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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, February 1978-October 1982

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The image shows a page from a scrapbook or an archival collection, featuring two newspaper clippings. The clippings are from different dates and publications.

  1. Left Clipping:

    • Publication: The New York Times
    • Date: December 21, 1979
    • Author: Vivien Raynor
    • Title: "Expert on India gets Met post."
    • Content: The article discusses the appointment of Stuart Cary Welch Jr. as the new curator of Indian and Islamic art at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. It mentions his extensive background and expertise in Indian and Islamic art, including his work at Harvard University and his authorship of several books on the subject. The article highlights his contributions to the field and his plans for the Metropolitan Museum.
  2. Right Clipping:

    • Publication: Unspecified, but likely a local newspaper from Massachusetts.
    • Date: February 6, 1980
    • Title: "Museum Tour Is Scheduled."
    • Content: The article announces a museum tour to be conducted by Alice Vanderbilt Morris, a curatorial assistant at the Fitchburg Art Museum. The tour is scheduled for February 16, 1980, and will feature a selection of Japanese woodblock prints from the museum's collection. The article provides details about the tour, including the time, location, and the focus on the history and techniques of Japanese woodblock printing.

The clippings are affixed to a page in a scrapbook, indicating that they were preserved for their historical or personal significance.

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The image shows two pages of a newspaper, with the left page featuring an article from the New York Times dated December 21, 1979, and the right page featuring an article from the Fitchburg Sentinel & Enterprise dated February 6, 1980.

Left Page (New York Times, December 21, 1979)

Headline: Art People
Subhead: Expert on India gets Met post
Summary:

  • The article discusses the appointment of Stuart Cary Welch as an expert on Indian and Persian art at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
  • Welch, who was previously associated with Harvard University, is noted for his extensive knowledge and contributions to the study of Islamic art, particularly Indian miniature paintings.
  • The article mentions his work at the Fogg Museum of Art and his role as an advisor to the Asia House for an exhibition in 1976.
  • Welch is praised for his ability to identify and appreciate fine art, with a particular focus on the 16th-century painter Muhammad Zaman.
  • His upcoming book on the Raza Library collection in Rampur is mentioned, which is expected to be published by Harvard University Press.

Right Page (Fitchburg Sentinel & Enterprise, February 6, 1980)

Headline: Museum Tour Is Scheduled
Summary:

  • The article announces a tour to the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, organized by the Fitchburg Art Museum.
  • The tour is scheduled for March 23, 1980, and will include a visit to the Japanese print collection and the museum's new wing, which houses 19th- and 20th-century art.
  • The tour is open to members and non-members, with a preference given to members if the group size needs to be limited.
  • The cost for the tour is $5 for members and $7 for non-members, with reservations required by March 14.
  • The article concludes with a mention of the museum's hours and a contact number for more information.

Both articles are related to art and museum activities, with the former focusing on an individual's professional contributions and the latter on an organized public event.

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The image is a collage of two newspaper clippings from different dates.

Left Clipping:

  • New York Times, dated December 21, 1979.
  • The article, titled "Art People: Expert on India gets Met post," discusses Stuart Cary Welch, an art expert known for his work on Indian art.
  • Welch's recent appointment to the Metropolitan Museum of Art (Met) in New York is highlighted. He was selected to oversee the department of Islamic art and is noted for his extensive background and contributions in this field.
  • The article mentions his involvement in various exhibitions and publications, including his role in the organization of a show at the 1978 Asia House in London.
  • Welch's dedication to Islamic art and his work to promote understanding of Indian art history are also emphasized.

Right Clipping:

  • Fitchburg News from Fitchburg, Massachusetts, dated February 6, 1980.
  • The article is titled "Museum Tour."
  • It describes an upcoming tour at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, focusing on the curator's assistant, Anne Marangoni, and the exhibition "Views of Edo."
  • The article highlights Marangoni's role in organizing and explaining the tour, which includes various aspects of Edo-period art.
  • It mentions the exhibition’s focus on woodblock prints and the historical significance of the artworks, as well as Marangoni's personal interest in and knowledge of these cultural treasures.

The two clippings together provide insights into the professional and academic activities of art experts in the fields of Islamic and Edo-period art.

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The image shows two newspaper clippings from different publications:

  1. New York Times, December 21, 1979:

    • Article Title: "Art People"
    • Subtitle: "Expert on India gets Met post."
    • By: Vivien Raynor
    • Content: This article discusses Stuart Cary Welch, who has been appointed as a curator at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. Welch is an expert on Indian art and has previously worked at the British Museum in London and the Fogg Museum of Art in Cambridge. His expertise includes South Asian and Hindu painting. The article mentions his involvement in various exhibitions and his contributions to the field of Islamic and South Asian art. Welch's appointment is noted to be significant for his expertise in these areas.
  2. Fitchburg Sentinel & Leominster Bee, February 6, 1980:

    • Article Title: "Museum Tour is Scheduled"
    • Content: This article announces a museum tour, specifically the "Edo" tour, organized by the Fitchburg Art Museum. The tour is scheduled for February 22 and will include a visit to the Harvard University Art Museums. The tour aims to explore various aspects of Japanese art and culture. The article mentions that the tour will be led by curator Ann Marston, and it will include a tour of the "Views of Edo" exhibit at the Harvard University Art Museums, followed by a visit to the Fitchburg Art Museum.

The clippings together provide information on the cultural and art world, highlighting significant appointments and educational tours related to art history and curation.

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The image shows two newspaper clippings from different dates and publications, both related to art and museum exhibitions.

  1. New York Times, December 21, 1979

    • Headline: "Art People: Expert on India gets Met post"
    • Article: The article discusses Stuart Cary Welch, an expert on Indian and Himalayan art, who was appointed as the curator of the Indian and Himalayan art at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. Welch's background includes his work at the Freer Gallery of Art and the Department of Islamic Art at the Metropolitan Museum. He is known for his extensive knowledge of Indian art, having authored several books and catalogues, and his contributions to the field have been significant.
  2. Fitchburg Sentinel & Eagle, February 6, 1980

    • Headline: "Museum Tour is Scheduled"
    • Article: This article covers a planned tour of the Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts, led by an assistant curator, Anne Marziano. The tour is scheduled for February 27 and will focus on Japanese art from the Edo period (1603-1868). The article mentions that Marziano is a recognized expert in Japanese art, having curated exhibitions and written about the subject. The tour aims to provide a deeper understanding of the museum's collection, with a particular emphasis on the works of artists such as Katsushika Hokusai and Kitagawa Utamaro.

Both articles highlight significant figures in the art world and their contributions to the understanding and appreciation of specific art forms and historical periods.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper, specifically the "Life Styles" section of the New York Times, dated Friday, October 2, and postmarked December 1, 1979.

The main article on the left side is titled "Art People" and features an individual named Vivian Raynor. The headline of the article is "Expert on India gets Met post." It discusses the appointment of Stuart Cary Welch, an expert on Indian and Islamic art, to a significant position at the Metropolitan Museum of Art (the Met) in New York.

Key points from the article include:

  • Stuart Cary Welch, known for his extensive knowledge and expertise in Indian and Hindu painting, has been appointed to a new role at the Met.
  • Welch has been working with the Fogg Museum at Harvard and has curated important exhibitions, including a notable one at Asia House Gallery.
  • He has authored several publications and is noted for his significant contributions to the study of Indian art.
  • Welch's work in the "Rogues, Heroes & Courtier Paintings" exhibition and his efforts to make the study of Indian art more accessible are highlighted.

The right side of the image contains part of another article titled "Museum Tour Is Scheduled," detailing a planned tour of various museums. The tour is organized by the Fitchburg-Leominster Art Association in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, and is set for February 6, 1980. The itinerary includes:

  • Visits to the Worcester Art Museum, the Fogg Museum, and the Museum of Modern Art.
  • The tour includes transportation, lunch, and a guided tour.
  • Specific artworks and exhibitions at these museums, such as Japanese art and photographic displays, are mentioned.
  • The cost and schedule details for the tour are outlined, including departure and return times.

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This image shows a page from a scrapbook or a collection of newspaper clippings. In the upper left corner, there is a partial New York Times article dated December 21, 1979, with the headline "Art People" followed by two subheadings, "Vivien Raynor" and "Expert on India gets Met post." The article begins but is cut off at the bottom, suggesting the continuation on another page. To the right, there is another article or advertisement with the heading "Museum Tour Is Scheduled" from the newspaper "Fitchburg Sentinel" dating February 6, 1980. It announces a tour of the Fitchburg Art Museum themed "Curator's Choice" to be held on a specified date, and notes that "Mrs. Susan Montagna Gallery Coffee will be served at 8K."

The visible text in the New York Times article touches upon discussions of art and the involvement of a person described as embracing Indian art and the cultural context. The Fitchburg Sentinel piece seems to be promoting a cultural event at a museum.

The pages are mounted on beige paper, and you can see the wear and tear on the clippings and the page itself, with some discolored tape and tears along the edges. This suggests that the documents are archival or have been kept for historical or personal significance.

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The image shows two clipped newspaper articles mounted on a page in a scrapbook or album. The left article is from the New York Times dated December 21, 1979, titled "Art People" by Vivien Raynor. The subtitle reads "Expert on India gets Met post." The article discusses Stuart Cary Welch, an expert on Mughal and Hindu painting, and his contributions, as well as his appointment at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. It also mentions various art exhibitions and other art figures. The right article, dated February 6, 1980, is from the Fitchburg-Sentinel & Enterprise. Its headline reads, "Museum Tour Is Scheduled." The article talks about Anne Nishimura Morse, a curatorial assistant at the Oriental Department of the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, who will give a museum tour about a current exhibition featuring 18th and 19th-century woodcut prints on loan from the Fogg Museum and the Fitchburg Music Store Inc. The exhibition also highlights Japanese life in early Tokyo. The articles are mounted on a blank cream-colored page, and some old folded newspaper pieces are peeking out from the top edge behind the page.

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The image shows a book that is open to a page with two articles. The first article is titled "Art People" and is dated December 21, 1979. It discusses the appointment of Terrie S. Rouse as the curator of the art collection at the Harlem State Office Building. The second article is titled "Museum Tour Is Scheduled" and is dated February 6, 1980. It provides information about an upcoming museum tour at the Fitchburg Museum, which will feature an exhibition of prints from the 17th and 18th centuries. The book appears to be a collection of newspaper clippings or articles, and the pages are yellowed and have a worn appearance.

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The image depicts an open page from a newspaper or magazine, specifically from the New York Times, dated December 21, 1979. The page is titled "Art People" and features an article about Stuart Cary Welch, an expert on Indian art who has been appointed to a new position. The article is authored by Vivien Raynor.

Key Details from the Image:

  1. Headline and Subheading:

    • The main headline reads: "Expert on India gets Met post."
    • The subheading introduces Stuart Cary Welch as the subject of the article.
  2. Content Overview:

    • The article discusses Welch's appointment as a curator at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.
    • Welch is described as a renowned expert in Indian art, with a focus on Mughal and Hindu painting.
    • The article highlights his contributions, including his role in organizing exhibitions, such as the American Federation of Arts' 1978 show at the British Museum in London.
    • Welch is noted for his extensive knowledge of Indian art, particularly his expertise in the Mughal period and his work with the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.
  3. Visual Layout:

    • The page is formatted in a typical newspaper style, with a clear headline, subheading, and body text.
    • The left column contains the main article, while the right column features a smaller article titled "Museum Tour Is Scheduled" about an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, MA.
    • The top of the page includes the newspaper's header: "LIFE FUEL CO. FRIDAY, OCTOBER...", though the date appears to be inconsistent with the article's publication date (December 21, 1979). This may indicate a misprint or a reused header.
  4. Additional Information:

    • The article mentions Welch's upcoming book, "The Art and Architecture of India," which is set to be published by Harvard University Press.
    • It also references Welch's collaboration with Richard Ettinghausen, another expert in Islamic art, and his work with the Arthur M. Sackler Gallery in Washington, D.C.
    • The article touches on Welch's approach to art curation, emphasizing his focus on the "View of Iran" and his efforts to bring attention to the Islamic world's artistic contributions.
  5. Design Elements:

    • The text is printed in a clean, serif font typical of newspapers from the late 1970s.
    • There are no visible images or photographs accompanying the article, suggesting it is a text-only feature.
    • The page shows signs of wear, with creases and slight discoloration, indicating it may be from an archived or vintage copy.

Summary:

The image shows a newspaper page from the New York Times dated December 21, 1979, featuring an article titled "Art People" that profiles Stuart Cary Welch, an expert in Indian art who has been appointed to a curatorial position at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The article highlights his expertise, contributions to the field, and upcoming publications, while the right column includes a separate piece about a museum tour scheduled at the Fogg Art Museum. The layout and design reflect the journalistic style of the era.