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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, May 1973-March 1978

ARCH.2003.39, Rendition: 806594

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The image shows a clipping from a newspaper article titled "Radcliffe collectors reveal a true 'Discerning Eye'" published in the "Cambridge Chronicle" on Thursday, October 17, 1974. The article discusses an exhibition at the Fogg Museum titled "The Discerning Eye," which highlights the interest in art among Radcliffe Alumnae. The text mentions various art pieces, including a Rothko painting, a Greek fibula, and sculptures, and notes that the exhibition demonstrates a remarkably large and varied collection of works of art owned by Radcliffe Alumnae. The article also comments on the diverse sampling of paintings, sculptures, and decorative art, emphasizing the caliber of the collection. The clipping is attached to a cardboard piece with visible holes at the top.

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This image displays a printed newspaper clipping mounted on a piece of brown paper. The clipping is from the "Cambridge Chronicle" dated Thursday, October 17, 1974. The headline reads "Radcliffe collectors reveal a true 'Discerning Eye'." The article, written by Ann Philips, discusses an exhibition at the Fogg Museum that showcases the art collections of Radcliffe alumnae, highlighting their interest in art as collectors rather than practitioners. The article mentions various artworks and objects in the collection, including paintings, sculptures, and decorative art, and notes the diverse range of items and their historical significance. The clipping is centered on the brown paper, which has two holes punched at the top, suggesting it was part of a binder or folder. The background of the image is a plain gray surface.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping with the headline "Radcliffe collectors reveal a true 'Discerning Eye'" and the date "Thursday, Oct. 17, 1974." The clipping is attached to a piece of brown paper with holes on the top corners, suggesting it was once pinned to a bulletin board or wall. The text describes an exhibition at the Fogg Museum showcasing artworks collected by Radcliffe alumnae, highlighting their discerning eye and the value of their collections. The article mentions various artworks, including a landscape by Delacroix, a combination of stone heads by Derain, and a terra cotta bust of Albert Ernest Carrier-Belleuse. The clipping also notes the presence of two Rodin bronzes and a few watercolors, emphasizing the breadth and quality of the collection.

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The image appears to be a newspaper clipping or article. The article is titled "Radcliffe collectors reveal a true 'Discerning Eye'" and discusses the collection of art and objects at the Fogg Museum, which is part of Harvard University. The article highlights the collection of Ruth Almy, a Radcliffe alumna, who has donated her collection to the museum. The collection includes various objects such as sculptures, paintings, and decorative arts, showcasing the discerning eye of the collector. The article also mentions other notable collections at the Fogg Museum, such as the Severini Landscape and the terra cotta nude of Albert Ernst.

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The image shows a printed article titled "Radcliffe collectors reveal a true 'Discerning Eye'" from the Cambridge Chronicle, dated Thursday, Oct. 17, 1941. The article is written by Ann Philips and discusses an exhibition at the Fogg Museum, highlighting the Radcliffe Alumnae interest in art. The content focuses on the collection of art objects, including ancient artifacts, sculptures, paintings, and drawings, and emphasizes the personal and educational value of such collections. The article mentions notable artists and works, such as Giacometti, Rodin, and others, and describes the diversity and historical significance of the pieces on display. The layout is typical of a newspaper or magazine article, with a clean, typed format and structured paragraphs. The surrounding area of the image appears to be a brown cardboard or matboard, suggesting the article may be part of an archival or display setup.

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The image features a newspaper clipping from the Cambridge Chronicle, dated Thursday, October 11, 1973, with the headline "Radcliffe collectors reveal a true 'Discerning Eye'". The article discusses an exhibition at the Fogg Museum showcasing the diverse art collection of Radcliffe Alumnae. The clipping is placed on a brown paper background, which appears to be a scan of the original document.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Cambridge Chronicle, dated Thursday, October 12, 1972. The headline reads "Radcliffe collectors reveal a true 'Discerning Eye'".

  • The article is written by Ann Philips and discusses the art collection of Radcliffe alumni.
  • The collection includes works by famous artists such as Rembrandt, Rubens, and Van Dyck.
  • The article highlights the unique features of the collection, including its rarity and historical significance.
  • The article also mentions that the collection is being showcased at the Fogg Museum.
  • The overall tone of the article is informative and celebratory, highlighting the importance of the collection and its significance to the art world.

The image provides a glimpse into the world of art collecting and the importance of preserving cultural heritage.

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The image presents a newspaper clipping mounted on a piece of cardboard, set against a gray background.

  • The newspaper clipping is centered on the cardboard and features a headline that reads "Radcliffe collectors reveal a true 'Discerning Eye'".
    • The headline is written in large, italicized font.
    • The article is attributed to Ann Philips and was published in the Cambridge Chronicle on Thursday, October 11, 1973.
    • The article discusses an exhibition at the Fogg Museum, which showcases the art collection of Radcliffe Alumnae.
    • The article highlights the diversity of the collection, which includes works by artists such as Rembrandt, Picasso, and Giacometti.
    • The article also mentions that the exhibition is a testament to the "discerning eye" of the collectors.
  • The cardboard is a light brown color and has two holes punched at the top, suggesting that it was once attached to a display board or wall.
    • The cardboard is rectangular in shape and has a rough texture.
    • The edges of the cardboard are slightly worn and frayed.
  • The background of the image is a solid gray color.
    • The gray background provides a neutral backdrop for the newspaper clipping and cardboard.
    • The background is plain and unadorned, allowing the viewer to focus on the clipping and cardboard.

Overall, the image presents a well-preserved newspaper clipping from 1973, which provides insight into an art exhibition at the Fogg Museum. The clipping is carefully mounted on cardboard, suggesting that it was intended for display or preservation.

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The image presents a newspaper clipping from the Cambridge Chronicle, dated Thursday, October 17, 1974. The article is titled "Radcliffe collectors reveal a true 'Discerning Eye'" and features a review of an exhibition at the Fogg Museum.

Newspaper Clipping Details:

  • Title: Radcliffe collectors reveal a true 'Discerning Eye'
  • Date: Thursday, October 17, 1974
  • Publication: Cambridge Chronicle
  • Content: A review of an exhibition at the Fogg Museum

Visual Description:

  • The newspaper clipping is attached to a piece of cardboard with two holes punched at the top.
  • The cardboard has a light-brown color and is set against a gray background.
  • The clipping itself is white with black text, featuring the article title in large font at the top.
  • The article is written by Ann Philips and discusses the exhibition, which showcases a collection of art pieces donated by Radcliffe Alumnae.

Overall Impression:

  • The image appears to be a scanned or photographed version of the newspaper clipping, possibly for archival or historical purposes.
  • The use of cardboard and holes suggests that the clipping was previously displayed or stored in a binder or folder.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Cambridge Chronicle dated Thursday, October 15, 1970. The headline reads "Radcliffe collectors reveal a true 'Discerning Eye'." The article is written by Ann Phillips and discusses the exhibition "The Discerning Eye" at the Fogg Art Museum, which showcases artworks collected by Radcliffe College alumnae.

The article highlights that the exhibition features artworks collected by individuals for personal enjoyment rather than investment. The collectors include Ruth Washburn, Emily Vermeule, and others who have donated or lent their collections to the museum. The exhibition includes a diverse range of artworks, such as paintings, watercolors, drawings, and sculptures, spanning various periods and styles, from early Byzantine art to contemporary pieces.

The article notes that the exhibition reflects the personal tastes and interests of the collectors, showcasing a variety of art forms and styles. It mentions specific artworks, such as a large red and black Rothko painting and African sculptures, and discusses the collector's motivations and the significance of their collections. The exhibition aims to demonstrate the collector's eye and the personal enjoyment derived from collecting art.

The clipping is affixed to a piece of cardboard, likely for preservation or display purposes.