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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, May 1973-March 1978

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The image shows two newspaper clippings from The Boston Globe, dated Friday, September 27, 1974. The articles are about art exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, which is part of Harvard University.

  1. Left Article ("Fogg to show Radcliffe art"):

    • Title: "Fogg to show Radcliffe art"
    • Author: Alison Arnold
    • Content: The article discusses a new exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum featuring works from Radcliffe College's art collection. The exhibition, titled "Radcliffe: A Visual Autobiography," includes rare manuscripts, photographs, sculpture, and paintings. The event is part of Radcliffe's 95th anniversary celebrations and will be held from October 1 to November 1974. The exhibition includes works by notable artists such as Augustus Saint-Gaudens, John Singer Sargent, and others. The opening reception will be on October 1, with a dinner at $100 per couple, benefiting the Radcliffe Scholarship Fund.
  2. Right Article ("Manipulative developments sampled in Fogg show"):

    • Title: "Manipulative developments sampled in Fogg show"
    • Author: Dee Rossett (Guide Correspondent)
    • Content: This article reviews an exhibition titled "Photography Unlimited" at the Fogg Art Museum, showcasing manipulative developments in photography over the past few years. The exhibition features works by 40 photographers and highlights various techniques and materials, such as metal constructions, color Xerox, and more. The reviewer notes the innovative and experimental nature of the works, mentioning artists like William Larson, Keith Smith, and others. The exhibition is described as a departure from traditional photography, emphasizing the artistic and creative potential of the medium.

Both articles provide insights into the art exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, highlighting the diversity and innovation in the works displayed.

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The image shows the front page of an edition of "The Boston Globe" dated Friday, September 27, 1974. The page is divided into two articles.

Left Column

Headline: "Fogg to show Radcliffe art"
Byline: Alison Arnold
Content Preview:

  • The Fogg Art Museum is planning a special exhibition featuring art collected by Radcliffe College for its 75th anniversary.
  • The exhibition, titled "The Discreet Charm of the Bourgeoisie," will open on October 10, 1974, and will include rare manuscripts, antique silver, furniture, paintings, and more.
  • The exhibition will be open to the public from October 10 to November 15, with admission being free.
  • A symposium and various events are planned alongside the exhibition, including lectures and a performance by the Boston Symphony Orchestra.
  • Notable attendees and supporters mentioned include Mrs. John F. Kennedy, Mrs. Alan L.. Poindexter, and Mrs. William H. Donaldson.
  • The exhibition aims to showcase the historical significance and quality of the art collected by Radcliffe College.

Right Column

Headline: "Manipulative developments sampled in Fogg shadow"
Byline: Dec Rosell
Content Preview:

  • The article discusses the evolving field of photography and how it is moving from being purely representational to more manipulative and interpretive.
  • The Fogg Museum in Cambridge is presenting an exhibition titled "Photography Unlimited," which explores various techniques and styles in contemporary photography.
  • The exhibition includes works that range from straightforward images to those that use darkroom and photo-collage techniques to achieve unique effects.
  • Featured artists include William Larson, Linda Connor, and others who are experimenting with new photographic processes.
  • The article also highlights the work of Karen Truesdell, whose surrealistic prints are also on display.
  • The exhibition aims to challenge traditional notions of photography and showcase its potential as a dynamic and evolving art form.

The articles reflect the cultural and artistic events happening in Boston during that time, with a particular focus on the contributions of Radcliffe College and the evolving techniques in photography.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from The Boston Globe dated September 27, 1974. The clipping contains two articles, each occupying a separate page.

  1. Left Page: "Fogg to show Radcliffe art" by Alison Arnold

    • This article discusses an exhibition titled "The Discreet Eye," which will be held at Radcliffe College. The show includes rare manuscripts, antique silver and furniture, and other artworks from the Fogg Art Museum’s collection. The event will feature a symposium and opening night festivities on October 11-15. The exhibition aims to celebrate the works of distinguished artists like Agnes Martin, Jean Dubuffet, and others. There are also discussions on the significance of the items and their historical context.
  2. Right Page: "Manipulative developments sampled in Fogg shadow" by Deac Rosell

    • This article explores the concept of manipulative photography, highlighting the work of several artists. It mentions William Larson's photographic experiments and Linda Conner's innovative use of materials like metal, glass, and wood. The piece also touches on the history and evolution of photography, noting the influence of artists such as Robert Frank, John Heartfield, and others. It discusses the artistic and technical aspects of contemporary photography and how it diverges from traditional methods.

The articles collectively explore themes of artistic exhibitions, the evolution of photography, and the innovative techniques employed by contemporary artists.

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The image shows two newspaper clippings from The Boston Globe, dated September 27, 1974. Here is a detailed summary of each section:

  1. Left Section: "Fogg to show Radcliffe art" by Alison Arnold

    • The article discusses a new exhibition planned for the fall at Radcliffe College, titled "The Disappearing Eye," which will showcase art collected by Radcliffe's art society.
    • The exhibition includes rare manuscripts, antique silver, and furniture, among other items. The event is inspired by a desire to pay tribute to distinguished members of Radcliffe's society, including Agnes Morgan, Jean Sutherland Boggs, and others.
    • The show will run from October 11 to November 15, with a symposium and panel discussion on October 24.
    • The event will be held at the Boston Center for the Arts, with a triple celebration on October 8, featuring a dedication ceremony, a symposium, and a reception.
    • The exhibition will include rare manuscripts, antique silver, and furniture, and it will be open to the public from October 11 to November 15.
    • The cost of admission ranges from $3 to $15, with a portion of the proceeds going to the Boston Hospital.
  2. Right Section: "Still Photography: Manipulative developments sampled in Fogg shadow" by Deane Rosselli

    • This article discusses the exhibition "Photography Unlimited" at the Fogg Museum, showcasing various manipulative techniques in photography.
    • The exhibition includes works by William Larson, who is noted for his small, delicate prints, and Linda Connor, known for her use of unconventional materials like metal, fur, and glass.
    • The article highlights the innovative and experimental nature of contemporary photography, featuring artists such as David Plowden and Robert Adams, who use traditional and non-traditional methods to create unique images.
    • The Fogg Museum's collection of historical photographs is also mentioned, emphasizing the breadth and depth of the photography department's holdings.

Overall, the clippings provide an insight into the cultural and artistic activities happening at the time, particularly focusing on art exhibitions and innovative photographic techniques.

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The image shows two newspaper clippings from The Boston Globe, dated Friday, September 27, 1974. Both clippings pertain to an exhibition at the Fogg Museum at Harvard University.

Left Clipping: "Fogg to show Radcliffe art" by Alison Arnold

  • The article announces a new exhibition at the Fogg Museum titled "The Discerning Eye," curated by Agnes Mongan, director of the Fogg Museum.
  • The exhibition is a collaboration between the Fogg and the Radcliffe College Art Collection and will feature artworks from Radcliffe's collection, including pieces by artists such as Mary Cassatt, John Singer Sargent, and Winslow Homer.
  • The show includes rare manuscripts, antique silver, furniture, and textiles, and is inspired by the desire to pay tribute to the donors of these items, including Gertrude Stein and Helen Keller.
  • The exhibition runs from October 10 to November 15, 1974, and is accompanied by a symposium on October 11, with panel discussions and panelists such as Agnes Mongan, Jean Sutherland Boggs, and Thomas M. Messer.
  • The event is a triple celebration: the opening of the exhibition, the dedication of the new Art Center, and the 400th anniversary of the founding of the Harvard University Library.

Right Clipping: "Manipulative developments sampled in Fogg shadow" by Dean Rosell

  • This article discusses the broader theme of manipulative photography, which is a significant part of the exhibition.
  • It highlights the work of several photographers, including William Larson, who uses unconventional methods like sand and glass, and Linda Connor, who manipulates her photographs with a variety of tools.
  • The article mentions the historical context and the technical aspects of these photographic manipulations, providing examples from artists like John Heartfield and Lewis Hine.
  • It also notes the upcoming exhibition "Photography Unlimited," which showcases a wide range of photographic techniques and styles.
  • The article concludes by discussing the broader implications of manipulative photography in contemporary art, suggesting it reflects a shift in artistic vision and technology.

Both articles provide a glimpse into the cultural and artistic events of the time, focusing on the innovative and historical aspects of the exhibition.

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The image displays two articles from The Boston Globe, dated Friday, September 27, 1974.

Left Article:

Headline: "Fogg to show Radcliffe art"

Content Summary:

  • The Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University plans to exhibit a collection of artworks by Radcliffe alumnae and today's society.
  • The exhibition, titled "The Discerning Eye," will run from October 16 to November 24.
  • It is inspired by a desire to honor the contributions of women artists.
  • The show will feature various types of art, including oil paintings, watercolors, drawings, and sculpture, many of which have never been publicly displayed.
  • The exhibit will include works from the United States and Canada.
  • Notable contributors include Agnes Mongan, former director of the Fogg; Jean Sutherland Boggs, director of the National Gallery in Ottawa; and several others from different prestigious institutions.
  • The guest of honor at the opening night festivities will be Mrs. John F. Kennedy.
  • The event is coordinated in part by the Radcliffe Club of Boston and includes a private dinner aboard the schooner "Christian Radich" for significant donors.

Right Article:

Headline: "Manipulative developments sampled in Fogg shadow"

Content Summary:

  • This article, written by Rossell Greene, discusses a photography exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum.
  • The exhibit focuses on the theme of "Photography Unmanipulated vs. Manipulated."
  • It showcases photographic processes that range from straightforward, unaltered images to highly manipulated works.
  • William Larson’s work involves innovative techniques such as using a Xerox machine to create images.
  • Other photographers mentioned include Todd Walker, who uses dye transfers; Betty Hahn, who uses non-traditional methods; and Robert Heinecken, who experiments with montage and collage.
  • The exhibition explores the idea that photography can be used to create art beyond just realistic depictions, highlighting the creative potential of photographic manipulation.
  • The show also includes traditional silver prints for comparison, underscoring the variety of photographic techniques.

Both articles highlight significant cultural and artistic events at the Fogg Art Museum, showcasing both historical contributions by women artists and innovative developments in photography.

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The image displays newspaper clippings from "The Boston Globe" dated Friday, September 27, 1974. There are two distinct columns with separate articles, and the page is hole-punched on the left suggesting that it was stored in a binder or folder.

On the left side, an article titled "Fogg to show Radcliffe art" talks about an art exhibition at Fogg Art Museum showcasing works by women painters, the first of its kind to be sponsored by Radcliffe College. It includes details about the exhibition's opening, the types of artwork featured, and several artists mentioned specifically.

On the right side, another article titled "Manipulative developments sampled in Fogg shadow" focuses on advancements in photography and describes an exhibition exemplifying modern manipulative photographic processes, criticizing the lack of novelty in the approach.

Both articles contain text too small to read in detail here, but they present cultural and artistic commentary relevant to the time. The physical condition of the paper shows some discoloration and wear indicative of age.

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The image shows a scrapbook or a bulletin board page with two newspaper clippings attached. Both clippings are from The Boston Globe, dated Friday, September 27, 1974.

The left clipping features an article by Alison Arnold titled "Fogg to show Radcliffe art." It discusses a special exhibition of art collected by Radcliffe alumnae and a symposium on the arts and today’s society at Radcliffe College. The exhibition is called "The Discerning Eye" and is held at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge from October 10 to November 24. The article mentions featured speakers, the background of the show, and details about the event including notable guests and organizers.

The right clipping is titled "Manipulative developments sampled in Fogg shadow" by Deac Rossell, Globe Correspondent. This article discusses the recent interest and explosion in manipulative photography. It describes various new photographic processes involving materials like metal, wood, and glass to create unique visual effects. The article highlights a Fogg Museum exhibition called "Photography Unlimited," which showcases these experimental photographic techniques and discusses the artists involved and the nature of the works displayed.

Both clippings are taped to a plain brown sheet with three punched holes on the left side, suggesting it may be part of a scrapbook or archival folder. The text on both clippings is somewhat faded and shows signs of age.

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This image is a clipping from the Boston Globe dated September 27, 1974. The clipping contains two articles. The first article, titled "Fogg to show Radcliffe art," discusses an exhibition of art collected by Radcliffe College students, which will be held at the Fogg Art Museum. The article mentions the exhibition's title, "The Discerning Eye," and the symposium that will accompany it, featuring speakers such as Agnes Mongan, a prominent art historian. The second article, titled "Manipulative developments sampled in Fogg shadow," discusses recent developments in photography, including the use of photo-offset printing, photo-etching, and photo-engraving. The article highlights the work of various photographers, such as William Larson, Linda Connor, and Martin Parr, and mentions the Fogg Museum's exhibition of contemporary photography.

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The image shows two pages from the September 27, 1974, edition of The Boston Globe. The pages are displayed side by side, with the left page labeled Page 58 and the right page labeled Page 42.

Left Page (Page 58):

  • Headline: "Fogg to show Radcliffe art"
  • Subheading: "A planned venture for the fall is a special exhibition of art collected by Radcliffe College."
  • Content: The article discusses an upcoming exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, featuring art collected by Radcliffe College. Key details include:
    • The exhibition, titled "The Discerning Eye," will open on October 24, 1974, and will be inspired by a desire to pay tribute to distinguished alumni and faculty members.
    • The exhibition will include rare manuscripts, sculpture, and painting, many of which have never been shown publicly.
    • Notable speakers and attendees include Gertrude Stein, Helen Keller, and other distinguished individuals.
    • The exhibition will feature works by artists such as Hugh Staudinger, Jean Sutherland Hughes, and others.
    • The exhibition will be held at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and will include a champagne reception for sponsors and guests.
    • The cost of maintaining the exhibition is estimated at approximately $100 per year, and the museum is seeking donations to support it.

Right Page (Page 42):

  • Headline: "Manipulative developments sampled in Fogg shadow"
  • Subheading: "By Deac Russell, Globe Correspondent"
  • Content: This article focuses on a contemporary art exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, highlighting innovative and experimental techniques in photography. Key points include:
    • The Fogg Art Museum is showcasing a variety of photographic manipulations, including techniques such as metalwork, glass, wood, and graphite.
    • The exhibition features works by photographers like William Larson, who creates small, strongly manipulated photographs.
    • The article discusses the evolution of photography as an art form, noting the transition from traditional silver prints to more experimental techniques.
    • It mentions the work of artists such as Lunda Comor, whose photographs are described as having a "pocket warm" quality, and others who explore the boundaries of traditional photography.
    • The exhibition includes a variety of techniques, such as photo-bronzing, processes that produce new and unconventional effects, and the exploration of the medium's potential beyond traditional silver prints.
    • The article also references the work of artists like Keith Smith and Ellen Land-Weber, who are noted for their innovative approaches to photography.

Overall Context:

Both pages reflect the cultural and artistic activities of the time, with a focus on exhibitions and innovations in the art world. The left page emphasizes a traditional and scholarly exhibition of Radcliffe College's art collection, while the right page highlights contemporary and experimental photography at the Fogg Art Museum. The layout and typography are consistent with the newspaper's design style from the mid-1970s.