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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, February 1978-October 1982

ARCH.2003.37, Rendition: 808660

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The image depicts a newspaper article from the "Art People" section, featuring a story about Jean Sutherland Boggs. The headline announces that Jean Sutherland Boggs has been appointed as the director of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. The article includes a photograph of Jean Sutherland Boggs and discusses her background, achievements, and the challenges she faced in her career.

Key points from the article:

  1. Jean Sutherland Boggs is described as having a significant impact on the art community, with her appointment being a notable milestone for the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
  2. She is praised for her work at the Fogg Museum, where she served as director for 11 years, and for her contributions to the art world, including her role as the first woman to direct a major North American art museum.
  3. The article mentions her educational background, including her studies at the University of Toronto, Harvard, and the Courtauld Institute in London.
  4. Her career achievements, such as her work at the Art Gallery of Ontario and her role in establishing the Department of Fine Arts at the University of Toronto, are highlighted.
  5. The article also touches on her personal life, mentioning her husband, Peter Boggs, and her two sons.
  6. The text at the bottom of the image includes a note about her leaving the Fogg Museum to take up her new position in Philadelphia and her plans to start her new role on March 1.

The article is dated July 1978, and there are handwritten notes on the page, possibly indicating the date of the clipping or other annotations.

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The image shows a newspaper article from the New York Times dated July 1978. The article is titled "Art People" and features an interview with Jean Sutherland Boggs.

Jean Sutherland Boggs is highlighted for her recent appointment as the new director of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. The article discusses her extensive experience and accomplishments in the field of art, including her roles at the University of California, Berkeley, Harvard University, and the University of Toronto.

Key points from the article include:

  • Boggs' background in fine arts and her extensive career in museum administration.
  • Her significant contributions to the development of educational programs and exhibitions.
  • Her notable achievements in the field of art history and the impact of her leadership at various institutions.
  • Her upcoming departure from the Fogg Museum at Harvard University to take on the new role at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

The article also mentions her dedication to teaching and her extensive network of influential contacts in the art world. She is noted for her visionary approach to curating and directing museums, and her contributions to the field of art education.

There is a photo of Jean Sutherland Boggs included in the article. The newspaper page includes a few handwritten notes and a small portion of the "Fari Newsletter" dated 9/17/78.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from the July 1978 issue of "Art People," featuring an article about Jean Sutherland Boggs, who was appointed as the director of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

The article, titled "Woman at Top in Philadelphia," discusses Boggs' appointment and her background. It mentions her previous roles as the director of the Fine Arts Department at the University of California and her time at the Fogg Art Museum, where she was a professor of fine arts.

The article highlights Boggs' experience and expertise in various art movements, including Impressionism, Post-Impressionism, and 19th and 20th-century art. It also notes her involvement in the organization of exhibitions and her contributions to the field of art education.

A section of the article describes Boggs' approach to her work, mentioning her focus on teaching and her commitment to making art accessible and engaging for diverse audiences. The text also includes quotes from Boggs about her teaching philosophy and her plans for the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

The clipping includes a photo of Boggs and mentions her extensive experience in curating exhibitions and managing art museums, emphasizing her qualifications for the position. The article is written in a style that reflects the cultural and educational context of the 1970s, highlighting the significance of her appointment in the art world at that time.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from 1978 featuring articles about Jean Sutherland Boggs, who was appointed as the director of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Here is a detailed summary:

  1. Top Left Article (New York Times, July 1978):

    • Title: "Woman at Top in Philadelphia"
    • The article discusses Jean Sutherland Boggs's appointment as the director of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
    • It highlights her extensive experience, including her tenure as the director of the Fog Art Museum and her role in the art department at Harvard University.
    • The article mentions her significant contributions to the field of art, including her work in teaching and curating exhibitions.
  2. Top Right Article (Farn Newsletter, July 1978):

    • Title: "Art People"
    • This article provides a personal and professional background of Jean Sutherland Boggs.
    • It mentions her involvement in various art-related institutions, such as the Museum of Modern Art and the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
    • The article also includes her reflections on her career and her journey to becoming a prominent figure in the art world.
  3. Bottom Left Article:

    • Title: "Jean Sutherland Boggs Will Leave the Fog to Become Director of the Philadelphia Museum of Art"
    • This article details her transition from the Fog Art Museum to the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
    • It notes her significant contributions at the Fog and her plans for the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
    • The article also includes a brief note on her educational background and teaching career at Harvard University.
  4. Bottom Right Article:

    • Title: "Jean Sutherland Boggs"
    • This article elaborates on her career, including her role at the University of California and her appointment at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
    • It highlights her experience in teaching and curating exhibitions and her dedication to the field of art.
    • The article mentions her vision for the museum and her plans to continue her work in teaching and art education.

Overall, the clippings emphasize Jean Sutherland Boggs's professional achievements, her dedication to the art world, and her significant contributions to museums and art education.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from The New York Times dated July 9, 1978. The headline reads "Woman at top in Philadelphia," and the article is part of the "Art People" column by John Russell.

Summary of the Main Article:

The article highlights Jean Sutherland Boggs, who was appointed as the director of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, making her the first woman to hold this position. Boggs was noted for her previous role as the director of the National Gallery of Canada in Ottawa. The article discusses her background, achievements, and some of the challenges she faced in her career, particularly the bureaucratic difficulties in Ottawa that led to her resignation.

Boggs is described as a dedicated professional who has made significant contributions to the art world, including organizing important exhibitions and publishing catalogs. The article also touches on her educational background, including her studies at Harvard and her teaching career.

Additional Information:

  • Photograph: The clipping includes a photograph of Jean Sutherland Boggs.
  • Career Move Announcement: A smaller article at the bottom of the page announces Boggs' appointment to lead the Philadelphia Museum of Art. It mentions her previous role at the National Gallery in Ottawa and her plans to leave the Foggs to take on this new position.
  • Upcoming Course: Another brief section notes that Boggs will teach a course entitled "The First Half of the Twentieth Century" at Harvard University during the fall semester.

Personal Insights:

  • The lower section of the clipping includes a handwritten note by someone reflecting on their own experiences and admiration for Jean Sutherland Boggs. The writer mentions their background in photography and their desire to continue learning from Boggs' expertise.

Overall, the clipping provides a detailed look at Jean Sutherland Boggs' professional accomplishments and her historic appointment as the first female director of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

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The image shows a scrapbook page containing newspaper clippings and a handwritten note. The clippings are about Jean Sutherland Boggs, a prominent figure in the art world.

  1. Top Clipping:

    • Title: "Woman at top in Philadelphia"
    • Author: John Russell
    • Content: The article discusses Jean Sutherland Boggs, who was the director of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. It highlights her career, including her time at the National Gallery of Canada and her contributions to the art world. The article mentions her educational background, including her studies at Bryn Mawr, Radcliffe, and Harvard, and her work at the Fogg Art Museum. It also discusses her personal life, including her marriage to Michael Boggs and her hobbies like cooking and gardening.
  2. Bottom Clipping:

    • Title: "Jean Sutherland Boggs Will Leave the Fogg to Become Director of the Philadelphia Museum of Art"
    • Content: This article announces Jean Sutherland Boggs' appointment as the director of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. It mentions her previous role at the Fogg Art Museum and her extensive experience in the art world. The article also discusses her plans for the Philadelphia Museum, including her focus on education and community engagement.
  3. Handwritten Note:

    • The note at the top of the page reads "NY Times July 1978," indicating the source and date of the clippings.

The scrapbook page appears to be a collection of articles celebrating Jean Sutherland Boggs' career and her transition to a new role at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

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This is an image of an open book or a journal displaying a newspaper article. The title "Art People" is visible at the top of the left-hand page, beneath which is a subheading and a column of text. To the right on the same page, there is a section titled "N.Y. Times July 1998," suggesting that the article was published at that time. The right-hand page continues with the same article in multiple columns of text. At the bottom of the left-page is a heading in bold that reads "JEAN SUTHERLAND BOGGS WILL LEAVE THE FOGG TO BECOME DIRECTOR OF THE PHILADELPHIA MUSEUM OF ART," followed by a paragraph of text. Some text is highlighted in yellow, which may indicate sections of interest.

There are also some handwritten annotations like "Art Newsletter 9/78" and a piece of tape, which may have been used as a bookmarker, at the top of the left page, suggesting that the reader has interacted with the material, perhaps for research or study purposes. The physical condition of the pages and the way they rest indicate the book is likely laid open on a flat surface.

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The image shows an open scrapbook or album page containing three newspaper or magazine clippings about Jean Sutherland Boggs. The largest clipping on the left side is a black-and-white article titled "Woman at top Philadelphia," with a partially visible photo of Jean Sutherland Boggs, who is identified as the new director of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. The clipping mentions her career and achievements.

Above this clipping, handwritten in black ink, is "NY Times July 1978."

At the bottom of the page, a smaller typed article or press release with the headline "JEAN SUTHERLAND BOGGS WILL LEAVE THE FOGG TO BECOME DIRECTOR OF THE PHILADELPHIA MUSEUM OF ART" appears. It outlines her career as a professor and her move to the Philadelphia Museum of Art from the Fogg Museum.

The page appears to document Jean Sutherland Boggs's appointment as director of the Philadelphia Museum of Art in 1978. The page has an archival or scrapbook feel, with some tape and staples holding the clippings in place.

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The image shows a page from a magazine with a news article about Jean Sutherland Boggs. The article discusses her appointment as the director of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, which is one of the country's major art museums. It highlights her background as a professor of fine arts at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University and her experience as a diplomat. The article also mentions her contributions to the art world, including her work in curating exhibitions and teaching courses.

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The image is a photograph of an open newspaper, specifically a section titled "Art People" by John Russell, published in the New York Times on July 1978. The page is divided into several columns, with headlines and articles related to the art world.

The top left corner features a headline "Woman at top in Philadelphia" with a photograph of Jean Sutherland Boggs, who is described as the director of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. The article discusses her appointment and the challenges she faced as a woman in a predominantly male-dominated field.

Below this, there is another article about Jean Sutherland Boggs, detailing her career, her time at the Fogg Art Museum, and her move to the Philadelphia Museum of Art. It mentions her academic background, her tenure at Harvard, and her role as a professor of fine arts.

The middle section of the page has a headline "NY Times July 1978" and includes an article about an exhibition at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York. The article discusses the insights gained from the exhibition and mentions specific artworks and artists, such as Botticelli's "Birth of Venus" and paintings by Degas.

The right side of the page has another article about an exhibition of Canadian art, highlighting the positive reception and the unique aspects of Canadian art. It mentions artists like David Smith, Barnett Newman, and others, and discusses the influence of Canadian art on the international art scene.

At the bottom of the page, there is a smaller article about a course titled "The First Half of the Twentieth Century" that will be taught at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, starting on March 1, 1979. The course is described as an introduction to modern art, focusing on the period from 1900 to 1950.

The layout of the page is typical of a newspaper, with multiple columns and headlines designed to attract readers' attention. The articles are written in a formal tone, providing detailed information about the art world, exhibitions, and significant figures in the field.