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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, May 1973-March 1978

ARCH.2003.39, Rendition: 806663

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This image displays a vintage newspaper clipping from the Sunday Herald Advertiser, dated 3 August 1975, laid flat against a neutral gray background. The clipping appears aged, with yellowed paper and visible fold lines, suggesting it was once part of a larger newspaper page.

The headline, in large, bold serif font, reads:

Young people and great artists

To the left of the headline, in a smaller serif font within a bordered box, is the sub-heading:

A big season at Fogg Museum

The article, written by Bob Garrett, is a review or preview of exhibitions at Harvard’s Fogg Art Museum in Boston. It begins by situating the piece as part of a “series of capsule tours of Boston museums” running throughout the summer.

Key topics covered in the article include:

  • The museum’s role as a “teaching museum,” with lecture halls and professors’ offices overlooking its Italian palace-style courtyard.
  • Its wealth of collections from donors like Watkins and Winthrop.
  • A popular lecture course for undergraduates called “Spots and Dots,” illustrating the museum’s engagement with young people.
  • The Maurice Wertheim Collection on permanent display this summer, featuring 19th and early 20th-century French art, including works by Monet, Renoir, Picasso, Cézanne, Gauguin, and Matisse.
  • Displays of Ancient Art, noting the “Kleophrades krater,” a significant Greek vase from 500 B.C.
  • Strengths in early Italian paintings, including works by Giotto.
  • A room devoted to modern painters such as Morris Louis, Rothko, Pollock, Motherwell, Kline, and de Kooning, described as “museum’s Salon masters.”

The article concludes with a note that “All of this, of course, is open to the public,” and ends with a continuation notice: “(Continued on Page A15, This Section)”

Handwritten in red ink at the top right corner of the clipping is the source and date:

SUNDAY HERALD ADVERTISER, 3 Aug. 1975

The clipping is a snapshot of 1970s art commentary, blending institutional history, educational initiatives, and art criticism, with a focus on accessibility for students and the public.

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The image is a photograph of a newspaper clipping from the "Sunday Herald Advertiser" dated 3 August 1975. The headline reads "Young people and great artists" and the subheading is "A big season at Fogg Museum." The article discusses the impact of the Fogg Art Museum in Boston on young people, highlighting the museum's collection and exhibits. The text mentions various artworks on display, including paintings by Monet, Renoir, Picasso, Cezanne, Gauguin, and Matisse, as well as the Wertheim collection and the Ancient Art across the second floor. The article also notes the presence of a teaching museum and a popular lecture course in modern art. The text is written in a classic newspaper style, with a formal tone and detailed descriptions of the artworks. The article is signed by Bob Garrett.

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This image is a clipping from a newspaper titled "Sunday Herald Advertiser," dated August 3, 1975. The article is titled "Young people and great artists" and discusses the Fogg Museum, located at Harvard University. The article is part of a series of capsule tours of Boston museums.

The article mentions that the Fogg Museum is a teaching museum and an art showplace. It highlights the impact of great art on young people, particularly the freshmen who take a popular lecture course in modern art. The newly initiated students often refer to the art as "Spots and Dots" at first, but their innocence fades fast as they learn more.

The Fogg Museum is described as exceptionally rich for a university and one of Boston's foremost museums. Wealthy alumni have contributed significantly to the museum's collection. The article mentions the Maurice Wertheim collection, which includes important 19th and early 20th Century French artists and is on permanent display.

The museum's collection includes works by Monet, Renoir, Picasso, Van Gogh, Cézanne, Gauguin, Matisse, and Delacroix. The Ancient Art collection is also mentioned, with a centerpiece being the Kleophrades krater, an Attic vase from around 500 B.C.

The article concludes by noting that the Fogg Museum is open to the public and that its collection is too rich in a way, with 90 percent of the permanent collection in storage due to lack of space. The article is continued on page A15 of the same section.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from the Sunday Herald Advertiser, dated August 3, 1975. The headline reads "Young people and great artists," and it is an article written by Bob Garrett about the Fogg Museum's summer exhibition.

The article describes the Fogg Museum as a place where young people can appreciate great art. It mentions that the museum is rich in Italian Renaissance paintings, including works by famous artists such as Van Gogh, Monet, Renoir, and Gauguin. The article also highlights the museum's collection of French Impressionist and Post-Impressionist paintings, as well as its extensive collection of ancient art, including Egyptian, Greek, and Roman artifacts.

The article emphasizes the museum's commitment to showcasing both classical and modern art, and it encourages young people to visit and explore the museum's diverse collection. The museum is described as a place where visitors can learn about the history of art and appreciate the beauty of different artistic styles.

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This image is of a newspaper clipping from the Sunday Herald Advertiser, dated August 3, 1975. The clipping features an article titled "Young people and great artists" by Bob Garrett. The article discusses the Fogg Museum's summer season and its appeal to young people, highlighting the museum's latest batch of admired works by modern artists. The article provides a brief overview of the museum's collection, mentioning the storage of 90% of the permanent collection due to space constraints and the temporary display of some pieces. It also mentions the museum's strong collection of early Italian paintings, including works by Monet, Renoir, and Van Gogh. The article concludes by mentioning the museum's open-to-the-public status, inviting readers to visit and explore the exhibits.

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The image shows a scanned page from the Sunday Herald Advertiser, dated 3 August 1975. The headline prominently displays the text: "Young people and great artists", indicating a feature article about the Fogg Museum. The article is titled "A big season at Fogg Museum" and is attributed to Bob Garrett.

Key Details from the Image:

  1. Introduction:

    • The article is part of a series of capsule tours of Boston museums scheduled to appear throughout the summer.
    • It highlights the Fogg Museum as a venue for both young people and great artists, with a focus on the impact of the newly initiated "Impact Fades Fast" lecture series.
  2. Lecture Series:

    • The "Impact Fades Fast" lecture series is mentioned as a popular event, with spots and dates for the fall semester.
    • The Fogg and Doetsch Lecture Hall, located in the basement, is noted as the main lecture hall.
  3. Building Overview:

    • The Fogg Museum is described as a rich art showcase, with its own courtyard and modern architecture.
    • It is noted as an excellent venue for art, except for its lack of space, which leads to 90% of the permanent collection being stored.
  4. Permanent Collection Highlights:

    • The article mentions a periodic display of the Maurice Wertheim Collection, which includes important 19th and early 20th-century French artists.
    • The display is located in two rooms on the second floor near the staircase.
    • The display features a dramatic three-monet view of St. Lazare train stairs, along with works by artists such as Renoir, Cézanne, Gauguin, Van Gogh, Matisse, and others.
  5. Ancient Art Display:

    • The Ancient Art section is located across the second floor.
    • The display includes notable pieces such as the Kleophrades krater, a wine krater from ca. 500 B.C., and a large tableau from the workshop of Giotto.
  6. Early Italian Paintings:

    • The Fogg is noted for its strong collection of early Italian paintings, many of which were acquired by the first director, Edward Forbes.
    • The paintings are displayed in two rooms on the second floor above the courtyard.
  7. Modern Art:

    • The article highlights the Fogg's collection of modern paintings, including works by artists such as de Kooning, Louis, Rothko, Pollock, Motherwell, Kline, and de Morris.
    • These are located in the main entrance area, which is described as having an appropriate atmosphere for large paintings.
  8. Public Access:

    • The article emphasizes that all of the museum's collections are open to the public.

Visual Characteristics:

  • The page appears to be a scanned or photographed newspaper clipping, with visible aging, such as slight discoloration and creases.
  • The text is printed in a standard newspaper font, with the headline in bold and the subheadings in a slightly smaller font.
  • The date and publication name ("Sunday Herald Advertiser") are clearly visible at the top of the page.

Overall Impression:

The image captures a historical article that provides an overview of the Fogg Museum's collections, exhibitions, and educational programs, emphasizing its role as a significant cultural institution for both young audiences and art enthusiasts. The article also highlights the museum's architectural features and its diverse collection spanning ancient to modern art.

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This image is a newspaper clipping from the Sunday Herald Advertiser, dated August 3, 1975. The headline reads, "Young people and great artists," with a subheading, "A big season at Fogg Museum." It is written by Bob Garrett and discusses the Fogg Museum at Harvard University, particularly its influence on young people and its art collections. The article highlights the museum's teaching nature and its exhibitions of renowned artworks, including pieces by Monet, Renoir, Picasso, Van Gogh, Cézanne, and others. The Maurice Wertheim Collection and exhibits of ancient and Italian art are also mentioned. The tone emphasizes the museum's cultural and educational significance and its accessibility to the public. It also mentions wealthy alumni contributions and the museum's emphasis on both classical and modern works. The article appears to continue on another page, as noted at the bottom.

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This is a small vintage newspaper clipping laid on a gray background. It features a large, serif headline across three columns: “Young people and great artists.” On the left, a smaller header reads “A big season at Fogg Museum.” The article is credited to Bob Garrett and is about a summer exhibition at Harvard’s Fogg Art Museum, focusing on art that can inspire young people.

The page is formatted in three narrow columns with dense text. There is a red handwritten note across the top that seems to say something like “Sunday Herald Advertiser, 3 Aug. 1975.” The clipping discusses the Maurice Wertheim collection on display, mentions works by Monet, Picasso, Van Gogh, Cézanne, Matisse, and others, and notes Italian paintings and a Giotto-related work. The paper looks aged and slightly torn at the top edge.

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The image is a photograph of a newspaper clipping from the "Sunday Herald Advertiser," dated August 3, 1975. The headline reads "Young people and great artists" and it appears to be about a season at the Fogg Museum. The article, written by Bob Garrett, discusses how the museum is a popular destination, particularly for young people, and describes the various collections and exhibits within the museum, including works by Monet, Renoir, Picasso, Van Gogh, Cezanne, and Gauguin, among others.

The article also mentions the Maurice Wertheim collection and talks about the Fogg being a teaching museum, the architecture of the building, and the collections of early Italian paintings and modern painters. At the end, it notes that the museum is open to the public.

This particular section of the article ends with the text "So are rather" and indicates that more of the article can be continued on another page, specifically "Page A15, This Section." The overall tone of the article suggests that the Fogg Museum is both an educational institution and a showcase of significant art, accessible to everyone.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from the Sunday Herald Advertiser, dated 3 August 1975. The article is titled "Young people and great artists" with a subtitle "A big season at Fogg Museum." Written by Bob Garrett, it discusses the impact of great art on young people visiting Harvard's Fogg Art Museum. The article mentions popular lecture courses in modern art and highlights the museum's rich collection, including the Maurice Wertheim collection with important 19th and early 20th-century French artists. It lists notable artists such as Monet, Renoir, Picasso, Van Gogh, Cezanne, Gauguin, Matisse, Delacroix, and Ingres. The article also describes the museum's Ancient Art display and mentions the Kleophrades krater, an Attic vase. Additionally, it notes the museum's strong collection of early Italian paintings and modern painters such as Morris Louis, Rothko, Pollock, Motherwell, Kline, and de Kooning. The article indicates that the museum is open to the public and continuing on another page.