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The image shows a scrapbook page containing several newspaper clippings related to Harvard University's consideration of selling art from the Fogg Art Museum to finance the construction of a new building. Here is a detailed summary of the clippings:

1. Fogg Warned on Selling Art (By Grace Glueck)

   • The article discusses the approval by Harvard's Fogg Art Museum to deaccession and sell artworks to raise funds for a new building. The decision was met with disapproval from the Association of Art Museum Directors, who warned that such actions could lead to the museum being censured.
   • The association emphasized that using funds from deaccessioned art for anything other than acquiring more art is unethical.
   • The article mentions that Harvard planned to sell 13 works from the Fogg Museum, expecting to raise around $3 million.

2. Harvard May Sell Art to Pay for Wing (By Fox Butterfield)

   • This article from The New York Times, dated January 21, 1982, reports that Harvard University decided to sell artworks from the Fogg Art Museum to help pay for a new wing.
   • The decision was controversial, with critics arguing that it set a dangerous precedent and could lead to the sale of more artworks in the future.
   • The article mentions that the university's financial situation and the need for additional space were driving factors behind the decision.

3. Fogg Considering Sale of Art to Help Finance New Building (By Michael W. Miller)

   • This article, dated January 15, 1982, reports that Harvard University was considering selling artworks from the Fogg Art Museum to finance a new building.
   • The university's director of public affairs, David M. Rosen, confirmed that the decision was being considered but had not yet been finalized.
   • The article mentions that the sale of artworks could raise between $2 million and $3 million, which would be used to cover construction costs.

4. Harvard Won't Expand Fogg

   • This article reports that Harvard University decided not to proceed with the expansion of the Fogg Art Museum due to financial constraints.
   • The decision was made after several years of fundraising efforts failed to raise the necessary funds.
   • The article mentions that the university had considered selling artworks to finance the expansion but ultimately decided against it.

Overall, the clippings highlight the controversy and financial considerations surrounding Harvard University's decision to sell artworks from the Fogg Art Museum to fund a new building. The articles reflect the ethical debates and financial challenges faced by the university during this period.

The image displays several newspaper articles from different dates, all related to the potential sale of art by the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University to finance a new wing.

1. Article 1 (Top Left) - "Fogg Warned on Selling Art" - By Grace Glueck, 30 Jan 1982, New York Times

   • The Harvard University Fogg Art Museum is considering selling some of its European paintings to help pay for a new wing. The Association of Art Museum Directors issued a report stating that deaccessioned works should be used to improve collections, not for general operating expenses. The Fogg's director, Seymour Slive, acknowledges receiving the report but emphasizes the need for funds to construct the new wing, designed by James Stirling.

2. Article 2 (Top Right) - "Harvard May Sell Art to Pay for Wing" - By Fox Butterfield, 21 Jan 1982, New York Times

   • Harvard is contemplating selling some of its European paintings to finance the construction of a new $7.8 million wing at the Fogg Museum. The decision has sparked debate, with some arguing that the sales should only be used to acquire new artworks, not for building expenses. The university is also considering a contingency fund to avoid similar issues in the future.

3. Article 3 (Bottom Left) - "Fogg Considering Sale of Art to Help Finance New Building" - By Michael W. Miller, 15 Jan 1982

   • Harvard officials confirm that the Fogg Art Museum may sell some of its lesser-known works to help fund the construction of a new building. The new structure, to be designed by James Stirling, will cost an estimated $7.8 million. The decision follows a significant increase in construction costs, with the new building initially projected to cost $3.5 million.

4. Article 4 (Bottom Right) - "Harvard Won’t Expand Fogg" - 5 Feb 1982

   • Due to the controversy, Harvard has decided not to expand the Fogg Art Museum. The university president, Derek Bok, announced that the planned $7.8 million extension would not proceed, as the funds were insufficient. The decision was influenced by the Association of Art Museum Directors, which discouraged the sale of deaccessioned works to pay for construction.

The articles collectively highlight the challenges faced by the Fogg Art Museum in securing funds for a new wing, the ethical debates surrounding the sale of artworks for this purpose, and the ultimate decision to cancel the expansion due to financial and ethical concerns.

The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from The New York Times dated January 1982, discussing the potential sale of artworks from Harvard’s Fogg Art Museum to fund its new building expansion.

1. Top Left Clipping (January 15, 1982)

   • Title: "Fogg Warned on Selling Art"
   • By Grace Glueck
   • The article discusses concerns raised by the Harvard Art Museum Association about the proposal to sell artworks to pay for the new wing. The association is worried that the sale would compromise the integrity of the museum’s collection and its mission.

2. Top Right Clipping (January 21, 1982)

   • Title: "Harvard May Sell Art to Pay for Wing"
   • By Fox Butterfield
   • This article reports on Harvard’s decision to potentially sell artworks to help finance the new building. It mentions that the museum might consider selling pieces from its collection to avoid deficits and cover operating costs.

3. Bottom Left Clipping (January 15, 1982)

   • Title: "Fogg Considering Sale of Art to Help Finance New Building"
   • By Michael W. Miller
   • This piece details the Harvard Corporation's decision to explore the sale of certain artworks to fund the new wing's construction. The museum is looking into limited sales of redundant pieces to raise funds.

4. Bottom Right Clipping (February 5, 1982)

   • Title: "Harvard Won't Expand Fogg"
   • By Seymour Silver
   • This article reports that Harvard has decided not to expand the Fogg Museum's wing due to financial constraints and the need to address the museum’s existing endowment. The decision was made to avoid incurring additional debt and to focus on managing current expenses.

The articles collectively cover the financial and ethical dilemmas Harvard faced when considering the sale of its art collection to fund a new wing, highlighting both the potential benefits and the significant ethical concerns surrounding such a move.

The image displays several newspaper clippings from The New York Times, dated between January 1982 and February 1982, discussing potential plans by Harvard University to sell art from its Fogg Art Museum to fund the construction of a new wing.

1. Top Left Clipping (January 30, 1982):

   • Title: "Fogg Warned on Selling Art"
   • Author: Grace Glueck
   • The article discusses a proposal by Harvard's Fogg Art Museum to sell art to pay for operating expenses and a new wing. The museum's director, Seymour Slive, and the Fogg's association members were questioned about this plan. Concerns were raised about the ethical implications of selling art to cover deficits and to fund new construction.

2. Top Right Clipping (January 21, 1982):

   • Title: "Harvard May Sell Art to Pay for Wing"
   • Author: Fox Butterfield
   • This article reveals that Harvard University is considering selling some artworks from its collection to help fund the construction of a new wing at the Fogg Museum. The university is exploring options to avoid incurring a deficit and to ensure the museum's continued operation. It mentions a decision made by the Harvard Corporation to authorize the sale of certain artworks to raise funds.

3. Middle Left Clipping (January 15, 1982):

   • Title: "Fogg Considering Sale of Art to Help Finance New Building"
   • Author: Michael W. Miller
   • The article discusses Harvard's consideration of selling artworks from the Fogg Museum to fund the new building project. It mentions that the museum's endowment cannot cover the entire cost and that the sale of artworks could be a way to supplement the funds.

4. Middle Right Clipping (February 1982):

   • Title: "Harvard Won’t Expand Fogg"
   • Author: Unnamed (presumably from The New York Times)
   • This article reports that Harvard University decided against expanding the Fogg Museum, citing financial constraints and the need to avoid incurring deficits. The decision was made after months of deliberation, and the university considered selling artworks as a possible solution but ultimately opted not to proceed with the expansion.

5. Bottom Right Clipping (February 5, 1982):

   • Title: "Remember the Neediest"
   • This clipping is a brief note, possibly related to a charity appeal, but it is not directly connected to the Fogg Museum story.

Overall, these clippings reflect the university's internal debates and decisions regarding the sale of artworks to fund the construction of a new wing at the Fogg Museum, highlighting the ethical and financial considerations involved.

The image shows several newspaper clippings from The New York Times, dated January 1982, discussing Harvard University's proposal to sell art from the Fogg Art Museum to fund the construction of a new wing.

1. Top Left Clipping (January 20, 1982):

   • Title: "Fogg Warned on Selling Art"
   • Author: Grace Glueck
   • Summary: The article discusses a proposal to use the proceeds from selling artworks to pay for the operating expenses of Harvard's Fogg Art Museum. The Association of Art Museum Directors warns that Harvard should not sell works to raise funds for construction or operations. Harvard is considering selling up to $1 million worth of art to help finance a new wing, but the museum's director, Seymour Slive, believes the art collection should not be used for this purpose.

2. Top Right Clipping (January 21, 1982):

   • Title: "Harvard May Sell Art to Pay for Wing"
   • Author: Fox Butterfield
   • Summary: The article reports that Harvard University is considering a plan to sell artworks from the Fogg Museum to fund the construction of a new wing. The university is exploring the possibility of selling a few pieces to raise money for the $7.8 million project. The Fogg Museum's collection is valued at around $100 million, and the decision-making process involves consulting with the museum's curators and other experts.

3. Middle Left Clipping (January 15, 1982):

   • Title: "Fogg Considering Sale of Art to Help Finance New Building"
   • Author: Michael W. Miller
   • Summary: This article states that Harvard University officials are considering selling artworks from the Fogg Art Museum to help finance the construction of a new building. The university is exploring the sale of some pieces, with a focus on redundant works, to raise funds. The project is estimated to cost $5.9 million, and the Fogg Museum's endowment is being considered as a potential source of funds.

4. Middle Right Clipping (February 1982):

   • Title: "Harvard Won't Expand Fogg"
   • Summary: The article reports that Harvard University has decided not to expand the Fogg Art Museum. The decision was made after careful consideration and consultation with museum officials, including the director, Seymour Slive. The university had considered selling artworks to raise funds but ultimately decided against the expansion.

5. Bottom Right Clipping (February 5, 1982):

   • Title: "Harvard Won't Expand Fogg"
   • Summary: This article confirms that Harvard will not proceed with the expansion of the Fogg Art Museum. The decision was made to cancel the construction of the new wing, which would have cost $7.8 million. The university decided that the funds were better used elsewhere and that selling artworks was not the best solution.

Overall, these clippings illustrate the deliberations and eventual decision by Harvard University regarding the potential sale of artworks from the Fogg Art Museum to fund a new wing, concluding that the expansion would not move forward.

The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from The New York Times dated January 21, 1982. The articles focus on discussions and decisions related to Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum.

1. Headline: "Fogg Warned on Selling Art"

   • Author: Grace Glueck
   • This article discusses a warning from the Association of Art Museum Directors to the Fogg Art Museum against selling artworks to finance a new wing. The association's president, Peter C. Sutton, emphasized that such sales would violate professional ethics and might lead to sanctions, including expulsion from the association. The article also mentions the potential consequences for the museum if it proceeds with the sale.

2. Headline: "Harvard May Sell Art to Pay for Wing"

   • Author: Fox Butterfield
   • This article reports on Harvard University's consideration of selling parts of its art collection, specifically a valuable group of works by artists like John Singleton Copley, to fund the construction of a new wing for the Fogg Museum. The plan is to sell around 10 percent of the museum's collection, valued at up to $20 million. The decision is driven by the need to address severe building deficiencies and the high cost of renovations.

3. Headline: "Fogg Considering Sale of Art to Help Finance New Building"

   • Author: Michael W. Miller
   • The article explains that Harvard University is considering selling artworks to raise funds for a new building for the Fogg Museum. The potential sale, which might include works by Renoir and Rembrandt, could raise about $13 million. The university has delayed the start of construction due to financial constraints and needs additional funds to improve the museum's facilities.

4. Headline: "Harvard Won't Expand Fogg"

   • This smaller article reports that Harvard has decided to cancel the construction of a new wing for the Fogg Museum. The decision was influenced by the high costs, the need to address existing deficiencies, and the potential controversy over selling artworks. The university will instead focus on renovating the current building.

Overall, these articles highlight the financial challenges faced by the Fogg Museum, the ethical and professional considerations around selling art, and the eventual decision to halt the expansion plans.

This image shows a scanned newspaper page with articles from 'The New York Times', dated Thursday, January 28, 1982. There are handwritten notes on the magazine indicating a date ("30 Jan 1982") and initials ("NYT") which likely suggest when and from which source the clippings were taken or read.

The article at the top of the page, titled "Harvard May Sell Art to Pay for Wing," by Fox Butterfield, discusses the potential sale of artwork by Harvard University as a means to raise money for a new wing of the Fogg Art Museum. This article appears to be the main focus of this particular page.

Below the main article, there is another smaller article titled "Fogg Considering Sale of Art To Help Finance New Building," by Michael W. Miller. This article also deals with the financial aspects of the Fogg Art Museum considering the sale of art as a funding strategy for new construction or expansions.

The articles discuss topics including art sale ethics, finance, and museum expansion plans, reflecting the challenges and considerations educational institutions may face regarding the management of their art collections.

The page itself shows signs of age with some discoloration, and there's also a clipped and pasted newspaper article at the center, overlapping the main articles. This suggests the person who maintained these clippings curated them for specific content and organization purposes, possibly for research or archival reasons.

The image shows a scrapbook page containing five newspaper clippings related to Harvard University's Fogg Museum and its financial challenges in the early 1980s. The clippings are from The New York Times and discuss topics such as Harvard considering selling art to finance a new building, warnings against selling art, and the possibility of building expansions at the Fogg Museum.

Key points from the clippings include:

1. Harvard may sell art to pay for a new wing at the Fogg Museum.
2. The university faced financial challenges in funding construction.
3. Officials warn that selling art might not be the best solution.
4. Discussions around financing methods such as using a contingency fund or donations.
5. The complexity and controversy of using valuable artwork as financial resources.

Dates noted on the clippings and the page indicate these discussions took place around January and February of 1982. The page is labeled as from "The New York Times," with a handwritten date "30 Jan 1982."

The image is a spread from a newspaper, specifically The New York Times, dated January 21, 1982. The spread features several articles about the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University and its financial challenges. The headlines include "Harvard May Sell Art to Pay for Wing," "Fogg Won't Expand Fogg," and "Fogg Considering Sale of Art to Help Finance New Building." The articles discuss the museum's plan to sell some of its less valuable art to cover operating costs and to finance a new wing. They also mention the museum's financial difficulties, including a $3 million contingency fund, and the potential sale of art works to raise funds. The articles are accompanied by various images, including photographs and illustrations related to the museum and its art collection.

The image shows an open newspaper, specifically The New York Times, dated Thursday, January 21, 1982. The newspaper is open to a page featuring several articles related to Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum. Here is a detailed description:

Layout and Content:

1. Header:

   • The top of the page displays the newspaper's name, The New York Times, along with the date and day of the week.

2. Articles:

   • The page contains multiple articles, each with its own headline and byline. The articles are centered around the Fogg Art Museum and its financial and operational challenges.

3. Headlines:

   • Top Article (Left Column):

     • Headline: "Fogg Warned on Selling Art"
     • Byline: By GRACE GLUECK
     • This article discusses concerns about the Fogg Art Museum potentially selling art to fund the construction of a new wing. It mentions a proposal by the Association of Art Museum Curators, which warns against the sale of artworks, emphasizing that such actions could undermine the museum's mission and ethical standards.

   • Middle Article (Center Column):

     • Headline: "Harvard May Sell Art to Pay for Wing"
     • Byline: By FOX BUTTERFIELD
     • This article reports on Harvard University's consideration of selling art from the Fogg Art Museum to finance the construction of a new wing. It details the financial implications, the potential sale of artworks, and the controversy surrounding the idea. The article also mentions that the university has formed a contingency fund and discusses the role of the Fogg's director, Seymour Slive.

   • Bottom Article (Right Column):

     • Headline: "Harvard Won't Expand Fogg"
     • Byline: By MICHAEL W. MILLER
     • This article states that Harvard University has decided not to expand the Fogg Art Museum. It explains that the decision was made after months of construction delays and financial concerns. The article notes that the museum's director, Seymour Slive, confirmed the decision and highlights the financial challenges faced by the university.

4. Visual Elements:

   • Handwritten Notes:
     • There are handwritten notes and markings on the page, including:
       • "30 Jan 1982" and "NYT" written in the top-left corner.
       • "Fogg Considering Sale of Art To Help Finance New Building" written vertically along the left margin.
       • "Fri. 5 Feb. 1982" and "NYT" written at the bottom-right corner.
     • These annotations suggest the page was used for reference or study, possibly by a researcher or journalist.

5. Textual Details:

   • The articles contain detailed discussions about:
     • The financial situation of the Fogg Art Museum.
     • The ethical and professional concerns surrounding the potential sale of artworks.
     • The decision-making process within Harvard University regarding the expansion of the museum.
     • Quotes from key individuals, such as Seymour Slive, the museum's director, and other stakeholders.

Overall Impression:

The image captures a historical moment in the operation of the Fogg Art Museum, highlighting the financial and ethical debates surrounding the potential sale of artworks to fund a new wing. The handwritten notes indicate that this page was likely used for research or analysis, providing context for the events discussed in the articles. The layout and content reflect the journalistic style of The New York Times from the early 1980s.