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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1966-May 1973

ARCH.2003.36, Rendition: 805496

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The image shows two newspaper clippings placed on a page of what appears to be a journal or scrapbook.

  • On the left, there is a clipping titled "Gist for The Mill" from "The Boston Phoenix" dated May 15, 1973. The article discusses an event at the Fogg Museum where a celebration was held for the recovery of stolen coins. It mentions the involvement of Daniel Robbins, the museum’s head, and details about the celebration and the recovery of the stolen items.

  • On the right, there is a clipping from May 11, 1973. This clipping includes a woodcut illustration of a naked figure standing next to a tree, with text above and below the image. The text is in Latin and includes a quote attributed to Tityrus, which refers to the figure standing by the tree, saying, "Tityrus, till I return, I'm not going far. Look after my goats." Below the quote, additional information is provided about the woodcut and its inclusion in a book edition of Virgil's "Eclogues," published by the Cranach Press in 1927.

The page where the clippings are placed appears to be dated May 11, 1973.

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This image shows an open scrapbook or journal with two clippings glued to the page. The left side contains a clipping from "The Boston Phoenix," dated May 15, 1973, with the headline "Gist for The Mill." The text discusses a celebration at the Fogg Museum for the recovery of nine valuable coins stolen from the museum. It mentions Daniel Robbins, the head of the Fogg, and various individuals involved in the recovery, including police and museum staff.

The right side contains a clipping dated May 11, 1973, with a title in Latin: "TITYRE DUM REDEO BREVIS EST VIA PASCE CAPELLAS ET POTUM PASTAS AGE TITYRE ET INTER AGENDUM OCCURSARE CAPRO CORNU FERIT ILLE CAVETO." Below the title is a black-and-white illustration of a woman standing in a natural setting with trees and foliage. The illustration is labeled "MOERIS" with additional Latin text beneath it. The clipping also includes a note about the gift of twenty-one volumes of illustrated books to the Fogg Museum, featuring works by various artists. The woodcut illustration is attributed to Aristide Maillol and is from an edition of Virgil's "Eclogues" published in 1927.

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An open book displays two pages of text and illustrations. On the left page, there is a heading that reads "The Boston Phoenix May 15, 1973" and "Gist for The Mill." Below the heading, there is a story about a celebration held for the recovery of nine coins stolen from the Fogg. The story includes details about the event and the people involved. On the right page, there is a heading that reads "May 11, 1973" and a story about a gift of illustrated books. The story includes details about the gift and its significance. There is also an illustration of a tree with a quote below it.

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The image shows an open book with two pages displayed side by side. The left page features a clipping from a newspaper, titled "The Boston Phoenix," dated May 15, 1973. The clipping reports on an event at the Fogg Museum at Harvard University, where nine coins were stolen from the museum and later recovered. The clipping provides details about the theft, the recovery, and the individuals involved, including Daniel Robbins, a student who led the recovery effort. The right page features an illustration of a tree with Latin text below it, possibly from an illustrated book or a historical document. The book's pages appear aged, with a slightly yellowed color, suggesting it is an older publication.

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The image shows an open book with two pages visible, dated May 15, 1973, and May 11, 1973, respectively. The left page is titled "Gist for The Mill" and is dated May 15, 1973. It appears to be a handwritten or typed entry, possibly a journal or log, detailing an event involving the recovery of stolen gold coins at the Fogg Museum. The text describes a celebration for the recovery of nine stolen coins valued at $100,000, which were found on a pedestal in the courtyard. The entry mentions a humorous aspect involving gold foil-wrapped chocolate coins, as well as a speech by Daniel Robbins, the head of the Fogg, and interactions with Cambridge police and city officials. The narrative also includes an anecdote about a fellow named John Corcoran and a humorous exchange involving the phrase "You are."

The right page, dated May 11, 1973, features a printed illustration and accompanying text. The illustration is a detailed woodcut or engraving depicting a classical scene with the Latin title "TITYRE DUM REDEO BREVIS EST VIA PASCE CAPELLAE ET POTUM PASTAS AGE TITYRE ET INTER AGENDUM OCCURSAR CAPRO CORNU FERIT ILLE CAVETO", which translates to "While I return, Tityrus, the path is short; graze your goats and drink your milk, Tityrus, and while tending, beware of the goat that strikes with its horn." Below the illustration, there is a caption in English: "MOERIS: VÄRE TUUM NOMEN SUPERET MODO MANTIA NOBIS", which translates to "Truly, your name will surpass ours in the future." The text beneath the illustration provides context, mentioning that the artwork is part of an edition of Virgil's Eclogues published in 1927 by the Cranach Press. It also references a gift from Eleanor Saxe Sachs to the Fogg Museum in memory of her husband, Howard J. Sachs, and notes that the illustration is part of a collection that includes etchings, suit, lithographs, and other graphic works.

The book appears to be a curated collection or scrapbook, combining handwritten entries with printed illustrations and textual annotations, likely documenting art, literature, or cultural events from the early 1970s. The entries suggest a focus on art, literature, and possibly museum-related activities.

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The image presents a page from an old book or scrapbook, featuring two newspaper clippings and a handwritten note.

  • The left clipping is from "The Boston Phoenix" dated May 15, 1973, with the headline "Gist for The Mill." The article discusses a celebration at the Fogg Museum, where nine coins were stolen from the Fogg on April 6. The thief, Daniel Robbins, was caught and thanked the Cambridge police for their quick response.
  • The right clipping is from an unknown publication, dated May 11, 1973, and features a drawing of a woman and a man in a garden. The text is written in Latin and appears to be a poem or passage.
  • A handwritten note at the top of the page reads, "The Boston Phoenix May 15, 1973," indicating that the clippings were likely collected by the same person.

Overall, the image suggests that the person who created this scrapbook was interested in collecting and preserving newspaper articles and other ephemera related to art, history, and culture. The inclusion of a Latin passage and a drawing of a woman and a man in a garden adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to the page.

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The image depicts a page from a scrapbook or photo album, featuring two newspaper clippings. The left clipping is titled "Gist for The Mill" and appears to be an article about a celebration at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The right clipping is a poem titled "Tityre Dum Redeo Brevis Est Via" with an illustration of a woman sitting on a rock, surrounded by foliage.

The clippings are attached to a brown paper background, which may be a page from the scrapbook or photo album. The overall appearance suggests that the image is a scanned or photographed page from a personal collection or archive.

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The image presents a vintage book with two newspaper clippings pasted inside its cover, set against a light gray background. The book's cover is worn and aged, featuring a brownish-beige hue.

Newspaper Clippings:

  • Left Clipping:
    • Headline: "Gist for The Mill"
    • Publication: The Boston Phoenix
    • Date: May 15, 1973
    • Article discussing a celebration at the Fogg Museum
  • Right Clipping:
    • Date: May 11, 1973
    • Latin text accompanied by an illustration of a man and a goat
    • Quote from Virgil's Eclogues, translated as "Tityrus, till I return, I'm not going far. Look after my goats."

Book Details:

  • The book appears to be old and worn, with visible signs of aging.
  • The clippings are pasted onto the inside cover, suggesting that they were added at a later date.

Background:

  • The background is a plain light gray color, providing a neutral backdrop for the book and its contents.

Overall, the image showcases a unique and intriguing piece of history, with the newspaper clippings offering a glimpse into the past and the book's worn condition adding to its character.

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The image presents a vintage newspaper clipping from "The Boston Phoenix" dated May 15, 1973, and another clipping from an unknown source dated May 11, 1973. The clippings are placed on a gray background, resembling an open book.

Newspaper Clipping 1: The Boston Phoenix

  • Date: May 15, 1973
  • Title: "Gist for The Mill"
  • Content: The article discusses a celebration held at the Fogg Museum for the recovery of nine coins stolen from the Fogg on April 6, valued at $100,000. The coins were wrapped in green velvet under plateglass, surrounded by chocolate money.
  • Key Points:
    • The thief, Daniel Robins, made a little speech to be heard, crunching on an apple.
    • The courtyard rang with appreciation, and the policemen smiled.
    • Robins was approached by John Corcoran, Cambridge City Manager, who introduced himself and said, "You are?" Robins replied, "Well, I'm a newcomer to Cambridge. I came here to study... to show... a few words." Corcoran was delighted and asked Robins to speak. Robins thought it was great to have a party, but he especially liked the chocolate money. He said some people were so quick to be critical when things didn't go well. More men who weren't there were taken, and they stepped back into the shadows of the Fogg's medieval courtyard.

Newspaper Clipping 2: Unknown Source

  • Date: May 11, 1973
  • Content: The article features a drawing of a man and a goat, accompanied by Latin text.
  • Key Points:
    • The text includes phrases such as "TITYRE DUM REDEO BREVIS EST VIA," "PASCE CAPELLAS ET POTUM PASTAS AGE TITYRE ET INTER AGENDUM OCCURSAR CAPRO CORNU FERIT ILLE CAVETO," and "MOERIS Immo haec, quae Varo necdum perfecta canebat: VARE TUUM NOMEN SUPERET MODO MANTUA NOBIS."
    • The article also mentions that twenty-one volumes of illustrated books have gone to the Fogg.

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The image shows an open page from a scrapbook or notebook containing two newspaper clippings from 1973.

  1. Left Clipping (May 15, 1973)

    • Title: "Gist for The Mill"
    • Content: This article appears to be a humorous or satirical piece written in a playful, old-fashioned style. It describes an event at the Fogg Art Museum involving a fictional character named Daniel Robbins and the recovery of a stolen painting, "The Golden Calf," by O'Mannion. The article mentions various characters such as Detective Centrillo and Lieutenant Clancy and includes a mix of real and fictional elements. It ends with a quote from the Fogg guard, Jacob Blumenthal, about the peculiar behavior of two men who were investigating the theft.
  2. Right Clipping (May 11, 1973)

    • Content: This clipping includes Latin text at the top, followed by an illustration of a tree and a quote from Virgil's "Eclogues." The Latin text translates to a farewell message, indicating a departure. Below the illustration, there is a quote in English: "Tityrus, till I return, I'm not going far. Look after my goats." The text also mentions a gift to the Fogg Art Museum by Anne Saxe-Smith in memory of her husband, Howard Fogg Saxe-Smith. The gift includes etchings, woodcuts, lithographs, and graphics by Attilio Mantovani. The woodcut by Mantovani appears in an edition of Virgil's "Eclogues" published in Weimar by the Cranach Press in 1927.

The clippings are pasted onto the pages of the scrapbook, which has a worn, aged appearance, suggesting it has been well-used over the years.