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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 a collection of newspaper clippings. The page contains two main articles from different newspapers, each with a distinct headline and content.

  1. Top Article:

    • Source: Boston Sunday Globe
    • Date: December 28, 1980
    • Headline: "Modernism, ended"
    • Content: The article discusses the state of modern art, specifically focusing on the idea that modernism may have ended. It mentions a retrospective exhibition of Pablo Picasso's work at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York and comments on the evolution of art styles. The article suggests that modernism, which began in the early 20th century, has run its course and that new artistic movements are emerging.
    • Image: There is a black-and-white photograph of Picasso's painting "The Pipes of Pan," which is described as an oil on canvas done in the summer of 1923.
  2. Bottom Article:

    • Source: New York Times
    • Date: April 16, 1981
    • Headline: "James Stirling Gets Pritzker Architecture Award"
    • Content: The article announces that British architect James Stirling has been awarded the Pritzker Architecture Prize, considered the highest honor in the field of architecture. It mentions that Stirling, known for his modernist designs, was selected for the award by a jury that included prominent architects and critics. The article also provides a brief background on Stirling's career and the significance of the Pritzker Prize.

The page appears to be part of a larger collection, possibly a scrapbook or archive, documenting significant events and figures in the arts and architecture from the early 1980s.

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The image displays an open newspaper, the Boston Sunday Globe, dated April 16, 1981. The newspaper is folded to show two main articles on the left and right pages.

On the left page, the headline reads "Modern is dead" by Robert Taylor. The article discusses the state of modern art, with the author's perspective that the movement has ended. There is a black-and-white image of a sculpture, titled "The Pipes of Pan" by Picasso, which is being discussed in the article. The image shows a muscular male figure playing pan flutes.

On the right page, the headline reads "James Stirling Gets Pritzker Architecture Award." The article, written by Paul Goldberger, announces that James Stirling, a 55-year-old British architect, has won the prestigious Pritzker Architecture Prize. The article includes a photograph of James Stirling. The text describes Stirling's reaction to winning the award and highlights some of his notable works and the significance of the prize.

The layout of the newspaper is typical, with articles accompanied by relevant images, headlines, and bylines, providing detailed information on the respective topics.

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The image shows two newspaper clippings from the Boston Sunday Globe, dated December 28, 1980, and April 16, 1981.

  1. December 28, 1980 Article - "Modernism is Dead?" by Robert Taylor Globe Staff:

    • The article discusses the perceived end of modernism in art.
    • It references the year 1980 as marking the end of modernism in art, citing the opening of the Guggenheim Museum in New York.
    • The piece highlights the shift in artistic sensibilities from the 1960s to the 1970s, noting the influence of artists like Picasso, Duchamp, and Matisse.
    • It mentions the curatorial emphasis on the classical and revivalist styles in contemporary art and the subsequent decline of modernism's avant-garde approach.
    • The text also includes an image of a sculpture by Picasso, titled "The Pipes of Pan."
  2. April 16, 1981 Article - "James Stirling Gets Pritzker Architecture Award" by Paul Goldberger:

    • This article announces that James Stirling, a 55-year-old British architect, has been awarded the Pritzker Architecture Prize.
    • The article describes Stirling's notable works, including the School of Engineering at Leicester University and the Cambridge University Library.
    • It mentions the significance of the award, which is given to architects for their lifetime achievement in the field of architecture.
    • Stirling's buildings are noted for their innovative designs, blending functionality with aesthetic beauty.

Both articles provide insights into significant cultural and artistic developments in the late 1970s and early 1980s.

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The image shows a newspaper page with two distinct articles clipped from different sections and dates.

  1. Top Article:

    • Title: "Modernism, Extended"
    • Subtitle: "Modern is Dead"
    • By: Robert Taylor, Globe Staff
    • Date: December 28, 1980
    • Publication: Boston Sunday Globe
    • Content: The article discusses the state of modern art, arguing that while 1980 might seem like an ending for modernism, the movement has been evolving since the 1970s. It mentions key artists like Picasso, Duchamp, and Warhol, and touches on the continued influence of modernism in contemporary art, including the work of artists like Philip Guston and Cy Twombly. The article also references exhibitions and retrospectives, such as those at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston.
  2. Bottom Article:

    • Title: "James Stirling Gets Pritzker Architecture Award"
    • By: Paul Goldberger
    • Date: April 16, 1981
    • Publication: New York Times
    • Content: This article announces that James Stirling, a 55-year-old British architect, has won the Pritzker Architecture Prize. The article provides a brief biography of Stirling, noting his significant contributions to modern architecture, including his work with Michael Wilford and his notable buildings like the Neue Staatsgalerie in Stuttgart. The Pritzker Prize, initiated in 1979 by the Hyatt Foundation, is considered one of the most prestigious awards in architecture.

The page also includes a photograph of an art piece, likely related to the discussion on modernism, and mentions specific artworks and exhibitions, such as "The Pipes of Pan" by Picasso and "Theodore Roethke retrospective." The page is from the Boston Sunday Globe, and the newspaper clippings are arranged with a focus on art and architecture news from the early 1980s.

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The image contains clippings from two different newspaper articles.

  1. Top Article (Boston Sunday Globe, December 28, 1980):

    • Headline: "Modernism, Modern is dead"
    • Author: Robert Taylor Globe Staff
    • Content:
      • The article discusses the perceived end of Modernism in visual arts, suggesting that 1980 might be a significant year, akin to 1907, the year of Picasso's revolutionary work "Demoiselles d'Avignon."
      • It reflects on the history of Modernism, its decline, and its current state, likening it to the Gothic Revival of the 19th century.
      • The article mentions various artists and their works, including Picasso, Duchamp, and others, to illustrate the shifts in artistic styles and movements.
      • It concludes that the era of Modernism is over, with new artistic expressions emerging.
  2. Bottom Article (New York Times, April 16, 1981):

    • Headline: "James Stirling Gets Pritzker Architecture Award"
    • Author: Paul Goldberger
    • Content:
      • This article announces that James Stirling, a British architect, has been awarded the Pritzker Architecture Prize.
      • Stirling is noted for his innovative and influential architectural designs, including buildings in the United States and Europe.
      • The article briefly mentions some of his notable works, such as the Neue Staatsgalerie in Stuttgart and the Clore Gallery at Tate Britain.
      • It also highlights Stirling's unique blend of classical and modern architectural elements.

The articles are placed next to each other in a newspaper clipping, with the top article discussing the arts and the bottom focusing on architecture.

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The image shows an open newspaper spread with several articles and headlines related to art and architecture.

  1. Main Headline (Left Page):

    • Headline: "Modernism, ended"
    • Subheading: "Modern is dead"
    • Author: Robert Taylor
    • Publication Date: December 2, 1990
    • Summary: The article discusses the perceived end of Modernism in the visual arts. It references an exhibition at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York, titled "High & Low: Modern Art and Popular Culture," which symbolizes the culmination of Modernism. The article explores how Modernism has influenced art and culture, suggesting that its era might have come to an end.
  2. Images (Center Spread):

    • The images depict a comparison between classical and modern art. Specifically, they show Picasso’s work:
      • The left image is a classical drawing of a man.
      • The right image is a sketch by Picasso, possibly referencing or parodying the classical style.
  3. Article (Right Page):

    • Headline: "The Pipes of Pan by Picasso"
    • Summary: This article describes Picasso's painting "The Pipes of Pan," created in the summer of 1923. It mentions an exhibition at the Museum of Fine Arts in Houston and discusses the painting's history and significance.
  4. New York Times Article (Bottom Left):

    • Headline: "James Stirling Gets Pritzker Architecture Award"
    • Publication Date: April 16, 1981
    • Author: Paul Goldberger
    • Summary: The article announces that James Stirling, a British architect, has won the Pritzker Architecture Prize, one of the most prestigious awards in architecture. The piece highlights Stirling's work and his impact on modern architecture, including notable buildings like the Neue Staatsgalerie in Stuttgart and the Clore Gallery at the Tate in London.

The overall theme of the newspaper spread is the evolution, critique, and recognition of modern art and architecture, reflecting on their histories and current states.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from "The New York Times," dated April 16, 1988. The headline of the article in the clipping is "James Stirling Gets Pritzker Architecture Award." The article by Paul Goldberger discusses the awarding of the prestigious Pritzker Prize to British architect James Stirling for his contributions to architecture. The text is in two columns and contains details about Stirling's career and his distinctive architectural style.

Below the article, there's a small piece that seems to be related to the main article, possibly a photo caption or a continuation of the text, but the specific content is not visible due to the resolution.

Above the main article, another small section of text is visible. It is unrelated to the article mentioned earlier and seems to be part of a different story or article. The content of this section is not fully legible due to the image resolution.

The newspaper pages appear to have yellowed with age, indicating that the physical newspaper has been preserved for some time since its original publication. The clipping seems to be part of a bound archival collection, as evidenced by the visible binding on the left edge of the image.

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The image is a page from a scrapbook featuring several newspaper clippings. The clippings include an article titled "Modernism is dead" from the Boston Sunday Globe dated December 28, 1980, written by Robert Taylor, discussing the evolution and perceived end of Modernism in art. Another prominent clipping from the New York Times, dated April 18, 1991, reports on James Stirling receiving the Pritzker Architecture Award, written by Paul Goldberger. Additionally, a reproduction of Picasso’s artwork "The Pipes of Pan" is displayed alongside the text. The scrapbook appears to be a collection focused on arts and architecture.

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This image shows a scrapbook or album page with several newspaper clippings attached. The clippings are mostly related to art and architecture:

  1. The largest clipping on the right has an image of a painting, described as "The Pipes of Pan" by Picasso, an oil on canvas done in the summer of 1923. The article next to the image discusses Modernism and its decline or transformation in the visual arts, referencing Picasso and other artists.

  2. A smaller clipping on the top left titled "Modern is dead" by Robert Taylor discusses the end of Modernism, mentioning art movements and the changing attitudes in the art world around 1980.

  3. At the bottom left, there is another clipping titled "James Stirling Gets Pritzker Architecture Award" by Paul Goldberger. This article announces that James Stirling, a 55-year-old British architect, has won the Pritzker Architecture Award, highlighting his career and achievements.

The page has visible date stamps from newspapers, including "DEC 28 1980," "APR 16 1981," and notes referencing the "BOSTON SUNDAY GLOBE." The overall theme of the page appears to focus on significant developments and recognitions in modern art and architecture from the late 20th century.

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The image shows an open book or magazine spread with two pages visible. The left page features an article titled "Modern is dead" by Robert Taylor, published in the Boston Sunday Globe on December 28, 1980. The article discusses the decline of Modernism in art, referencing the year 1980 as a symbolic end to the movement. It mentions artists like Picasso, Matisse, and others, and includes a black-and-white illustration of a painting titled "The Pipes of Pan by Picasso," described as an oil on canvas from the summer of 1980. The text discusses the evolution of art movements and the shifting attitudes toward Modernism.

The right page contains another article titled "James Stirling Gets Pritzker Architecture Award" by Paul Goldberger, published in the New York Times on April 16, 1981. This article reports on the awarding of the Pritzker Architecture Prize to James Stirling, a British architect, for his contributions to architecture. The text provides details about Stirling's career, his notable works, and the significance of the award. The layout includes a small black-and-white photograph of Stirling, though it is not prominently displayed in the visible portion of the page.

The overall design of the pages is typical of a news magazine or art journal, with clear headings, bylines, and structured text. The visible edges of the book suggest it is part of a bound collection, possibly an archive or a curated set of articles. The content reflects a focus on art and architecture, with a historical and critical perspective on Modernism and contemporary architectural achievements.