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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, May 1973-March 1978

ARCH.2003.39, Rendition: 806805

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The image appears to be a collage of three separate newspaper clippings or articles, each featuring a different artwork. The background is a light brown sheet of paper, which may be part of a portfolio or scrapbook.

  1. Top Left: This clipping features a black-and-white portrait of a young man. The text below the image mentions it is a "Portrait of a Young Man" by Théodore Géricault and is part of an exhibition titled "Master Paintings from the Fogg Collection," which is on view at the Fogg Museum through August. The exhibition also celebrates the Fogg's 50th anniversary on Quincy Street and includes more than 150 works by American and European artists.

  2. Bottom Left: This clipping showcases an ink drawing titled "Promenade." The artist is identified as Lyonel Feininger, and the work is described as one of 65 in the "The D. Thomas Bergen Collection of German Expressionist Drawings," which is on display at the Busch-Reisinger Museum through July 15.

  3. Top Right: This section of the collage includes a black-and-white painting or abstract artwork titled "Color Barrier." The artwork is by Morris Louis, and the text indicates it is an acrylic resin paint on canvas from 1961. It is also part of the "Master Paintings from the Fogg Collection" exhibition at the Fogg Museum.

The image seems to be documenting various artworks and exhibitions, with annotations and dates indicating the source of the information as "Harvard Gazette," with specific dates of June 10, 1977, and June 16, 1977.

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This image appears to be a page from a scrapbook or a collection of newspaper clippings, specifically from the Harvard Gazette dated June 10, 1977, and June 16, 1977. The page features three distinct images and accompanying text:

  1. Top Left Image: A black-and-white portrait of a young man, identified as "Portrait of a Young Man" by Théodore Géricault. The text mentions that this painting is on display at the Fogg Museum through August as part of the exhibition "Master Paintings from the Fogg Collection," which includes more than 150 works.

  2. Bottom Left Image: An ink drawing titled "Promenade" by Lyonel Feininger, dated 1914. The text indicates that this piece is part of the exhibition "The D. Thomas Bergen Collection of German Expressionist Drawings" at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, running through July 15, 1977.

  3. Right Image: A black-and-white photograph of a tall, thin structure, possibly a tower or a column. The text explains that this is "Color Barrier" by Morris Louis, an acrylic resin painting on canvas from 1961. The text also provides information about the "Master Paintings from the Fogg Collection" exhibition, which celebrates the Fogg's 50th anniversary and features works by American and European artists.

The images and text are arranged on a beige or light brown background, and the text is written in a typewriter font. The overall layout suggests a curated collection of art-related news and information from the specified dates.

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The image is a composite of several photographs and drawings, arranged on a beige background. In the top left corner, there is a black-and-white photograph of a young man with a serious expression, wearing a high-collared shirt. Below this image, there is a handwritten note that reads "Portrait of a Young Man by Theodore Gericault at the Fogg Museum through August in 'Master Paintings from the Fogg Collection.' More than 150 works are included in the show."

To the right of this image, there is another photograph of a tall, slender object that appears to be a candle or a similar cylindrical object, with a handwritten note that reads "Master Paintings from the Fogg Collection" remains on view at the Museum through August. The show celebrates Fogg's 50th anniversary, Quincy Street and features more than 150 works by American and European artists. Selections for the show, many on view for the first time, have been chosen by Fogg Director Slive and Professor Sydney Freedberg (Fine Arts). Above: Color Barrier (acrylic resin paint on canvas, 1951) by Morris Louis.

In the bottom left corner, there is a black-and-white drawing of a man in a top hat and a woman in a dress, with a handwritten note that reads "Promenade (1914) by Lyonel Feininger-one of 65 works at the Busch-Reisinger Museum through July 15 in 'The D. Thomas Bergan Collection of German Expressionist Drawings.'"

Overall, the image appears to be a collection of promotional materials for an art exhibition, featuring works by various artists and curated by the Fogg Museum.

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The image is a collage of different clippings from the Harvard Gazette. The first clipping features a black and white portrait of a young man, with the caption "Portrait of a Young Man by Theodore Gericault--at the Fogg Museum through August in 'Master Paintings from the Fogg Collection'." The second clipping is a drawing of a man and a woman in a street scene, with the caption "Promenade grise (drawing 1914) by Lyonel Feininger--one of 65 works at the Busch-Reisinger Museum through July 15 in 'The D. Thomas Bergen Collection of German Expressionist Drawings'." The third clipping is a black and white image of a tall object, with the caption "Master Paintings from the Fogg Collection" remains at the Museum through August. The show celebrates the Fogg's 50th anniversary and features more than 150 works by American and European artists. Selections for the show, many on view for the first time, have been made by Director Seymour and Professor Sydney Freedberg (Fine Arts). Above, color border: acrylic resin paint on canvas, 1961 by Morris Louis.

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The image shows a page from a scrapbook or album, dated June 10, 1977, with handwritten notes and typed text. The page includes several elements:

  1. Photograph:

    • On the left side, there is a black-and-white photograph of a young man. The caption below the photograph reads:
      "Portrait of a Young Man by Theodore Gericault - at the Fogg Museum through August in 'Master Paintings from the Fogg Collection.' More than 150 works are included in the show."
  2. Handwritten Notes:

    • At the top left, the date "June 10, 1977" is written in cursive, along with the name "Howard Gazelle."
    • Below the photograph, the same date and name are repeated in cursive handwriting.
  3. Sketch:

    • On the right side of the page, there is a detailed ink drawing or sketch depicting a scene with multiple figures. The drawing appears to be a study or preparatory work, showing dynamic poses and movement.
    • Below the sketch, there is a caption in typed text:
      "Promenade (ink drawing) 1914 by Lyonel Feininger - one of 65 works at the Busch-Reisinger Museum through July 15 in 'The D. Thomas Bergen Collection of German Expressionist Drawings.'"
  4. Additional Text:

    • At the bottom of the page, there is a block of typed text that provides further context about an exhibition:
      "Master Paintings from the Fogg Collection' remains on view at the Museum through August. The show celebrates the Fogg's 50th anniversary on Quincy Street and features more than 150 works by American and European artists. Selections for the show, many on view for the first time, have been made by Fogg Curator Professor Sydney Freedberg (Fine Arts). Above, Color Barrier (acrylic resin on canvas) by Morris Louis."
  5. Layout and Design:

    • The page is organized with a clean, structured layout. The photograph and sketch are placed side by side, with accompanying captions and notes.
    • The handwritten elements suggest personal annotations or reflections, while the typed text provides formal exhibition details.

Overall, the image captures a curated record of art exhibitions and personal observations, blending visual art, written commentary, and dated annotations. The content reflects an interest in art history, particularly focusing on works by Theodore Gericault, Lyonel Feininger, and Morris Louis, among others.

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The image presents a collection of newspaper clippings, each featuring a distinct artwork. The top-left clipping showcases a portrait of a young man by Théodore Géricault, while the bottom-left clipping displays a monochromatic drawing by Lyonel Feininger. The rightmost clipping features an abstract painting by Morris Louis.

Each clipping is accompanied by a caption that provides information about the artwork, including the artist's name, title, and date. The captions also mention the exhibition or collection where the artworks were displayed, such as the Fogg Museum and the Busch-Reisinger Museum.

The clippings are arranged on a beige background, with handwritten notes in blue ink indicating the date and source of each clipping. The overall layout suggests that the image is a compilation of artworks from various sources, possibly for educational or research purposes.

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The image is a scanned page from an old newspaper or magazine, featuring three articles about art exhibitions. The page is yellowed and has a hole punch on the right side, indicating it was once part of a binder or scrapbook.

  • Top Left Article
    • A black-and-white photograph of a young man with short hair and a white collar, titled "Portrait of a Young Man by Theodore Gericault - at the Fogg Museum through August in 'Master Paintings from the Fogg Collection.' More than 150 works are included in the show."
  • Bottom Left Article
    • A sketch of a man and woman in a cityscape, titled "Promenade (ink drawing, 1914) by Lyotul Feininger - one of 65 works at the Busch-Reisinger Museum through July 15 in 'The D. Thomas Bergin Collection of German Expressionist Drawings.'"
  • Right Article
    • A black-and-white photograph of a tall, narrow painting, titled "'Master Painting from the Fogg Collection' remains on view at the Museum through August. The show celebrates the Fogg's 50th anniversary on Quincy Street and features more than 150 works by American and European artists. Selections for the show, many on view for the first time, have been made by Fogg Director Seymour Slive and Professor Sydney Freedberg (Fine Arts). Above, Color Barrier (acrylic resin paint on canvas, 1961) by Morris Louis."

The page appears to be from the Harvard Gazette, dated June 10, 1977. The articles highlight various art exhibitions at the Fogg Museum, including a collection of master paintings and a show celebrating the museum's 50th anniversary.

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The image is a scanned page from a scrapbook or album, featuring three newspaper clippings about art exhibitions. The page is yellowed and has two holes punched on the right side, indicating that it was once part of a binder.

  • The top-left clipping features a black-and-white photograph of a painting titled "Portrait of a Young Man" by Pablo Picasso.
    • The caption reads: "Portrait of a Young Man by Pablo Picasso - at the Fogg Museum through August in 'Master Paintings from the Fogg Collection.' More than 150 works are included in the show."
    • The clipping is dated June 10, 1977, and is from the Harvard Gazette.
  • The bottom-left clipping features a black-and-white photograph of a drawing by Ludwig Meidner.
    • The caption reads: "German Expressionist drawings, 1905-1934 by Ludwig Meidner - one of 65 works at the Busch-Reisinger Museum through July 15 in 'The D. Thomas Bergen Collection of German Expressionist Drawing.'"
    • The clipping is also dated June 10, 1977, and is from the Harvard Gazette.
  • The right clipping features a black-and-white photograph of a painting by Morris Louis.
    • The caption reads: "'Master Paintings from the Fogg Collection' remains on view at the Museum through August. The show celebrating the Fogg's 50th anniversary features more than 150 works by American and European artists. Selections for the show, many on view for the first time, have been made by Fogg Director Seymour Slive and Professor Sydney J. Freedberg (Fine Arts. Above, Color Bar (Grylic) resin paint on canvas; 1961) by Morris Louis."
    • The clipping is dated June 16, 1977, and is from the Harvard Gazette.

The image provides a glimpse into the art world of the late 1970s, highlighting the Fogg Museum's exhibitions and the works of prominent artists such as Picasso, Meidner, and Louis.

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The image presents a scanned page from a scrapbook or photo album, featuring two newspaper clippings and a piece of paper with handwritten notes. The page is divided into three sections:

Top Section:
A black-and-white portrait of a young man with short hair, dressed in a dark jacket over a white collared shirt, is displayed on the top left. The clipping is labeled "Harvard Gazette June 10, 1977" in blue ink along its left edge. The accompanying text describes an exhibit at the Fogg Museum.

Bottom Section:
Two additional clippings are arranged below the portrait:

  • Left Clipping: A black-and-white sketch of people walking down a street, accompanied by a caption that reads, "Master Paintings from the Fogg Collection." The clipping is also labeled "Harvard Gazette June 10, 1977" in blue ink at the top.
  • Right Clipping: A blank piece of paper with a vertical black smudge, possibly a painting or drawing, is displayed. The clipping is labeled "Harvard Gazette June 16, 1977" in blue ink at the bottom.

Background:
The background of the image is a plain gray color, suggesting that it may be a digital scan of a physical scrapbook or photo album page. Overall, the image appears to be a collection of newspaper clippings and artwork, possibly created by an individual as a keepsake or memento.

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The image appears to be a collection of newspaper clippings from the "Harvard Gazette" dated June 10 and June 16, 1977. The clippings are attached to a larger piece of paper.

  1. Top Left Clipping (June 10, 1977):

    • Features a portrait of a young man.
    • The accompanying text mentions "Drawings of a Young Artist by Theodore Gericault" and notes that the exhibit will be at the Fogg Museum through August. The exhibit is part of the Fogg Collection and includes more than 150 works.
  2. Bottom Left Clipping (June 10, 1977):

    • Shows an impressionistic drawing of figures in a landscape.
    • The text describes an exhibition of 64 works by Lyonel Feininger at the Busch-Reisinger Museum through July 12. The exhibition is titled "The O. Thomas Regen Collection of German Expressionist Drawings."
  3. Right Clipping (June 16, 1977):

    • Displays an abstract drawing with vertical black lines.
    • The text indicates that "Watercolors from the Fogg Collection" will be on view at the Museum through August. The show celebrates the Fogg's 50th anniversary and features more than 150 works. The exhibition is accompanied by a catalogue with an introduction by Agnes Mongan, Fogg Director Seymour Slive, and Professor Sidney Freedberg.

The clippings are likely part of a scrapbook or a collection of art-related news from the Harvard Gazette in 1977.