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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1966-May 1973

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The image shows a page from a newspaper, specifically from "The Boston Globe" dated Wednesday, February 14, 1973. The page is titled "Watkins collection of vases exhibited" and is written by Robert Taylor. The article discusses Frederick M. Watkins' collection of Greek vases, particularly a large red-figured vase or calyx krater used by Greeks of the 5th Century B.C. as a ceremonial wine vessel. The article highlights the importance of Watkins' collection and includes a photograph of a winged mirror caryatid from the Watkins bequest at the Fogg.

Below the article, there are three smaller images with captions and dates. The first is a photograph of an Aphrodite with Dove, a Greek bronze in the Frederick M. Watkins Collection at the Fogg. The second is a photograph of an Apollo Belvedere, a marble statue, also from the Watkins Collection. The third is a photograph of a marble head of a man, which is part of the Watkins collection. These images are accompanied by handwritten notes that seem to be dates and sources, possibly from Harvard University Gazette, as indicated by the handwriting at the bottom right.

The page also includes a notice for a lecture series at the Fogg Art Museum on February 21st, with the topic "Mallarmé and the Visual Aspects of Literature" by Professor Jean Bruneau. The lecture is scheduled for 4 pm in the Christian Room of the Fogg.

The overall appearance of the page suggests it is a page from a scrapbook or a collection of clippings, as there are handwritten notes and stickers indicating dates and sources. The newspaper article and the photographs of the artifacts provide a glimpse into the exhibition of the Watkins collection and the art world's interest in Greek vases and sculptures during that time.

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This image is a newspaper clipping from The Boston Globe dated Wednesday, February 14, 1973, page 18. The main article is titled "Watkins collection of vases exhibited" by Robert Taylor. It discusses the Watkins collection of Greek vases and other artifacts, including a large red-figured vase or calyx krater used by Greeks of the 5th century B.C. as a ceremonial wine vessel, attributed to the Kleophrades Painter.

The article mentions the collection's importance and the historical context of its acquisition, including the role of Frederick M. Watkins and the Fogg Museum. It also touches on the price of the Euphronios vase and the Met's decision to sell its coin collection.

There are two images in the article. The first is a Winged Mirror Caryatid from 550-525 B.C., Greek school, probably Southern Italian Tarentine, from the Frederick M. Watkins bequest at the Fogg. The second image is of Aphrodite with Dove, ca. 450 B.C., a Greek bronze in the Frederick M. Watkins Collection at the Fogg.

Additionally, there is a smaller article titled "Cruising" by Fred Barron from The Boston Phoenix, dated 2/23/73. It announces a free lecture at the Fogg Art Museum on February 21st by Professor Jean Bruneau on "Mallarmé and the Visual Aspects of Literature."

There is also a note about a remarkable collection of drawings by Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres, ten of which were recently discovered by Phyllis Hattis in Ingres' birthplace in Montaubun, France, and never before on public view. This one is identified as "Apollo Belvedere."

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The image shows a newspaper clipping, which is a page from a newspaper. It features an article about an exhibition of vases, along with a few photographs of the vases. The clipping is attached to a larger piece of paper, which appears to be a scrapbook page. There are other clippings attached to the page, including a photograph of a statue and a drawing of a woman. The clipping is from the Boston Globe, dated February 14, 1973.

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The image appears to be a page from a book or magazine featuring an article about the Watkins Collection of vases. The article discusses the collection's exhibition and the significance of the pieces, particularly the Kleopatra krater. The page includes a photograph of the Kleopatra krater and mentions the collection's acquisition by the Fogg Art Museum. There are also references to other notable vases in the collection, such as the Euphronios vase and the Dionysus krater. The article highlights the historical and artistic importance of these ancient Greek vases.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper or publication dated Wednesday, February 14, 1973, titled "The Boston Globe." The page features two distinct sections:

Top Section:

  • Headline: "Watkins collection of vases exhibited"
  • Byline: Robert Taylor
  • Content: The article discusses the exhibition of the Watkins collection of ancient Greek vases at the Fogg Art Museum. It highlights the historical and cultural significance of the collection, mentioning notable pieces such as:
    • A Winged Mirror Caryatid from the Italian school, dated approximately 550-525 B.C., attributed to the Greek artist Frederick M. Watkins.
    • A Kleohedraes Krater from 1941, which was previously part of the Fogg's collection.
    • The article also touches on the ethical and historical context surrounding the acquisition of these artifacts, including the fall of the Fogg Art Museum's director and the controversy over the collection's provenance.

Bottom Section:

  • Headline: "Cruising"
  • Content: This section appears to be a separate news item or announcement, likely related to an event or lecture. It mentions:
    • A lecture titled "Aspects of Literature" by Professor Jean Hermann at the Fogg Art Museum on February 21 at 4 p.m. in the Chrysler Room.
    • The lecture will be followed by an informal reception, and the public is invited.

Visual Elements:

  • Left Side: An illustration of a Winged Mirror Caryatid, a classical Greek sculpture, is prominently displayed. Below the image, there is a caption providing details about the artifact, including its origin, date, and attribution to Frederick M. Watkins.
  • Right Side: The article text is arranged in a standard newspaper column format, with dense paragraphs discussing the exhibition and related topics.

Additional Notes:

  • There are handwritten annotations on the page, including:
    • "Fred Baron / The Boston Phoenix" and a date (2/20/73) in the top left corner.
    • "Harvard Univ. Gazette" written in the bottom right corner, along with a date (2/28/73).
    • These annotations suggest the page may have been clipped or saved for reference, possibly by a student or researcher at Harvard University.

Overall, the image captures a historical newspaper clipping focused on an art exhibition and a related lecture, with additional personal or academic annotations.

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The image is a page from a scrapbook or photo album, featuring a newspaper clipping about the Watkins collection of vases exhibited at the Fogg Art Museum. The page is open to a two-page spread, with the left page showing the top half of the clipping and the right page showing the bottom half.

  • Newspaper Clipping
    • The clipping is from "The Boston Globe" and features a headline that reads "Watkins collection of vases exhibited."
    • The article discusses the exhibition of the Watkins collection of vases at the Fogg Art Museum, which includes pieces from ancient Greece and Rome.
    • The article also mentions that the exhibition is part of a larger effort to promote the study and appreciation of ancient art in the United States.
  • Photographs
    • There are three photographs on the page, each showing a different vase from the Watkins collection.
    • The first photograph shows a vase with a winged mirror handle, which is described as being from the 5th century B.C.
    • The second photograph shows a vase with a figure of a woman, which is described as being from the 4th century B.C.
    • The third photograph shows a vase with a figure of a man, which is described as being from the 3rd century B.C.
  • Notes and Labels
    • There are several notes and labels on the page, including a handwritten note that reads "Cruising" and a typed label that reads "2/20/73 Harvard Univ. Gazette."
    • There are also several dates and times written on the page, including "2/20/73" and "4 pm."
  • Background
    • The background of the page is a light gray color, with a darker gray border around the edges.

Overall, the image appears to be a page from a scrapbook or photo album that features a newspaper clipping about the Watkins collection of vases exhibited at the Fogg Art Museum. The page includes photographs of several vases from the collection, as well as notes and labels that provide additional information about the exhibition.

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The image depicts a page from a scrapbook or photo album, featuring a collection of newspaper clippings and notes related to art exhibitions. The page is open to a spread with two facing pages, each containing several items.

Left Page:

  • A large newspaper clipping at the top features an article titled "Watkins collection of vases exhibited" by Robert Taylor, dated February 14, 1973. The article discusses the exhibition of ancient Greek vases at the Fogg Museum in Boston.
  • Below the article are three smaller images of sculptures, each accompanied by a handwritten note with the date and location of the exhibition. The notes read:
    • "Fred Barron The Boston Phoenix 2/20/73"
    • "A remarkable collection of drawings went on exhibit at the Fogg last week - 11 early works of Jean-August Dominique Ingres, ten of them only recently discovered by Phyllis Bober in the Ingres' birthplace in Montauban, France and never seen on public view. This one: Apollo Belvedere."
    • "Aphrodite with Dove, ca. 450 B.C., Greek bronze in the Frederick M. Watkins Collection at the Fogg 2/28/73 Harvard Univ. Gazette"

Right Page:

  • A small newspaper clipping at the bottom of the page features an article titled "Cruising" by an unknown author, dated February 21, 1973. The article discusses a lecture series on "Malherm" and the Visual Aspects of Literature at the Fogg Museum.

Overall, the image suggests that the scrapbook or photo album is a collection of art-related materials, including newspaper clippings, notes, and photographs, documenting various exhibitions and events at the Fogg Museum in Boston during the early 1970s.

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The image presents a scrapbook page featuring a collection of newspaper clippings and articles, primarily focused on art and cultural events. The page is divided into several sections, each containing a distinct article or advertisement.

  • Top Section:
    • A prominent article titled "Watkins collection of vases exhibited" is displayed, accompanied by an image of a statue.
    • The article discusses the Watkins collection of vases at the Fogg Art Museum, highlighting its significance and the various pieces on display.
  • Middle Section:
    • An advertisement for a lecture series at the Fogg Art Museum is visible, with the title "Cruising" and details about the event.
    • The advertisement provides information about the lecture series, including the date, time, and location.
  • Bottom Section:
    • Two smaller articles are presented, one featuring an image of a statue and the other showcasing a portrait of a man.
    • The articles appear to be related to art exhibitions or events, with the statue article discussing a Greek bronze statue and the portrait article highlighting a collection of drawings by Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres.

In summary, the scrapbook page showcases a curated selection of articles and advertisements related to art and cultural events, providing insight into the cultural landscape of the time.

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The image shows an open book with a newspaper clipping and several smaller cutouts of images and text.

  • The newspaper clipping is from "The Boston Globe" dated Wednesday, February 14, 1973.
    • The headline reads "Watkins collection of vases exhibited" in large black text.
    • The article discusses the Watkins collection of vases exhibited at the Fogg Museum.
    • There is a large image of a statue of a woman with wings on either side of her head.
    • The statue is described as a "WINGED MIRROR CARYATID 350-325 B.C. Greek probably Southern Italian, Tarentine" from the Frederick M. Watkins bequest at the Fogg.
  • There are three smaller cutouts below the newspaper clipping.
    • The left cutout has the word "Cruising" in large black text.
    • The middle cutout shows a small image of a statue of a man.
    • The right cutout shows a small image of a man's head.
  • There are handwritten notes on some of the cutouts.
    • The top-left cutout has "Feed Barran, The Boston Phoenix 2/20/73" written in blue ink.
    • The middle cutout has "2/28/73 Harvard Univ. Gazette" written in blue ink.
    • The right cutout has "2/28/73 HARVARD UNIV. GAZETTE" written in blue ink.

The image appears to be a scrapbook or photo album page with various cutouts of images and text related to art and culture.

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The image is a page from a scrapbook or a collection of newspaper clippings related to art and exhibitions. The page contains several articles and images from "The Boston Globe" dated February 14, 1973. Here is a detailed summary of the contents:

  1. Main Article: "Watkins collection of vases exhibited" by Robert Taylor

    • The article discusses an exhibition at the Fogg Museum, showcasing a collection of vases donated by Professor Watkins. The vases are from the 6th century B.C. and include a notable piece known as the Kleobis and Biton kylix, which is attributed to the Kleophrades painter.
    • The article mentions the significance of the vases and the exhibition, highlighting the artistic and historical value of the pieces.
  2. Image and Caption: Winged Mirror Caryatid

    • The image shows a Greek sculpture from the 500-455 B.C. period, likely from southern Italian Tarantine, acquired by Watkins.
    • The caption describes the sculpture and mentions that it is illustrated by a highly-specialized acquisition painting.
  3. Article Clipping: "Cruising"

    • This small clipping mentions an event at the Fogg Art Museum on February 11, 1973, where a lecture titled "Aspects of Literature" was given by Professor John Lotman.
  4. Image and Caption: Aphrodite with Dove

    • The image shows a sculpture of Aphrodite with a dove, dated around 450 B.C., from the Watkins Collection at the Fogg.
    • The caption provides a brief description of the sculpture.
  5. Article Clipping: Drawings Exhibition

    • This clipping mentions a collection of drawings on display at the Fogg, including works by Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres and others. The exhibition features previously unseen drawings and highlights the artistic techniques used.
  6. Handwritten Notes

    • There are handwritten notes on the page, including dates (2/20/73 and 2/22/73) and references to "Harvard Univ. Gazette" and "The Boston Phoenix."

The page appears to be a compilation of articles and images related to art exhibitions and lectures at the Fogg Museum, with a focus on the Watkins collection and its significance in the art world.