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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, May 1973-March 1978

ARCH.2003.39, Rendition: 806811

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The image appears to be a scanned copy of a newspaper article, likely from an old newspaper, given the aged appearance of the paper. The article is titled "Museums end summer with flourish" and discusses various developments and events related to museums and art, including:

  • A gift of a large grant to the Fogg Museum for a new wing.
  • The donation of a painting from the Worcester Art Museum to the Hermitage Museum in the Soviet Union (now Russia).
  • The construction of a playground in Boston by the Institute of Contemporary Art.
  • The theft of paintings from Harvard's Bok Collection, with details about the arrests made in connection with the theft.

The article is accompanied by an image at the top left, which is a detail from a painting titled "Roustabouts" by Joe Jones. The text provides context about the loan of this painting to Russia as part of an art exchange.

The article also mentions a separate story about the theft of paintings from Harvard’s Bok Collection, detailing the arrests and charges against those involved in the theft.

The bottom part of the image has a handwritten note, "Boston Evening Globe Oct 6 '77," which seems to indicate the source and date of the newspaper. The newspaper article is attached to a piece of cardboard, possibly to preserve it or store it.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping, likely from "The Boston Globe," dated Monday, August 29, 1977. The clipping is mounted on a brown backing sheet with two holes punched on the right side, suggesting it might be part of a scrapbook or binder. The article is titled "Museums end summer with flourish" and is written by George McKinnon, a Globe Staff writer.

The article discusses various activities and events at museums around the Boston area. It mentions a grant to the Fogg Art Museum for a new wing, a painting being loaned to the Hermitage Museum in Russia, and a playground project in Jamaica Plain funded by the Institute of Contemporary Art. There is also a reference to the Worcester Art Museum sending one of its paintings to Russia.

At the bottom of the clipping, there is a separate article with the headline "3 arrested, indicted in theft of art work." This article discusses the arrest and indictment of three individuals in connection with the theft of paintings from Harvard's Fogg Art Museum.

There is a handwritten note on the brown backing sheet that reads "Boston Evening Globe Oct 6, '77," possibly indicating the source or date of the clipping.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping on a piece of paper. The clipping is from the Boston Globe, dated October 6, 1977. It is attached to the paper with a pin and has a hole punch on the right side. The clipping is about a theft of paintings from Harvard's Fogg Art Museum. Three people were arrested and indicted for the theft of art work. The paintings were stolen by an art dealer and two men. The paintings were valued at more than $300,000. The remaining two paintings were transported to Rhode Island two days later. The FBI also recovered art work from Montreal.

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A newspaper clipping is pasted on a brown folder. The clipping is titled "Museums end summer with flourish." The article discusses the Worcester Art Museum's Roussboat by Joe Jones, which is being loaned to the Soviet Union. The article also mentions the Fogg Art Museum's grant to The Hermitage, the Institute of Contemporary Art, and the Fogg Art Museum's building project. The clipping also includes an article about paintings stolen from Harvard's Bok, with three arrests and indictments in the theft of art work.

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The image shows a scanned page from a newspaper, likely The Boston Globe, dated Monday, August 30, 1977. The page features two main news articles, each accompanied by a small photograph.

Top Article: "Museums end summer with flourish"

  • Headline: "Museums end summer with flourish"
  • Byline: By George McKinnon, Globe Staff
  • Content Summary:
    • Discusses various museum activities and grants during the summer.
    • Mentions a $50,000 challenge grant to Harvard's Fogg Museum for the construction of a two-story fine arts wing behind the present building.
    • Highlights the Worcester Art Museum's acquisition of a painting by Joe Jones titled Roustabouts, which is being loaned to the Soviet Union as part of a cultural exchange program.
    • Notes the Institute of Contemporary Art's award of $850 to a group of Jamaica Plain residents for the construction of an unusual playground and park.
    • Includes details about the Worcester Art Museum's special exhibition of 71 paintings by Russian artist Joe Jones, part of a cultural exchange program.

Bottom Article: "3 arrested, indicted in theft of art work"

  • Headline: "3 arrested, indicted in theft of art work"
  • Content Summary:
    • Reports on the arrest and indictment of three individuals—Brooke dealer and two men—for the theft of art valued at more than $300,000 from Harvard's Fogg Museum.
    • The stolen works include paintings by DeKooning, Pollock, and others, valued at $50,000.
    • The individuals were arrested and indicted by a grand jury after evidence was presented by Assistant U.S. Attorney Richard Bates.
    • The paintings were recovered two years earlier by the FBI, and the theft occurred in October 1975.
    • The article also mentions a separate case in Montreal involving the theft of a painting by artist George Waldon, valued at $4,000.

Photograph

  • The photograph at the top right of the page shows a group of people, likely related to the Worcester Art Museum's activities mentioned in the top article. The individuals appear to be engaged in some form of artistic or cultural activity, possibly related to the Roustabouts exhibition or another museum event.

Additional Details

  • The page includes a date stamp in the top left corner: "The Boston Globe Monday August 30, 1977."
  • There is a handwritten note at the bottom right corner: "Boston Evening Globe Oct 6, '77," indicating that this page may have been part of a collection or archive.
  • The layout is typical of a newspaper, with clear headings, subheadings, and a structured presentation of news stories.

This page provides a snapshot of cultural and legal news from Boston in the summer of 1977, highlighting museum activities and a significant art theft case.

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The image is a newspaper clipping about the theft of artwork from Harvard's Fogg Museum, featuring a headline that reads "3 arrested, indicted in theft of art work." The article discusses the recovery of two paintings stolen from the museum and the arrest of three individuals in connection with the crime. The clipping also includes a subheading that reads "Paintings stolen from Harvard's Bok," which suggests that the theft occurred at the Bok Center for the Arts at Harvard University.

Key Points:

  • Headline: "3 arrested, indicted in theft of art work"
  • Subheading: "Paintings stolen from Harvard's Bok"
  • Article: Discusses the recovery of two paintings stolen from the Fogg Museum and the arrest of three individuals in connection with the crime
  • Newspaper Clipping: Features a headline and article about the theft of artwork from Harvard's Fogg Museum

Overall, the image provides information about a significant event in the art world, highlighting the importance of protecting cultural artifacts and holding those responsible for their theft accountable.

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The image is a newspaper clipping with a headline that reads "Museums end summer with flourish" and features an article about the Worcester Art Museum's "Roustabouts" by Joe Jones, which is being loaned to the Soviet Union.

  • The clipping is from The Boston Globe, dated Monday, August 29, 1977.
    • The headline is in large font at the top of the page.
    • The article is written in smaller font below the headline.
    • The article discusses the loan of the painting to the Soviet Union and its significance.
  • The article includes a photo of the painting, which shows a group of people gathered around a table.
    • The photo is in black and white and appears to be a sketch or drawing.
    • The people in the photo are dressed in old-fashioned clothing.
  • The article also mentions that three paintings were stolen from Harvard's Bok.
    • The theft was reported to the FBI while Magnolia DiPietro and Waldron were arrested.
    • The paintings were valued at more than $100,000.
  • The clipping is attached to a piece of cardboard with a hole punch in the upper right corner.
    • The cardboard has a light brown color and appears to be a standard size for a newspaper clipping.
    • The hole punch is likely used to store the clipping in a binder or file.

Overall, the image provides information about the loan of a painting to the Soviet Union and the theft of three paintings from Harvard's Bok. The clipping is well-preserved and provides a clear view of the article and photo.

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The image presents a collection of newspaper clippings, carefully arranged on a brown paper background. The clippings are from "The Boston Globe" and feature two distinct articles.

  • Article 1: "Museums end summer with flourish"
    • Date: Monday, August 29, 1977
    • Content: The article discusses the Worcester Art Museum's "Routeabouts" exhibit, which is being loaned to the Soviet Union as part of a cultural exchange program.
    • Statistics:
      • $300,000 grant from the Kresge Foundation for the construction of a two-story fine arts wing
      • 71 paintings in the "Routeabouts" exhibit
      • $800 grant from the Institute of Contemporary Art for the construction of an unusual playground and park
  • Article 2: "3 arrested, indicted in theft of art work"
    • Date: October 6, 1977
    • Content: The article reports on the arrest and indictment of three individuals in connection with the theft of six paintings valued at over $200,000 from Harvard's Fogg Museum.
    • Statistics:
      • Six paintings stolen from the Fogg Museum
      • $200,000 value of the stolen paintings
      • Three individuals arrested and indicted

In summary, the image showcases two newspaper articles from "The Boston Globe" that highlight the cultural and artistic activities in the region during the summer of 1977. The first article discusses the Worcester Art Museum's "Routeabouts" exhibit and its loan to the Soviet Union, while the second article reports on the theft of valuable paintings from Harvard's Fogg Museum and the subsequent arrests and indictments.

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The image presents a scanned or photographed collection of newspaper clippings, arranged on a brown paper background. The top clipping features a black-and-white photograph accompanied by the headline "Museums end summer with flourish." The article discusses various museum-related topics, including grants and exhibitions.

Below this, another clipping is partially visible, with the headline "Paintings stolen from Harvard's Bok..." However, the rest of the title is obscured. At the bottom of the page, a third clipping bears the headline "3 arrested, indicted in theft of art work," which appears to be related to an art theft case.

A handwritten note in red ink on the bottom right corner reads "Boston Evening Globe Oct 6, '77." The overall appearance suggests that these clippings have been carefully preserved and organized, possibly for archival or research purposes.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from the Boston Globe, dated October 6, 1977. The article discusses several topics related to art and museums.

  1. Main Article: "Museums end summer with flourish" by George McKenna, Globe Staff

    • The Worcester Art Museum received a $200,000 grant from the Kress Foundation for the construction of a new wing.
    • The new wing will be named after the museum's former director, Fogg.
    • The article also mentions the Institute of Contemporary Art in Boston, which is planning to build a new museum and has received a $500,000 grant from the Kress Foundation.
    • The James Plimpton Playhouse, a former shoe factory, was destroyed by fire two years ago.
  2. Side Article: "Paintings stolen from Harvard's Fogg"

    • Three people were arrested and indicted for stealing paintings from Harvard's Fogg Museum.
    • The paintings included works by Rembrandt, Rubens, and other artists.
    • The theft occurred in 1969, and the paintings were recovered in 1975.
    • The article mentions the involvement of the FBI and the return of the paintings to the museum.
  3. Additional Information:

    • The article includes a photograph of a detail from the Worcester Art Museum's "Roubaouts" by Joe Jones.
    • There is a handwritten note in red ink at the bottom right corner of the clipping, which reads "Boston Evening Globe Oct 6, '77."

The clipping provides a snapshot of significant events in the art world during that time, including museum expansions and the recovery of stolen artworks.