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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, February 1978-October 1982

ARCH.2003.37, Rendition: 808679

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The image shows a vintage newspaper clipping from "The Patriot Ledger" dated November 3, 1978, titled "Limelight." The article is titled "Collection is small, but... very select" and discusses the Harvard Fogg Art Museum. It is written by Deborah Pye and published in the "Arts Leisure Entertainment" section. The page number is 40, and there is a subheading indicating that this is from pages 40-43.

The article describes the Fogg Art Museum as having a small collection but one that is highly selective, focusing on various art forms and periods. It mentions specific exhibitions and notable artworks, such as "Head of a Wind God" by Agostino Carracci. The piece includes a black-and-white photograph of the artwork mentioned in the text.

The article also includes a note about the museum's location and operating hours, mentioning that it is open Monday through Friday from 9 to 5, and on Saturday from 2 to 5, with Sunday admission from 10 to 5. The cost of admission is free.

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This image is a newspaper clipping placed inside a yellow folder with a top tab labeled "A-H." The clipping is titled "Collection is small, but... very select" and is from "The Patriot Ledger," dated Friday, November 3, 1978, on page 40. The article is about Harvard's Fogg Art Museum and is written by Deborah Pye. The article discusses the museum's collection, highlighting its selectivity and diversity of media, including works from various regions and periods. There is a section on "Limelight" related to arts, leisure, and entertainment on pages 40-43.

The clipping includes a photograph of a drawing titled "Head of a Wind God," by Agostino Carracci. The photograph is placed on the left side of the article. The text mentions various artists and their works, such as Thomas Eakins, John Singleton Copley, Picasso, and others, and discusses the different styles and techniques represented in the museum's collection. The article also mentions the "New Presences" exhibit, which includes contemporary works from different media.

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This image displays a preserved newspaper clipping from The Patriot Ledger, dated Friday, November 3, 1978, specifically Page 40 from the "Limelight / Arts Leisure Entertainment" section (Pages 40–43).

The clipping is neatly mounted on a beige cardboard backing inside a black binder, suggesting it is part of a scrapbook or archival collection. A small yellow tab on the top right corner of the backing paper reads “April 2002,” possibly indicating when this item was filed or compiled.


Content of the Article

The article is titled:
“Harvard’s Fogg Art Museum — Collection is small, but... very select”

It is written by Deborah Pye for The Patriot Ledger.

It features a black and white photograph on the left side, captioned:
“Head of a Wind God, by Agostino Carracci.”

The article discusses the Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum and its “New Presences” exhibit, which the author describes as "small, very select, not extensive" but remarkably well-curated, "cut diagonally across Harvard Yard to Quincy Street."

Key points from the text include:

  • The exhibit includes works from ancient Sumeria to the 20th century, encompassing diverse media: Persian and Indian miniatures, carpets, Islamic art, Renaissance prints, 19th-century French drawings, and contemporary pieces.
  • Notable artists mentioned include: John Singleton Copley, Picasso, Juan Gris, Cerame, Seurat, De Kooning, Andy Warhol, David Smith, Helen Frankenthaler, Willem de Kooning, and Henri Gaudier-Brzeska.
  • The reviewer highlights several specific works:
    • A 16th-century Italian Renaissance sculpture of large Morris Louis acrylic.
    • An etching by Whistler titled “Journey in Chelsea.”
    • A photograph from 1888 showing a miner’s group.
    • A contemporary sculpture by Henri Gaudier-Brzeska called “The Idol.”
    • Abstract expressionist works by Thomas Eakins, Van Gogh, and Pissarro.
  • The article concludes with exhibit details:
    • Location: The Fogg (Harvard’s Fogg Art Museum).
    • Hours: Open Monday–Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM; Saturday 2–5 PM; Sunday 2–4 PM.
    • Admission: Free.
    • Dates: The “New Presences” exhibit runs through November 19, 1978.

Visual and Presentation Notes

  • The newspaper clipping is slightly yellowed with age, typical of 1970s newsprint.
  • The layout is classic newspaper style: columnar text, a large headline, and a single illustration with its caption.
  • The clipping is displayed with the top of the newspaper visible, showing page header and date.
  • The overall presentation suggests personal or institutional archiving — likely kept for its cultural or historical value, perhaps by someone connected to Harvard, the arts, or the author.
  • A ruler or scale strip along the top indicates this may be photographed in a cataloging or archival context (the numbers 1–10 are visible).

In summary, this is a well-preserved 1978 newspaper review of an art exhibition at Harvard’s Fogg Art Museum, highlighting the museum’s select yet expansive collection spanning centuries and cultures.

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A page of a newspaper is opened and placed on top of a gray surface. It is probably from the 1970s. The newspaper is the Patriot Ledger, dated November 3, 1978. The page has the title "Collection is small, but... very select" and features an article about Harvard's Fogg Art Museum. The article is written by Deborah Fy. There is also an image of a drawing on the left side of the page.

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The image is a clipping from a newspaper, featuring an article titled "Harvard's Fogg Art Museum Collection is small, but... very select." The clipping includes a drawing of a head of a wind god by Agostino Carracci. The article discusses the collection at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, highlighting its small size but emphasizing the quality and selection of the pieces. The article mentions that the museum has a collection of around 2,000 gifts and loans, private collections, and covers art history from ancient times to the 20th century.

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The image depicts a page from a newspaper or magazine titled "LimeLight", published by the Arts Leisure Entertainment Pages. The page is dated Friday, November 3, 1978, and is labeled as Page 40. The content is an article titled "Harvard's Fogg Art Museum" by Deborah Pye for The Patriot Ledger.

Key Elements of the Image:

Header:

  • The top of the page features the publication name "LimeLight" in bold, stylized font, along with the subtitle "Arts Leisure Entertainment Pages".
  • The date "Fri. Nov. 3, 1978" is prominently displayed, indicating when the article was published.
  • The page number "Page 40" is located in the top-right corner.

Main Article:

  • The article is titled "Harvard's Fogg Art Museum" and is attributed to Deborah Pye for The Patriot Ledger.
  • The subtitle of the article reads: "Collection is small, but... very select", suggesting that while the collection is modest in size, it is highly curated and valuable.
  • The article discusses the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, highlighting its unique collection, which includes works from ancient times to the 20th century. It emphasizes the museum's selectivity and the diversity of its holdings, including pieces from the Far East, Western Europe, and the U.S.
  • The text provides details about the museum's history, its role in the Harvard community, and specific examples of artworks in the collection, such as:
    • Antonio Correggio's "Head of a Wind God".
    • Works by artists like Picasso, Juan Gris, Cézanne, Degas, Renoir, and Matisse.
    • A 19th-century French drawing of "Sleeping Child" by Leonardo da Vinci.
    • Contemporary pieces, including Andy Warhol's "Campbell's Chicken Soup Can" and Roy Lichtenstein's "Girl with Ball".

Visual Elements:

  • At the bottom-left corner of the page, there is a small black-and-white photograph labeled "Head of a Wind God, by Agostino Carracci." This image serves as a visual example of one of the artworks mentioned in the article.
  • The photograph is framed within a rectangular border, and the caption below it identifies the artwork and its artist.

Layout and Design:

  • The page has a clean, structured layout typical of newspaper or magazine articles from the late 1970s.
  • The text is organized into paragraphs, with clear headings and subheadings to guide the reader.
  • The font is legible and consistent, with a mix of serif and sans-serif typefaces used for different elements (e.g., headlines, body text, and captions).

Additional Context:

  • The article also references other contemporary art exhibitions, such as "New Presences", which is described as a collection of abstract expressionist art.
  • It mentions specific artists and their works, providing context about the broader art scene of the time.

Summary:

The image shows a page from a 1978 issue of "LimeLight", featuring an article about the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard. The article emphasizes the museum's small but highly selective collection, showcasing a range of artworks from ancient to modern times. A small photograph of "Head of a Wind God" by Agostino Carracci is included as an example of the museum's holdings, and the layout is typical of a newspaper or magazine from that era.

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This image shows an open newspaper laid flat, displaying a portion of two pages with articles and headlines. Near the top of the image, part of a physical keyboard, possibly from a typewriter or computer, is visible with the keys "E T" clearly in view.

The focal point of the left page is a headline that reads "Harvard's Fogg Art Museum" followed by the text "Collection is small, but... very select" in bold font, indicating the title of the article. Below the headline, on the left side, is a reproduced image with the caption "Head of a Wind God, by Agostino Carracci." The article text discusses what appears to be the select nature of the Harvard's Fogg Art Museum collection and is authored by Deborah Pye.

On the right side, there's another article with a headline "Limelight" in a stylized font, followed by subheadings "Arts/Entertainment" on top and "Leisure" on the bottom. It mentions "The Patriot Ledger," "Fri., Nov. 3, 1978," and "Page 40—43," suggesting it is a part of a larger publication from that date.

In the top right corner of the newspaper, there's a handwritten note which is not fully legible due to the angle and overlap with the text beneath.

The contents of the articles, beyond their headlines and general topics, are not legible in this image due to the resolution and angle. The articles discuss various aspects of art and entertainment, with specific references to certain art pieces, artists, and the Fogg Art Museum's collection.

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This image shows a vintage newspaper clipping featuring an article titled “Harvard’s Fogg Art Museum: Collection is small, but… very select,” written by Deborah Fye for “The Patriot Ledger” on Friday, November 3, 1978. It includes a photograph of artwork titled "Head of a Wind God" by Agostino Carracci on the left side of the clipping.

The article discusses the Fogg Art Museum’s art collection, describing it as small but highly curated, and highlights the museum's selective approach to acquisitions and exhibitions. The text is densely written with mentions of various pieces of art and artists featured in the museum. On the top right of the clipping, the header "Limelight: Arts Leisure Entertainment Pages 40—43" is prominently displayed.

The clipping is affixed to a folder or backing, with edges showing slight yellowing from age.

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  • A vintage scrapbook page with a newspaper clipping pasted onto a cream-colored sheet.
  • The clipping is titled “Collection is small, but... very select” and seems to be from a Patriot Ledger Arts/Leisure section called Limelight.
  • It discusses Harvard’s Fogg Art Museum; there is a small image on the left of a drawing titled “Head of a Wind God, by Agostino Carracci.”
  • The article appears in multiple narrow columns, with the date and section info (Fri., Nov. 3, 1978) visible.
  • The page is slightly aged, with a clean black border around the scrapbook insert and a gray background surrounding the page.

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This image shows a newspaper article titled "Collection is small, but... very select." The article is about Harvard's Fogg Art Museum and is written by Deborah Pye for The Patriot Ledger, dated Friday, November 3, 1978, on page 40.

On the left side of the article, there is a black and white image titled "Head of a Wind God, by Agostino Carracci." The text describes the art collection at the Fogg Art Museum as small but very carefully selected, mentioning pieces like sketches, sculptures, and photographs from various periods and regions, including Persian, Indian, and 19th-century American art. It also discusses the qualities and details of specific works on display.

The article appears on a light yellow newspaper page affixed to a larger sheet of paper or within a scrapbook. The overall presentation suggests it is part of a curated collection of press clippings or archival materials related to art exhibitions.