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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, May 1973-March 1978

ARCH.2003.39, Rendition: 806608

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The image appears to be a page from a historical document or a news剪报 (剪报 is a Chinese term for documents or articles clipped from newspapers or magazines and used for reference or study). It contains two main elements:

  1. Article:

    • The article is titled "Five arrested in Fogg theft, nearly half of coins recovered."
    • It discusses the arrest of five individuals in connection with the theft of ancient Greek and Roman coins from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.
    • The article mentions that approximately half of the stolen collection, valued at nearly $2 million, was recovered in a wooded area near Lincoln, R.I., by Federal Bureau of Investigation agents.
    • It also lists the names and locations of the arrested individuals and provides details about the investigation conducted by the FBI, Cambridge Police Department, and local police departments in Attleboro, Abington, and Cumberland, R.I.
    • The article concludes by noting that the five suspects will appear before a US Magistrate.
  2. Architectural Drawing:

    • The drawing is labeled "West Elevation, Sever Hall (1878-1880)".
    • It is an architectural rendering of Sever Hall, designed by H.H. Richardson and his office, as part of a series of drawings on view at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The drawing details the exterior design of the building, including its windows, roof, and other architectural features.

The paper itself is marked with the date "11/7/74" and has a handwritten note that likely indicates the source of the document. The overall appearance suggests that this document is from the 1970s.

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The image shows a beige-colored folder or document holder with two items attached to it. On the left side, there is a news article titled "Five arrested in Fogg theft, nearly half of coins recovered" dated 11/7/74 from the Cambridge Chronicle. The article discusses the arrest of five people in connection with the theft of ancient Greek and Roman coins from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. It mentions the recovery of approximately half of the stolen coins and provides details about the individuals arrested and the investigation.

On the right side, there is a black and white architectural drawing labeled "HARVARD GAZETTE 11/8/74." The drawing is of the west elevation of Sever Hall (1878-1880) and is one of 295 drawings on view at the Fogg through November 8 in "H. H. Richardson and His Office: Selected Drawings, A Centennial of His Move to Boston." The drawing shows the detailed facade of the building, including windows, a main entrance, and a roof with chimneys.

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The image consists of two newspaper clippings attached to a piece of brown paper. The clipping on the left is a news article titled "Five Arrested in Fogg Theft, Nearly Half of Coins Recovered." The article reports that five people were arrested in connection with the theft of ancient Greek and Roman coins from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. Approximately half of the collection, valued in its entirety according to University officials at $1 million, was recovered in a wooded area in Lincoln, R.I., by federal Bureau of Investigation agents Tuesday. The article provides details about the suspects and the recovered coins.

The clipping on the right is an architectural drawing from the Harvard Gazette, dated November 8, 1774. The drawing depicts the West Elevation of the Second Half (1878-1880) of the Fogg through November 8 in "H. H. Richardson and His Office: Selected Drawings, A Centennial of His Move to Boston." The drawing shows a detailed architectural plan of a building, including measurements and annotations. The text below the drawing provides context about the drawing's origin and significance.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping with the headline "Five Arrested in Fogg Theft, Nearly Half of Coins Recovered." The clipping includes a photo of a building and a diagram of the building's layout. The article reports that five people were arrested in connection with the theft of ancient Greek and Roman coins from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The article states that approximately half of the stolen coins have been recovered, and that the investigation is ongoing. The article also includes information about the suspects, their backgrounds, and the circumstances of their arrest.

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The image shows a mounted display featuring two distinct items:

  1. Newspaper Clipping: On the left side of the display, there is a newspaper clipping titled "Five arrested in Fogg theft, nearly half of coins recovered." The article is dated November 17, 1974, and is from the Harvard Gazette. It details the arrest of five individuals in connection with the theft of ancient Roman coins from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The article mentions that approximately half of the stolen coins, valued at nearly $2 million, were recovered. It also provides information about the individuals arrested, including Anthony Vaglica, Louis Mathis, David Riggin, and Gladys M. Doughty, as well as two unidentified persons. The article highlights the involvement of the FBI and the recovery efforts.

  2. Architectural Drawing: On the right side of the display, there is an architectural drawing labeled "West Elevation, Sever Hall (1875-1880)." This drawing is part of a collection of 295 drawings depicting views of the Fogg through November 8 and 9, titled "H. Richardson and His Office: Selected Drawings, A Centennial of His Move to Boston." The drawing shows a detailed elevation of Sever Hall, an iconic building designed by architect H. H. Richardson. The caption indicates that this drawing is among those created by Richardson's firm during the period when the Fogg Art Museum was established.

The display is mounted on a light brown card or matboard, and the items are positioned side by side, suggesting a thematic connection between the historical theft of art and the architectural significance of the Fogg Museum's surroundings. The overall presentation appears to be part of an exhibit or archival display, likely intended to illustrate the intersection of art, architecture, and historical events.

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The image presents a newspaper clipping and a drawing of a building, both mounted on a piece of cardboard.

  • The newspaper clipping is titled "Five arrested in Fogg theft, nearly half of coins recovered" and features a headline in bold font. The article reports on the arrest of five individuals in connection with the theft of ancient Greek and Roman coins from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The article provides details about the investigation, including the recovery of nearly half of the stolen coins and the involvement of the FBI.
  • The drawing depicts a building with a large arched entrance and multiple windows. The building appears to be a historical structure, possibly a museum or library, given the context of the newspaper clipping. The drawing is rendered in pencil and features a simple yet detailed design.
  • The cardboard background provides a neutral setting for the newspaper clipping and drawing, allowing the viewer to focus on the content of the article and the artwork.

In summary, the image showcases a newspaper clipping and a drawing of a building, both mounted on a piece of cardboard. The newspaper clipping reports on the arrest of five individuals in connection with the theft of ancient Greek and Roman coins from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, while the drawing depicts a historical building with a large arched entrance and multiple windows.

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The image features a newspaper clipping and a sketch of a building, both attached to a brown paper background. The clipping is titled "Five arrested in Fogg theft, nearly half of coins recovered" and reports on the arrest of five individuals in connection with the theft of ancient Greek and Roman coins from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The article states that approximately half of the collection, valued at nearly $2 million, was recovered in a wooded area near Lincoln, R.I., by Federal Bureau of Investigation Agents Tuesday.

To the right of the clipping is a sketch of a building labeled "HARVARD GAZETTE 11/8/74." The sketch appears to be a rendering of the Fogg Art Museum, which is mentioned in the article. The background of the image is a plain brown paper, suggesting that it may be a scrapbook or album page. Overall, the image provides a glimpse into a significant event in the history of the Fogg Art Museum and the efforts of law enforcement to recover stolen artifacts.

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The image presents a collage of two newspaper clippings on a brown paper background, with a gray border surrounding it.

  • The left clipping is a news article titled "Five arrested in Fogg theft, nearly half of coins recovered" and dated "Cambridge Chronicle 11/7/74".
    • The article reports on the arrest of five individuals in connection with the theft of ancient Greek coins from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.
    • The suspects were apprehended in their respective districts, and approximately half of the stolen coins, valued at nearly $1 million, were recovered.
    • The article lists the names and ages of the arrested individuals: Anthony Vaglica, Louis Matlika, David J. Douglass, Maria Megna, and Gladys M. Oughty.
    • Two other unidentified persons were still being sought in connection with the theft.
  • The right clipping is an illustration of a building, accompanied by the text "HARVARD GAZETTE 11/8/74".
    • The illustration depicts a large, multi-story building with a central arched entrance and numerous windows.
    • The accompanying text describes an exhibition of 295 drawings by H.H. Richardson and his office, featuring architectural renderings of Austin Hall.
    • The exhibition was on view at the Fogg through November 8.

In summary, the image showcases two newspaper clippings related to Harvard University, one reporting on a theft at the Fogg Art Museum and the other featuring an exhibition of architectural drawings.

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The image presents a collection of two items mounted on a brown cardboard background, which appears to be a bulletin board or display board.

On the left side of the board is a newspaper clipping with the headline "Five arrested in Fogg theft, nearly half of coins recovered." The article discusses the arrest of five individuals in connection with the theft of ancient Roman coins from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The clipping is dated 11/8/74 and features a handwritten note that reads "11/8/74" and "CS."

On the right side of the board is a black-and-white architectural drawing of a building, labeled "Harvard Gazette 11/8/74." The drawing depicts the front elevation of a large building with a symmetrical facade, featuring a central arched entrance and two wings on either side. The building has three stories, with multiple windows on each floor. A caption below the drawing provides additional information about the building, including its name, "Sever Hall," and the dates "1878-1880."

The cardboard background has two holes punched at the top, suggesting that it may have been previously displayed on a wall or in a binder. The overall appearance of the image suggests that it is a historical document or artifact related to the Fogg Art Museum and the theft of the Roman coins.

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The image shows a brown cardboard backing with two newspaper clippings attached to it.

  1. Left Clipping:

    • Headline: "Five arrested in Fogg theft, nearly half of coins recovered"
    • Content:
      • Five people were arrested in connection with the theft of ancient coins from the Fogg Art Museum on December 2.
      • Approximately half the value of the coins, estimated at nearly $1 million, was recovered.
      • The arrests were made in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and New York.
      • The arrested individuals include Anthony Vaglica, David J. Douglass, and others.
      • Two other unidentified suspects are still sought by the FBI.
      • Vaglica, a former employee of the Fogg, was arrested at his home in Rhode Island.
      • A detainer warrant for Vaglica was issued by Rhode Island state court.
      • Vaglica's court appearance is scheduled for January 10 in U.S. District Court in Providence.
  2. Right Clipping:

    • Headline: "HARVARD GAZETTE"
    • Date: 11/21/72
    • Content:
      • The article discusses an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum featuring 205 drawings by H.H. Richardson.
      • The exhibition includes architectural renderings, such as one of Austin Hall by Richardson's firm.
      • The drawings are part of Richardson's move to Boston and include works from various projects.
      • The exhibition is described as a "masterpiece of American art."
      • The curator of the exhibition, David Gordon Mitten, highlights the significance of the drawings.
      • The article also mentions the involvement of Daniel Steiner, general manager of the Fogg, in the exhibition.

The clippings are secured to the cardboard with clear tape. The cardboard has two holes punched at the top, possibly for hanging or filing purposes.