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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, May 1973-March 1978

ARCH.2003.39, Rendition: 806713

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The image is a collage of newspaper clippings and photographs, all mounted on a piece of cardboard. Here is a detailed summary of the components:

  1. Top Clipping:

    • The top section features an image of a group of people, possibly in a zoo setting, with a large number "4" and the text "AUG" prominently displayed. The image appears to be a historical photograph from the Fogg Museum photo collection. The caption mentions it is from the Gazette, dated October 26, 1971, and the photo was taken by Ben Shahn.
  2. Middle Clipping:

    • The middle section includes a photograph of a woman with a large, dark hat, and a caption that reads "Girls' Dormitory, Southland, Kentucky, Oct. 1940" by R. E. Taylor from the Fogg Museum photo collection. The photograph is on view in the Print Room, Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 2 to 5 p.m.
  3. Right Clipping:

    • The right section contains a newspaper article titled "Summer watercolors brighten scene at Radcliffe exhibit" by Ann Philips. The article discusses an exhibition of watercolors by Ellen Fisher at the Radcliffe Library. It mentions the artist's unique style and her ability to capture the essence of her subjects, particularly flowers and landscapes. The article is from the Chronicle, dated February 24, 1976.
  4. Bottom Right Clipping:

    • The bottom right section features an image of blackberries with the caption "BLACKBERRIES by Fisher." This image is likely related to the watercolor exhibition mentioned in the article.

The collage appears to be a collection of historical photographs and articles related to art exhibitions and historical photography, likely compiled for educational or archival purposes.

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The image displays a collection of newspaper clippings, each focusing on different artistic exhibits and historical events. Here is a detailed summary of the contents:

  1. Top Left Clipping (Circa August 4, possibly 1961)

    • The headline is partially visible, with the date "AUG 4" prominently displayed.
    • The article features a photograph of a circus poster. The poster depicts performers, including acrobats and possibly a strongman, with one figure in a handstand. The text mentions "Circus Poster, Smithfield, Kentucky, Oct 1925 by Ben Shahn—from the Fogg Museum photo collection."
  2. Middle Left Clipping (January 23, 1962)

    • The headline is not clearly visible, but the image is a self-portrait by an artist, possibly titled "Self-Portrait (c.1945)".
    • Below the image, it is noted that the artwork is by E. A. Tucker, from the Fogg Museum photo collection. The clipping also mentions that the original piece can be viewed in the Fogg Museum.
  3. Top Right Clipping (January 26, 1962)

    • The headline reads "Summer watercolors brighten scene at Radcliffe exhibit."
    • The byline is by Ann Phillips, who describes the watercolor paintings by two New England artists, Mary Fischer and Esther Heins. The article details how their works capture the essence of summer, with Fischer’s paintings focusing on the simplicity of plants and Heins’s work being noted for its delicate and bright depictions of flowers.
  4. Bottom Right Clipping (Possibly from July, the exact date is unclear)

    • The headline is not fully visible, but the article features an image titled "BLACKBERRIES by Fisher."
    • The text below the image elaborates on the painting, highlighting the artist's ability to bring out the vibrancy and life of the berries, possibly emphasizing the details and color that the artist used to capture the subject.

The clippings appear to be carefully collected, possibly for a scrapbook, highlighting both historical and artistic significance, with a focus on museum-quality art and exhibits from the mid-20th century.

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The image is a collage consisting of several newspaper clippings from the early 1970s.

  1. Top Clipping:

    • The topmost section is a newspaper article from the "Cus Jcah Aug 4" issue. It features a poster from the Circus Poster, dated October 1973, depicting circus animals. The text mentions that it is from Ben Shahn's photo collection at the Fogg Museum.
  2. Middle Left Clipping:

    • This section is from a newspaper dated January 23, 1971. It includes a black-and-white photo of a person, likely an artist, identified as "Self-Portrait" by H. A. Tucker. The article is from the Gazette and focuses on a watercolor exhibit by Agnes Hills and Esther Heins at Radcliffe. The text describes the artists' work, which involves capturing the essence of plants and flowers through their watercolor paintings.
  3. Middle Right Clipping:

    • This newspaper article from the Cambridge Chronicle dated January 28, 1971, is titled "Summer watercolors brighten scene at Radcliffe exhibit." It describes the exhibit featuring watercolors by Agnes Hills and Esther Heins. The text highlights their artistic process and the use of dynamic and layered techniques to capture the spirit of plants and flowers.
  4. Bottom Right Clipping:

    • The bottom section includes a photograph labeled "Blackberries by Fisher," showcasing a close-up of blackberries.

The overall collage seems to focus on art exhibitions, particularly watercolor paintings, and the featured artists, Agnes Hills and Esther Heins, along with other related visual and textual elements from the archives.

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The image is a collage of several newspaper clippings and a photograph related to art exhibitions and artists.

  1. Top Left Clip:

    • The top left section is a black-and-white photograph of a circus poster from 1925, taken by Ben Shahn and sourced from the Fogg Museum photo collection. It shows a colorful and lively circus scene with various performers and animals. The date on the poster reads "CUS JCAH AUG 4."
  2. Bottom Left Clip:

    • The bottom left section features a black-and-white portrait of an artist, labeled "Self-Portrait (Galatea) 1945" by H.A. Tucker, also from the Fogg Museum's photo collection. The portrait shows the artist in a contemplative pose, with the date and source noted as the Gazette, January 23, 1976.
  3. Middle Section:

    • The middle section is a newspaper article titled "Summer watercolors brighten scene at Radcliffe exhibit." The article, dated January 26, 1971, from the Cambridge Chronicle, discusses an exhibition of watercolors by two artists, Agnes Hilles and Esther Heins, at Radcliffe College. The article mentions their work in depicting flora and the influence of their environment on their art. The watercolors are described as vibrant, capturing the essence of the plants they depict, despite their lifeless state.
  4. Right Section:

    • The right section contains a photograph titled "Blackberries by Fisher." This image shows a close-up of blackberries on a plant, highlighting the detail and texture of the fruit.

Overall, the collage seems to be highlighting different forms of art and artists, focusing on their works and exhibitions, with an emphasis on watercolor art and a specific piece of circus art.

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The image consists of three different newspaper clippings, each related to art and exhibitions.

  1. Top Clipping:

    • The headline is partially visible, with the date "AUG 4" and the year "1935" prominently displayed.
    • It features a circus poster, specifically a promotional poster for "Circus," created by Ben Shahn in 1925. The poster depicts a lively circus scene with acrobats, animals, and various performers.
    • The caption below the image mentions the location as Smithland, Kentucky, and the artist's name, Ben Shahn, along with the source being the Fogg Museum photo collection.
  2. Middle Clipping:

    • This article is titled "Summer watercolors brighten scene at Radcliffe exhibit."
    • The article, written by Ann Phillips, discusses an exhibition of watercolors by Agnes Hilles and Esther Heins, held at Radcliffe College.
    • The text describes the artistic license these women use in their choice of subjects, such as sunflowers, basil, and mountain laurel, and their technique of painting plants out of season.
    • It also mentions the exhibition's dates and hours (Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2-5 p.m.).
    • The accompanying image is a self-portrait of Agnes Hilles, taken in 1945 by H. A. Tucker, sourced from the Fogg Museum photo collection.
  3. Bottom Clipping:

    • This article, titled "Blackberries by Fisher," is from the Cambridge Chronicle dated January 26, 1971.
    • It discusses a publication project by Elizabeth Fisher, focusing on her watercolor paintings of plants.
    • The article mentions her artistic process, which includes using photographs to capture the plants' details and then translating them into watercolors.
    • The accompanying image shows a close-up watercolor painting of blackberries, emphasizing the realism and detail in her work.

Each clipping highlights the artistic contributions of different individuals and their respective exhibitions or projects, providing insight into their techniques and subjects.

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This image consists of two main parts: a vintage magazine cover and a newspaper clipping.

Magazine Cover

The magazine cover is from "Vanity Fair," dated August 1927. It features an illustration by Miguel Covarrubias depicting a lively and crowded scene at a jazz club. The artwork is in a distinctive, caricature-like style and portrays a mix of people enjoying music and dancing. The cover also notes an event in Cincinnati, Pittsburgh, Kentucky, from October 1927 with Ben Shahn’s photos from the Fogg Museum photo collection, showing on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2:30 p.m.

Newspaper Clipping

The newspaper clipping is from two different publications, detailing reviews and descriptions of art exhibitions.

Gazette Section (January 23, 1971)

The left side of the clipping features an article from the Gazette, showcasing a self-portrait photograph of Dr. A. Tucker taken between 1855 and 1865. The article discusses an exhibit at Radcliffe:

  • Artist Ann Philps has watercolors on display.
  • Her subjects include sunflowers, nasturtiums, and mountain laurel.
  • The exhibit is noted for its fresh, lively colors and a dynamic approach to capturing the spirit of plants.

Cambridge Chronicle Section (January 28, 1971)

The right side of the clipping features an article from the Cambridge Chronicle, titled "Summer watercolors brighten scene at Radcliffe indie."

  • The article highlights an exhibition at Agassiz House at Radcliffe College, featuring watercolors by Ellen Fiber.
  • The artwork is praised for its vibrant and colorful depiction of flowers and plant life.
  • The artist's use of colored paper and her ability to capture the essence of plants in an innovative manner are noted.
  • The exhibition includes studies of various plants, such as golden rain tree, hawthorn, and blackberry, which are praised for their realism and detail.
  • The article emphasizes the uniqueness and beauty of the watercolors, which offer an ambiance reminiscent of summer despite the winter season.

Additionally, there is a small illustration of blackberries by Fiber, accompanying the article on the right side.

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The image is of a mounted newspaper clipping collection, showing three separate clippings. The top left clipping has a large number 4 with a detailed illustration featuring various figures and patterns in the background. The top right clipping contains text, part of which reads "Summer watercolors brighten scene at Radcliffe exhibit," followed by more text that is illegible due to the resolution. The bottom clipping appears to feature an article next to an image of plants or flowers, with the header "BLACKBERRIES by Fisher." There's a date visible on the bottom left clipping, "January 23, 1974," and a note that reads "Gazette." The collection is mounted on a beige background with two visible holes suggesting it was part of a binder or folder.

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The image shows a scrapbook or journal page containing three distinct clippings:

  1. The top clipping is a black and white image of a circus poster from Smithland, Kentucky, dated October 1935, by Ben Shahn. It depicts various animals including a lion, gorilla, elephant, giraffe, and others behind bars in a cage. There is large text including "AUG 4" visible on the left side of the poster.

  2. The bottom-left clipping is a black and white artistic photo titled "Self-Portrait (calotype: 1845)" by H. A. Tucker from the Fogg's photo collection. It shows a person with an afro hairstyle resting their face on their hand.

  3. The right side contains a newspaper clipping from the "Cambridge Chronicle" dated January 24, 1974. The article is titled "Summer watercolors brighten scene at Radcliffe exhibit" and discusses an exhibit of botanical watercolors by New England ladies Ellen Thayer Fisher and Esther Heins. There is a small image of blackberry leaves and fruit labeled "BLACKBERRIES by Fisher" at the bottom of the article.

Handwritten notes on the page include dates: "GAZETTE JAN 23, 1972" under the self-portrait and "CAMBRIDGE CHRONICLE JANUARY 24, 1974" near the watercolor article.

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A newspaper clipping has two photographs and a few lines of text. The photograph on the left is a black-and-white portrait of a woman in a white dress with her hand on her chin. The photograph on the right is a colorful illustration of a lion, a tiger, and a giraffe. The text reads, "Summer watercolors brighten scene at Radcliffe exhibit."

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The image shows a page of a newspaper with three pictures and a text article. The first picture is of a circus poster with the text "JCAH AUG 4" on the left side. The second picture is of a woman sitting on a chair with her hand on her chin. The third picture is of a plant with leaves and berries. The text article is about the summer watercolors exhibited at Radcliffe.