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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, May 1973-March 1978

ARCH.2003.39, Rendition: 806612

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This image displays two clippings from newspapers, mounted on a piece of aged, light-brown paper or cardstock which appears to be part of a scrapbook or archival collection. The mounting paper has two punched holes on its left edge.

The clippings are from different publications and date from the 1970s, focusing on art and crime news.


Top Clipping:

  • Source: The Boston Globe, Tuesday, November 12, 1974, page 19.
  • Headline: “2 of 3 coin theft suspects released without charge”
  • Content: This article reports on the arrest and subsequent release of suspects in a theft of rare coins from Harvard University’s Fogg Museum. It details the arrests, the charges, and the release of two suspects due to lack of evidence, while the third suspect, Alan I. Kirchick, awaits a bail hearing.

Bottom Clipping:

  • Source: The New York Times (indicated by “N.Y. Times” and Hebrew script “הניו יורק טייםס”).
  • Headline: “Superb Display on Richardson Buildings”
  • Byline: Paul Goldberger
  • Content: This is an art and architectural review of an exhibition at Harvard University’s Fogg Art Museum about the works of architect Henry Hobson Richardson. It praises the show as “superb” and “noteworthy,” highlighting the quality of the drawings, photographs, and architectural models on display.
  • Illustrations: The clipping includes two black-and-white images:
    1. A portrait of Henry Hobson Richardson in a painting by Sir Hubert von Herkomer, dated 1886.
    2. A drawing by Richardson of the west front of Albany City Hall.

The juxtaposition of the two articles — one about a crime at the Fogg Museum and another about a prestigious exhibition there — suggests a deliberate curation, perhaps to document the museum’s history or a specific period. The overall presentation is that of a historical document preserved for record.

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The image shows two newspaper clippings placed on a light brown paper.

The top clipping is from The Boston Globe dated Tuesday, November 12, 1974. It reports on a coin theft case in connection with the theft of rare coins from Harvard's Fogg Museum. It mentions that two of the three men arrested in Montreal were released without charges because of lack of evidence, and that the third man, Alan I. Kirchick, will appear for a bail hearing on charges of smuggling. The article also discusses other details related to the coin theft case, including the recovery of some of the coins and the involvement of law enforcement agencies.

The bottom clipping is from The New York Times dated November 21, 1974. It features an article titled "Superb Display on Richardson Buildings" by Paul Goldberger. The article discusses an exhibition at Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum that commemorates the centennial of the architectural firm of Henry Hobson Richardson. The article includes a photograph of Henry Hobson Richardson in a painting done by Sir Hubert von Herkomer in 1886 and a drawing by Richardson of the west front of Albany City Hall. The article provides information about the exhibition, including its context and significance, as well as details about Richardson's architectural work and legacy.

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This image shows a collection of newspaper clippings, likely stored in a scrapbook or archive folder. The clippings are taped or glued onto a beige folder with three holes on the left side, suggesting it is part of a binder or notebook.

Top Clipping:

  • Source: The Boston Globe, dated Tuesday, November 12, 1974.
  • Headline: "2 of 3 coin theft suspects released without charge."
  • Content: The article discusses the release of two suspects involved in the theft of rare coins from Harvard's Fogg Museum. The suspects were released without charges due to a lack of evidence. The article mentions the remaining suspect, Alan I. Kirchick, who is being held in custody pending a bail hearing for smuggling charges.

Bottom Clipping:

  • Source: The New York Times, dated November 21, 1974.
  • Headline: "Superb Display on Richardson Buildings."
  • Content: The article by Paul Goldberger discusses an exhibition at Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum commemorating the centennial of Henry Hobson Richardson's move from New York to Boston. The exhibition showcases drawings and sketches of Richardson's architectural work, highlighting his influence on American architecture in the 19th century.
  • Images: The clipping includes a painting of Henry Hobson Richardson by Sir Hubert von Herkomer, dated 1886, and a drawing by Richardson of the west front of Albany City Hall.

The clippings are neatly arranged on the folder, with the top clipping being from a different newspaper and date than the bottom one. The content of the clippings is related to cultural and historical events in the Boston area.

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The image shows two newspaper clippings attached to a piece of paper. The top clipping is from the Boston Globe, dated November 12, 1974. It is about a coin theft case where two of the three suspects were released without charge due to insufficient evidence. The bottom clipping is from the New York Times, dated November 21, 1974. It is about an exhibition of the works of Henry Hobson Richardson, an architect known for his distinctive style and the use of Romanesque forms in his buildings. The clipping includes a drawing of one of Richardson's buildings and a photograph of the architect.

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The image is a scanned copy of a newspaper page with multiple articles and images. The top section features a headline titled "2 of 3 coin theft suspects released without charge." The article discusses the release of two out of three suspects involved in a coin theft case. The suspects were arrested in Montreal and released due to lack of evidence. The article also mentions another suspect who is still being sought by the FBI.

The middle section of the image contains a photograph of a man named Henry Hobson Richardson, who is seated and holding a book. The photograph is accompanied by a caption that reads "Superb Display on Richardson Buildings." The caption highlights a recent exhibition showcasing Richardson's architectural drawings and sketches.

The bottom section of the image includes a drawing of a building, specifically the west front of the Albany City Hall, created by Richardson. The drawing is accompanied by a caption that describes the architectural significance of Richardson's work and his influence on the architectural styles of his time.

Overall, the image presents a mix of news articles and historical content, showcasing the work and legacy of Henry Hobson Richardson, a prominent architect from the 19th century. The articles provide insights into a recent coin theft case and highlight the importance of Richardson's contributions to architecture.

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The image shows two newspaper clippings mounted on a brown, textured background, likely part of an archival or exhibit display.

Top Clipping:

  • Headline: "2 of 3 coin theft suspects released without charge"
  • Source: The Boston Globe, dated Tuesday, November 12, 1974.
  • Content: The article discusses the release of two suspects involved in a coin theft case in Montreal. It details the arrest of three men, including Donald Marshall and Thomas Male, who were accused of stealing rare coins from Harvard's Fogg Museum. The third suspect, Lawrence Kirchick, was held pending a hearing before a Canadian magistrate. The article also mentions the recovery of stolen coins and the involvement of the FBI.

Bottom Clipping:

  • Headline: "Superb Display on Richardson Buildings"
  • Source: N.Y. Times, dated November 21, 1974.
  • Content: This article reviews an exhibition dedicated to the works of architect Henry Hobson Richardson, held at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts. It highlights Richardson's significance in American architecture, particularly his influence on the Romanesque Revival style. The article includes:
    • A photograph of Henry Hobson Richardson, painted by Hubert von Herkomer in 1886.
    • A drawing of the west front of Albany City Hall, designed by Richardson.
    • Discussion of Richardson's architectural legacy, including notable buildings such as the Trinity Church in Boston, the Chicago Tribune Tower, and the Albany City Hall.
    • Commentary on the exhibition's curation, emphasizing the importance of showcasing Richardson's work and the value of the displayed drawings and archives.

Overall Context:

The image appears to be part of a curated display, possibly in a museum or archival setting, showcasing historical newspaper articles. The top clipping focuses on a criminal case involving rare coin theft, while the bottom clipping celebrates an architectural exhibition dedicated to Henry Hobson Richardson. The juxtaposition of these two articles suggests a thematic or chronological arrangement, possibly to illustrate diverse aspects of cultural and historical events from November 1974.

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This is an image of a scrapbook or archival page with two clipped newspaper articles pasted on it. The articles appear to be from different newspapers and have distinct content.

  1. Top Article:

    • Printed in "The Boston Globe" on Tuesday, November 12, 1974.
    • Titled "2 of 3 coin theft suspects released without charge."
    • It reports the release of two suspects, connected to a coin theft from Harvard’s Fogg Museum, due to insufficient evidence. The incident included valuable historic coins. Specific individuals and incidents are mentioned, likely with updates about ongoing investigations.
  2. Bottom Article:

    • Titled "Superb Display on Richardson Buildings."
    • It appears to be authored by Paul Goldberger from "NY Times," dated 11/21/74.
    • Discusses an exhibition at Harvard University focusing on the work of architect Henry Hobson Richardson, known for his unique architectural style and significant buildings across America. The article includes a copy of a portrait of Richardson, painted by Sir Hubert von Herkomer in 1886, and a drawing of Albany City Hall designed by Richardson.

Both articles are pasted on a tan or light brown archival page, with visible hole punches possibly for storage in a binder.

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The image displays a snippet of an old newspaper or article mounted on a yellowish-brown paper or folder. The newspaper, The Boston Globe, dated Tuesday, November 18, 1975, features two articles. The article on top carries the headline "2 of 3 coin theft suspects released without charge" and continues with the text related to the story.

Below the first article is a larger section with the headline "Superb Display on Richardson Buildings." This article includes a black and white photo of a building interior with arches, vaulted ceilings, and decorated walls captured from what seems to be a balcony or mezzanine. The text of this article appears to discuss architectural subjects, perhaps a display or exhibition related to the works of the architect Henry Hobson Richardson. There's a reference to a painting done by Sir Hubert Von Herkomer in 1886, indicating the historical context or subject matter of the article.

Additionally, at the bottom right corner of the image, there's a thumbnail image of an architectural drawing of a building facade with a caption that reads, "Drawing by Richardson of west front of Albany City Hall." This suggests that the article is particularly focused on the works of Richardson, an influential American architect whose style may have been on display or under discussion in the context that the article is referring to.

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The image shows a scrapbook page with two newspaper clippings attached to it.

  1. The upper clipping is from The Boston Globe, dated Tuesday, November 12, 1974. The headline reads "2 of 3 coin theft suspects released without charge." The article reports on three men arrested in Montreal in connection with the theft of rare coins from Harvard's Fogg Museum. Two of the men were released without charges due to lack of evidence, while the third man, Alan L. Kirchick, is awaiting a bail hearing. The article also mentions other suspects and some background on the case, involving FBI agents and stolen coins reportedly recovered in Lincoln, Rhode Island.

  2. The lower clipping is an article from the New York Times dated November 21, 1974, titled "Superb Display on Richardson Buildings" by Paul Goldberger. It discusses a comprehensive exhibition on the architectural works of Henry Hobson Richardson, highlighting his influence on American architecture and noting specific buildings, including the New York Court of Appeals and Albany City Hall. The article includes a photograph of Henry Hobson Richardson in a painting by Sir Hubert von Herkomer from 1886 and a drawing of Richardson's design for the west front of Albany City Hall.

The scrapbook page is brown, and a small metal clip or stand is visible at the bottom holding it upright.

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