed on a surface, and it seems to be a newspaper. A piece of paper with the text "Sunday Boston Herald Traveler" is pasted on the left side of the book. The text "Rose Walsh Victorians' grace Fogg Museum party" is printed in the middle of the book. The book also has some other text and images.

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The image shows a two-page spread from a newspaper or journal, likely from the Sunday Boston Herald Traveler, dated December 17, 1972. The pages are part of a scrapbook or collection, as indicated by the handwritten notes and markings on the pages.

Left Page:

  • Headline: "Rose Walsh" is prominently displayed at the top.
  • Subheading: "Victorians' to grace Fogg Museum party."
  • Content: The article discusses an upcoming event at the Fogg Art Museum, part of Harvard University, celebrating the Victorian era. It mentions a gown exhibition and a "Victorian Evening" with themed decorations, including peacock feathers, fruit cakes, and a punch recipe from Charles Dickens. The article highlights the Fogg Museum's collection of Pre-Raphaelite works and mentions notable figures such as Charles Eliot Norton, John Singer Sargent, and others associated with the Victorian art movement.
  • Image: A small black-and-white photograph of a woman, identified as "Rose Walsh," is included in the article.
  • Handwritten Note: At the top of the page, there is a handwritten label that reads:
    "Sunday Boston Herald Traveler 12/17/72 Section 5 Pages 1-20."

Right Page:

  • Headline: "r recitals are an event" (the "r" appears to be part of a larger phrase, possibly "Our recitals are an event").
  • Content: The article discusses music recitals, focusing on the informal and friendly nature of the performances. It mentions a performer, possibly named Johnson, and describes the atmosphere of the concerts, noting that they are held in a casual setting, such as a home or garden. The article also touches on the quality of the performances and the audience's appreciation.
  • Handwritten Note: At the top of the page, there is a handwritten label that reads:
    "Sunday Boston Herald Traveler 12/17/72."
  • Additional Text: The page includes smaller text and details about the recitals, such as the setting, audience interaction, and the performer's approach.

Overall Context:

The pages appear to be part of a scrapbook or archive, with handwritten notes indicating the source (the Sunday Boston Herald Traveler) and the date (December 17, 1972). The content reflects cultural and artistic events of the time, including a Victorian-themed museum party and music recitals, providing a glimpse into the cultural activities and interests of the early 1970s. The handwritten labels suggest that someone has preserved these clippings for reference or personal interest.

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This image depicts a scrapbook page featuring newspaper clippings. The clippings appear to have been carefully cut out and pasted onto a brown paper background.

  1. Top Left: A section of a newspaper article from the Sunday Boston Herald Traveler dated 12/17/72, under the headline "Rose Walsh: 'Victorians' to grace Fogg Museum party." The article discusses an exhibition of Victorian art at the Fogg Museum at Harvard University. It highlights the significance of the show, which brings together pre-Raphaelite works and features prominent names like Dante Gabriel Rossetti and John Everett Millais. Handwritten annotations on this clipping identify the newspaper, date, section ("Section 5"), and pages (1-20).

  2. Top Right: A continuation of the same article is pasted next to it. Handwritten notes also identify this as part of the Sunday Boston Herald Traveler dated 12/17/72.

  3. Bottom Right: Another article (with a headline starting with "recitals are an event") is clipped from The Boston Globe. The content discusses musical recitals, describing informal and relaxed performances at a museum.

Overall, the scrapbook seems dedicated to preserving articles and clippings about cultural events, exhibitions, and performances for archival or personal purposes.

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The image shows a scrapbook or album page with three newspaper clippings related to art exhibitions and music recitals in Boston.

  1. The largest clipping is from the "Sunday Boston Herald Traveler" dated 12/17/72, section 5, pages 1-20. The headline reads: "Rose Walsh: 'Victorians' to grace Fogg Museum party." The article discusses an upcoming exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University, featuring a collection of Pre-Raphaelite paintings, drawings, and watercolors. The article mentions the theme for the event, dressing to match the period style, and refreshments. There is also a small blurred or pixelated photograph of a person likely named Rose Walsh included in this clipping.

  2. Above and slightly to the right of the largest clipping is a smaller continuation of the article, also from the Boston Herald Traveler on 12/17/72 with some handwritten notes correcting or emphasizing the text, including "a nice" written next to "handsome museum."

  3. The third clipping at the bottom right is from the "Boston Globe." Its headline, partially visible, concerns "recitals" as a regular event at a museum. The text mentions how concerts at the museum are informal and casual, attracting performers and audiences who enjoy a friendly environment. The article also describes the stone walls of the concert area and the pleasant sound experience.

The overall theme of the page centers on art exhibitions and cultural events in Boston around the early 1970s.

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The image presented is an open scrapbook or album page containing several newspaper clippings. The articles are related to the arts, more specifically discussing events such as museum parties and music recitals.

On the left side of the page, the larger clipping has a headline that reads "Rose Walsh 'Victorians' to grace Fogg Museum party" and is from the "Sunday Boston Herald Traveler" dated 1/9/72, Section 5 Pages 1/20. Below this headline, there is another section of a related article. This article appears to provide details on an event associated with the Fogg Art Museum located at Harvard University and discusses a period-themed party celebrating a Victorian exhibit, including portraits, photographs, and wallpaper designs.

To the right of the page are two clippings, both with headings that reference Boston, although one heading is partially cut off. The more complete article on the right is titled "recitals are an event" and seems to discuss the distinct nature of music recitals in Boston, with implications of their cultural richness and attention to detail with regards to organization and the quality of performances.

The scrapbook or album page has a tan, textured background, and the overall arrangement suggests that someone was collecting articles related to art and cultural events, possibly for personal interest or historical documentation.

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A scrapbook page with several clipped newspaper articles pasted onto a light brown sheet. The layout is a collage of vintage Boston press items about arts events.

  • On the left is a tall clipping with a bold headline “Rose Walsh” and a subheading that reads something like “‘Victorians’ to grace Fogg Museum party.” There’s smaller text beneath and a small photo clipped near the bottom.
  • At the very top left there’s a small piece of paper with handwritten notes in blue ink, including something that looks like a date and the word “Section 5.”
  • In the middle of the page, another small clipping is partially overlapped, showing more text and a darkened image area (the face or a cutout has been obscured).
  • On the right side, a smaller clipping sits above a larger white clipping that has the heading “Boston Globe” and a bold line about an event or recital being an event; the text is partially legible but mostly cut up by the overlapping pieces.
  • The overall tone is aged and archival: brown paper, slightly frayed edges, and several pieces layered with visible gaps where the page shows through.

In short, it’s a vintage collage of 1970s newspaper clippings about Boston arts events, arranged in a scrapbook-style page.