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The image shows a two-page spread from the "Boston Sunday Globe" dated May 31, 1981. The page is titled "A Stirling new addition to the Fogg Museum" and features two articles discussing the design and planning of a new wing for the Fogg Museum at Harvard, designed by British architect James Stirling.

The left page contains a longer article, while the right page has a shorter article with a small inset image of Stirling. Both articles provide insights into the project's architectural style, its relation to the existing Fogg Museum, and architectural trends of the time.

The left page article also includes a sketch of Harvard's Fogg Museum and a view of the proposed expansion. The text mentions the importance of the project, the architect's credentials, and the museum's expectations for the new wing.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from the "Boston Sunday Globe," dated May 31, 1981. The article is titled "A Stirling new addition to the Fogg Museum" and is written by Robert Campbell, Globe Correspondent. The article discusses the upcoming addition to the Fogg Museum at Harvard University, designed by the renowned British architect James Stirling.

The layout of the newspaper page includes:

1. A photograph of James Stirling in the top right corner with the caption "JAMES STIRLING 'A signed work'."

2. A large heading at the top of the page: "A Stirling new addition to the Fogg Museum."

3. The main body of the article, which is divided into two columns of text. The article discusses the design of the new addition, Stirling's architectural style, and the anticipated impact on the museum and its surroundings.

4. A smaller heading within the article: "A Stirling new addition to the Fogg," which introduces the main topic.

5. A black and white illustration of the Fogg Museum and a view of the planned expansion, located at the bottom of the page. The illustration is labeled "Harvard's Fogg Museum and a view of the planned expansion."

The article mentions that the new addition will be the most controversial new building in Cambridge since the arrival, 20 years ago, of Le Corbusier's Carpenter Center. It also notes that Stirling has won the prestigious Pritzker Prize and is working with traditional materials and echoes traditional forms in his design for the Fogg addition.

This image shows a scrapbook or portfolio open to two pages, displaying two newspaper articles from the Boston Sunday Globe, dated May 31, 1981. Both articles focus on the same subject: a new addition to the Fogg Museum (now part of the Harvard Art Museums) designed by architect James Stirling.

Article Details:

Both articles are titled “A Stirling new addition to the Fogg” and are published on Page A28. They appear to be slightly different versions or editions of the same core article, possibly appearing on different pages or sections of the newspaper (one is labeled “A28” at the top, while the other has a handwritten “Apo” or partial annotation at the top left).

Key Content of the Articles:

• Architect: James Stirling, a British architect and Pritzker Prize winner, is credited with the design.
• Design Critique: The article describes the new wing as unconventional and controversial — “not a bland brick structure” but a “clever conversation piece” that resembles a public housing project of the 1930s. It features alternating red-brick ribs, small randomly spaced windows, and a curved wall that “looks like a railroad train rounding the bend.”
• Interior: The interior is described as “packed as tight as a suitcase,” featuring dramatic space planning with double-height galleries, stairways, and skylights. The entrance would connect the new wing via a high bridge to the old building.
• Controversy & Style: The design is labeled “controversial.” The article notes Stirling’s “postmodern” style, referencing architectural “language,” “signage,” and historical motifs — such as allusions to Queen Anne front or Doric columns — while incorporating modern materials.
• Context: The Fogg Museum views the building as a “personal, signed work of art,” reflecting Stirling’s unique character rather than fitting into the architectural context of Cambridge or Harvard.
• Photograph: One article features a small, black-and-white headshot of James Stirling with the caption: “JAMES STIRLING ‘A signed work’”.
• Illustration: The lower article includes a small sketch captioned: “Harvard’s Fogg Museum and a view of the planned expansion.” This drawing shows the existing classical building next to the new modernist wing.

Handwritten Annotation:

In the lower right corner of the second article, beneath the sketch, someone has handwritten (in cursive) the newspaper and date:
“Boston Globe May 31, 1981”

Physical Appearance of the Book:

• The pages are yellowed with age, suggesting the newspaper clippings have been preserved for decades.
• The scrapbook has a dark, possibly leather or cloth-bound cover, visible along the left edge.
• The layout suggests someone (perhaps a collector, scholar, or enthusiast of architecture) deliberately preserved these articles as part of a larger collection.

Historical Context (Note):

James Stirling’s Fogg Museum extension (completed in 1984) was indeed one of his most celebrated and controversial works in the United States. It later became part of the Harvard Art Museums complex, which underwent a major renovation and expansion completed in 2014, integrating Stirling’s wing with new work by Renzo Piano.

Summary:

This image captures a historically significant architectural moment as chronicled in 1981 by the Boston Globe. It documents the public reaction and critical discourse surrounding James Stirling’s radical new wing for the Fogg Museum — celebrated as “art” by the museum but contentious in its departure from Harvard’s traditional architectural language. The preservation in a scrapbook highlights its lasting value to architecture and cultural history enthusiasts.

This image shows an open book with a double-page spread of an article from the Boston Globe, dated May 31, 1981. The article discusses the new addition to the Fogg Museum at Harvard University, designed by renowned architect James Stirling. The text is accompanied by a photograph of Stirling and a sketch of the proposed expansion. The article highlights Stirling's architectural philosophy, which emphasizes the importance of context and the integration of the building with its surroundings. The expansion is described as a bold and unconventional design that challenges traditional architectural norms.

The image shows an open magazine with a spread of two pages featuring an article about a new addition to the Fogg Museum. The article is titled "A Stirling new addition to the Fogg Museum." The magazine appears to be from the 1980s, given the style of the text and the design elements.

On the left page, there is a photograph of a man, presumably James Stirling, the architect of the new addition, along with a short biographical note about him. The text describes his architectural style as "austere, repetitive, red brick" and mentions his previous works, such as the Engineering Building at Leicester University.

The right page contains a detailed description of the new addition to the Fogg Museum, including its design, materials, and how it integrates with the existing building. The article highlights the use of red brick, glass, and other materials, as well as the architect's approach to creating a space that complements the existing structure while maintaining its own distinct identity.

There is also a smaller photograph of the Fogg Museum with the new addition, showing the contrast between the old and new sections of the building. The article emphasizes the importance of the new addition in enhancing the museum's functionality and aesthetic appeal.

Overall, the spread provides a comprehensive overview of the new addition to the Fogg Museum, highlighting the architect's vision and the impact of the new design on the museum's overall appearance and functionality.

The image depicts a page from a newspaper or magazine, specifically from the Boston Sunday Globe dated May 31, 1981. The page features an article titled "A Stirling new addition to the Fogg Museum" by Robert Campbell, the Globe Correspondent. The article discusses the architectural design of a new addition to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, designed by the renowned architect James Stirling.

Key Elements in the Image:

1. Headline and Subheading:

   • The main headline, "A Stirling new addition to the Fogg Museum," is prominently displayed at the top of the page.
   • A subheading, "Continued from Page A21," indicates that this is a continuation of a previous article.

2. Article Content:

   • The article provides an in-depth analysis of Stirling's design for the Fogg Museum's new addition. It highlights the innovative and controversial nature of the architecture, emphasizing Stirling's reputation as one of the world's most celebrated architects.
   • The text discusses various aspects of the design, including:
     • The use of a bland brick structure that resembles public housing.
     • The integration of small windows and spaced randomness in the design.
     • The clever positioning of the building as a "conversation piece" that interacts with the surrounding environment.
     • The inclusion of a high bridge to connect the new building with the existing museum.
     • The design's response to practical concerns, such as accommodating galleries, classrooms, and service areas.

3. Visual Elements:

   • On the right side of the page, there is a photograph of James Stirling, the architect, with a caption identifying him as "A star work" and noting that the museum opened in 1963.
   • Below the photograph, there is a smaller image showing a view of the Harvard Fogg Museum and a planned expansion. This image illustrates the proposed design, including the new addition and its integration with the existing structure.

4. Layout and Design:

   • The page is formatted in a typical newspaper style, with columns of text and accompanying images.
   • The article is written in a journalistic tone, providing both descriptive and analytical commentary on the architectural design.

5. Contextual Details:

   • The article references Stirling's previous work and his reputation in the architectural world.
   • It also touches on the museum's history, noting that the Fogg regards Stirling's building as a personal and significant work of art.
   • The text includes quotes and descriptions of the design's features, such as the entrance, the use of glass, and the overall aesthetic.

Summary:

The image shows a page from the Boston Sunday Globe featuring an article about James Stirling's architectural design for a new addition to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The article provides detailed insights into the design, its innovative features, and its significance in the architectural world. The page includes a photograph of Stirling and a visual representation of the proposed expansion, offering readers a comprehensive view of the project.

The image shows an open newspaper or magazine article page. The page contains an article with the title "A Stirling new addition to the Fogg Museum." Below the title, there is a subheading indicating that it's from page A31. The main body of the text is presented in a two-column format, typical of newspapers.

On the right half of the article, there's an illustration, which appears to be a sketch of a building with annotations describing different parts of it. The caption under the illustration reads, "Harvard's Fogg Museum and a view of the planned expansion."

The date "May 31, 1987" is handwritten at the bottom right corner of the article, suggesting this might be a clipping from the "Boston Globe" on that date, as indicated by the header at the top of the article on the left side ("BOSTON SUNDAY GLOBE - MAY 31, 1987").

The overall appearance of the page, with its aged paper, suggests this is an archival or historical document, possibly relating to the history of the Fogg Museum's architecture or expansion projects.

This image shows an open scrapbook or a large book with newspaper clippings pasted on a page. The main feature is a headline article titled "A Stirling new addition to the Fogg Museum" from the Boston Sunday Globe, dated May 31, 1981. The article discusses the architectural addition to the Fogg Museum at Harvard by the British architect James Stirling.

There are two separate clippings on the page:

1. The larger main article on the left side, which is a continuation from a previous page discussing the building's design, architecture, and reception.
2. A smaller column on the right side with the same headline, written by Robert Campbell, Globe Correspondent, accompanied by a sketch of Harvard's Fogg Museum and a planned expansion. The sketch is captioned "Harvard's Fogg Museum and a view of the planned expansion."

There is also a small photo of James Stirling in the top right corner with the caption "JAMES STIRLING 'A signed work'".

The clippings describe Stirling’s work on the Fogg Museum, his architectural style, the challenges of the project, and some critical reception. The text includes architectural terms and explains the significance of this new addition to the museum in Cambridge. The page number shown in the newspaper is A28.

This image shows a newspaper clipping, likely part of a scrapbook or archival collection, focusing on an article titled "A Stirling New Addition to the Fogg Museum." The piece is from the Boston Sunday Globe and dated May 31, 1981. The article discusses the architectural plans for an extension to the Harvard Fogg Museum, designed by British architect James Stirling.

The layout includes text columns and a small illustration depicting a rendering of the proposed expansion with surrounding buildings. There is a handwritten note beneath the image that reads "Boston Globe May 31, 1981." Part of Stirling's signature and a note about his design contributions appear in a cropped section of the clipping. A rectangular cut-out containing information is obstructed in the upper right corner, possibly for privacy.

• The image shows an open scrapbook or bound album page with yellowed newspaper clippings about an architectural addition to Harvard’s Fogg Museum.
• The dominant headline reads “A Stirling new addition to the Fogg Museum,” with dense text in multiple columns. The clipping appears to be from the Boston Globe (date visible: May 31, 1981).
• There are two main clippings on the page: one large article with a small portrait photo of a man (captioned text visible in the clipping) and an architectural drawing; and another clipping titled the same “A Stirling new addition to the Fogg” with a drawing of the planned expansion and a caption noting “Harvard’s Fogg Museum and a view of the planned expansion.”
• The page layout includes an inset drawing of the proposed building and a black binder edge on the left, giving the overall impression of a vintage archival collection.