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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, May 1973-March 1978

ARCH.2003.39, Rendition: 806815

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The image appears to be a page from "The Home Forum," a section of The Christian Science Monitor, dated Friday, September 9, 1977. The page includes a drawing titled "Woodchoppers" by Anton Mauve (1838-1888), courtesy of The Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge, Massachusetts.

There are two main articles on the page:

  1. Irish Art: Perilous Trips for Priceless Treasures

    • This article discusses the transportation of Irish art from Ireland to the United States. It mentions the risks and difficulties involved in moving priceless artworks, particularly illuminated manuscripts, and highlights the role of institutions like Trinity College, Dublin, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. The article also touches on the challenges of insuring and transporting such valuable items.
  2. Money makes the arts go 'round

    • This article reports on Harvard University's plans to renovate and expand the Fogg Art Museum. The renovation is funded by a $12 million grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities and private donations. The article discusses the museum's history, its collections, and the need for renovation to improve the care and display of the artworks. It also mentions the challenges of fundraising for such projects.

Additionally, there is a small note dated September 12, 1977, which seems to be a reminder or a reference to the article on the Fogg Art Museum. The page is mounted on a brown cardboard backing with metal fasteners in the corners.

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The image shows a page from "The Home Forum," dated Friday, September 9, 1977, which is part of "The Christian Science Monitor." The page includes a drawing titled "Woodchoppers" by Anton Mauve (1838-1888), with the image showing two people chopping wood, likely in a rural setting.

Below the drawing, there are two articles. The first, titled "Irish Art: Perilous Trips for Priceless Treasures," discusses the risks involved in transporting valuable Irish art for an exhibition in the United States. The article mentions concerns about the safety of the art pieces during transportation, referencing the potential perils of air travel and the challenges of insuring such high-value items.

The second article, titled "Money makes the arts go 'round," is about financial support for the arts. It mentions that the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University received a grant for a new addition to house its collections and support educational programs. Additionally, it highlights that Trinity Repertory Company in Providence, R.I., received a substantial grant from the National Endowment for the Arts, along with a matching grant from the Rhode Island Council on the Arts and Humanities. The article emphasizes the importance of funding for the arts and the positive impact these grants will have on the institutions involved.

There is also a handwritten note on the article, dated "Sept 12, 1977," which might indicate when someone read or filed this particular issue of the newspaper.

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The image consists of two clippings from a newspaper titled "The Home Forum," published by the Christian Science Monitor, dated September 9, 1977.

  1. Top Clipping:

    • The headline reads "Irish Art: Perilous Trips for Priceless Treasures."
    • The article discusses a loan exhibition of Irish art pieces from Trinity College Dublin and the National Gallery of Ireland. It highlights the risks involved in transporting these valuable artworks, such as the potential for damage or loss. The piece mentions specific artworks like "The Temptation of St. Anthony" and "The Kiss" by John William Waterhouse, among others, which are at high risk due to their fragility.
    • The text also touches on the significant costs and risks associated with loaning artworks internationally.
  2. Bottom Clipping:

    • The headline reads "Money makes the arts go 'round."
    • This article is a report on funding for the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. It mentions that Trinity Square Repository Committee has been awarded $42,000 from the National Endowment for the Arts for renovations and expansion of the museum. The funds are intended to provide a new wing for the museum, accommodate growing collections, and enhance the care and presentation of the artworks.
    • The report also notes that Trinity has received a substantial amount of support for its programs and initiatives, particularly focusing on education, research, and community engagement.

Additionally, there is an inset image from the article showing the drawing "Woodchoppers" by Anton Mauve, which is part of the loan exhibition mentioned in the top clipping. The caption for the drawing is "Courtesy of The Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge, Massachusetts."

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The image is a collage of newspaper clippings from The Christian Science Monitor, specifically from the Home Forum section dated September 9, 1977.

  1. Top Clipping:

    • Title: "Woodchoppers" Drawing by Anton Mauve (1838-1888)
    • Description: The clipping includes a black-and-white illustration of a drawing titled "Woodchoppers" by Anton Mauve, with the caption noting that the drawing is courtesy of The Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge, Massachusetts.
  2. Middle Clipping:

    • Title: "Irish Art: Perilous Trips for Priceless Treasures"
    • Content: This article discusses the risk involved in transporting priceless Irish art treasures from the Republic of Ireland to the United States for a major loan exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The article highlights the dangers of transporting such artifacts, including the risk of damage from earthquakes and other natural disasters. It mentions that the manuscripts and artworks are more vulnerable than metal artifacts due to their delicate nature. The exhibition, titled "The Book of Kells and the Book of Durrow," will include facsimiles of these manuscripts. The author, A. Kingsley Porter, is identified as a professor at Harvard University.
  3. Bottom Clipping:

    • Date: September 12, 1977
    • Title: "Money makes the arts go 'round"
    • Content: This article discusses funding for the arts, specifically the renovation and expansion of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The museum will receive a $122,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Arts for renovation and expansion. The grant will be used for reorganization, renovation, and climate control. The article also mentions the awarding of $40,000 to Trinity Square Repository Company for a three-year matching grant to support community arts programs. Senator Pell is noted for his role in securing this funding for arts and humanities.

The collage appears to be focused on issues related to the preservation, funding, and exhibition of art and cultural heritage.

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The image shows a collection of news clippings and a drawing, all related to art and cultural heritage.

  1. Drawing:

    • The drawing at the top is titled "Woodchoppers" by Anton Mauve (1838-1888). It depicts two men working with axes in a wooded area.
  2. Articles:

    • The Home Forum (Christian Science Monitor) - Friday, September 9, 1977:

      • The article is titled "Irish Art: Perilous Trips for Priceless Treasures."
      • The author discusses the risks associated with transporting and exhibiting priceless Irish artworks, particularly manuscripts, from Ireland to the United States. The article mentions the Book of Kells and the Book of Durrow, both from Trinity College in Dublin, and the risks they face during travel and exhibition.
      • It highlights the vulnerability of these manuscripts to damage and the potential for increased risk when they are moved to different locations, such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.
      • The author suggests that the risks are exacerbated by the fact that these manuscripts are among the most valuable and delicate in the world.
    • Christian Science Monitor - September 12, 1977:

      • The article is titled "Money Makes the Arts Go 'Round."
      • It focuses on the Harvard University Art Museums and the Fog Art Museum, which are receiving a $12.5 million grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities.
      • The funds are intended for renovating and expanding the facilities, including the installation of a new skylight gallery and climate control systems.
      • The article mentions that this grant is the largest in the history of the Harvard Art Museums and will be used to improve the storage, study, and exhibition of artworks.
      • Trinity College, part of the University of Dublin, is also mentioned as having received substantial support for renovations and improvements in its art collections.

Overall, these clippings discuss the challenges and efforts related to preserving and enhancing access to cultural and artistic treasures.

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The image shows a page from "The Home Forum" section of The Christian Science Monitor, dated Friday, September 9, 1977. The page contains several articles and an illustration:

  1. Main Article: "Irish Art: Perilous Trips for Priceless Treasures"

    • The article discusses a major loan exhibition of Irish art from the National Museum of Ireland to various museums in the United States.
    • The exhibition includes priceless artifacts from prehistoric times to the Middle Ages, such as gold ornaments, illuminated manuscripts, and ecclesiastical treasures.
    • The shipment includes notable items like the Tara brooch, the Cross of Cong, and the Ardagh Chalice.
    • The article highlights the risks involved in transporting these valuable and often fragile items.
    • The exhibition is scheduled to appear in New York, Boston, Philadelphia, and other cities.
  2. Illustration: "Woodchoppers"

    • This is a drawing by Anton Mauve (1838-1888), provided courtesy of The Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge, Massachusetts.
  3. Side Article: "Money makes the arts go 'round"

    • This article, dated September 12, 1977, discusses funding in the arts.
    • It mentions a grant of $132,000 awarded to Trinity College in Hartford, Connecticut, from the W. Alton Jones Foundation.
    • The grant aims to support the renovation and re-cataloging of the Watkinson Library, which houses rare books, manuscripts, and other collections.
    • The Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is also noted for receiving $80,000 to support various initiatives, including conservation and exhibition preparations.
    • Rhode Island School of Design received $50,000 for the preservation of their textile collection.
    • The Providence, R.I., office of Sea Grant is highlighted for funding a $100,000 research project on shipwrecks and submerged artifacts.

Overall, the page combines cultural and artistic themes, focusing on the preservation and exhibition of valuable historical artifacts and the financial support required for such endeavors.

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The image is a scanned page from a publication titled "The Home Forum," which is a part of The Christian Science Monitor, dated Friday, September 9, 1977. At the top of the page, under the heading, there is a drawing with the caption "Woodchoppers: Drawing by Anton Mauve (1838-1888)," credited to Courtesy of The Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge, Massachusetts.

The page includes two main articles; the first one on the left side is about "Irish Art: Perilous Trips for Priceless Treasures," addressed to the Editor and discussing aspects of Irish art, particularly the risk and reward of lending and transporting Irish art treasures, mentioning actual works of art and institutions such as the Book of Kells and the Irish Royal Academy. There is some handwritten text possibly by the reader of the paper with a date "Nov. 11th, '78 9/20/97," suggesting the paper was revisited or annotated on those dates.

The other article on the right side, with the headline "Money makes the arts go 'round," discusses the impact of financial contributions to the arts and the effect of a sizable gift from philanthropic sources on various art programs and institutions. There's also mention of "$20,000 from the National Endowment for the Arts" which is cut off due to the placement of a hand-written note on a yellow sticker that reads "CSM Sept 12, 1977."

These articles reflect the cultural and financial discourse surrounding the arts during the late 1970s and suggest an interest in how art and cultural institutions are supported and preserved. The page has been punctured at the top center, which likely indicates that it was stored in a binder or hung at some point.

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The image shows a magazine clipping with an article titled "Money makes the arts go 'round" from the Christian Science Monitor. The clipping includes a drawing of woodchoppers by Anton Mauve and a letter to the editor about Irish art. The article discusses the challenges faced by art institutions and the need for financial support. It mentions the Cambridge Art Museum, the Fogg Art Museum, and the Kresge Foundation, which have received grants and donations to improve their facilities and collections. The clipping also includes a letter to the editor expressing concerns about the risks of transporting valuable Irish art exhibitions.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper titled The Home Forum, dated Friday, September 9, 1977, and published by The Christian Science Monitor. The page features a mix of articles, illustrations, and annotations. Here is a detailed description:

Layout and Content:

  1. Header:

    • The top of the page prominently displays the title "The Home Forum" in large, bold letters.
    • Below the title, it indicates the date: "Friday, September 9, 1977".
    • The publication's association with The Christian Science Monitor is noted at the top right.
  2. Main Article:

    • The central article is titled "Irish Art: Perilous Trips for Priceless Treasures" and is attributed to an editor.
    • The article discusses a major loan exhibition of Irish art from prehistoric times to A.D. 1650, featuring artifacts from the National Museum of Ireland.
    • It highlights the challenges of transporting valuable Irish art, including illuminated manuscripts, metalwork, and other artifacts, across international borders.
    • The article mentions the risks involved, such as the vulnerability of these treasures to damage, theft, and other hazards during transit.
    • It also references the Irish government's stance on loaning artifacts and the potential for future exhibitions in cities like New York, San Francisco, Boston, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C.
  3. Illustration:

    • To the right of the article, there is an illustration titled "Woodchoppers": Drawing by Anton Mauve (1838–1888)".
    • The drawing depicts two figures in a natural setting, likely a forest or field, engaged in woodchopping. The style appears to be impressionistic, characteristic of the late 19th century.
    • Below the illustration, there is a caption: "Courtesy of The Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge, Massachusetts."
    • Handwritten notes are visible on the illustration, including a signature or annotation that reads "V. May."
  4. Additional Articles and Annotations:

    • Below the main article, there is a smaller section titled "Money makes the arts go 'round", dated September 12, 1977.
    • This section discusses funding and support for the arts, mentioning the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and its expansion plans.
    • It references grants from the Kresge Foundation and the National Endowment for the Arts, as well as other financial support for cultural institutions.
    • There is also a mention of Providence, R.I., and its efforts to support the arts through grants and endowments.
  5. Handwritten Notes:

    • Several handwritten annotations are visible on the page:
      • In the top right corner, there is a note that reads "Sept 12, 1977", likely indicating a date of relevance or a reminder.
      • Below the illustration, there is a handwritten note that appears to be a signature or initials: "V. May."
      • Additional markings, such as "N.Y. Times 9/28/77", suggest references to other publications or dates.
  6. Visual Design:

    • The page has a classic newspaper layout with columns of text and a mix of typed and handwritten elements.
    • The overall tone and style suggest it is from the late 1970s, consistent with the publication date.

Summary:

The image depicts a page from The Home Forum, a section of The Christian Science Monitor, dated September 9, 1977. It features an article on the challenges of loaning priceless Irish art treasures for international exhibitions, accompanied by an illustration of "Woodchoppers" by Anton Mauve. Additional content includes a smaller article on arts funding and handwritten notes, providing context and annotations related to the page's content. The layout and design reflect the newspaper style of the late 1970s.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from "The Home Forum," dated Friday, September 9, 1977. The clipping is attached to a piece of paper with a hole punch on the right side, suggesting it was part of a larger collection or binder. The newspaper clipping contains several sections:

  1. Main Article:

    • The headline reads "Money makes the arts go 'round."
    • The article discusses the financial support for arts institutions, specifically mentioning Trinity College Repertory Company and the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.
    • Trinity College Repertory Company is set to receive $122,000 from the National Endowment for the Arts, Washington, during the 1977-1978 season.
    • The Fogg Art Museum is mentioned to have received $600,000 toward a major expansion and renovation program.
    • The article highlights the importance of these funds for the maintenance and growth of these institutions.
  2. Illustration:

    • There is a black-and-white illustration titled "Woodchoppers" by Anton Mauve (1838-1888).
    • The illustration depicts two people chopping wood in a field, with tall grass in the foreground and a distant landscape in the background.
    • The illustration is courtesy of The Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge, Massachusetts.
  3. Additional Text:

    • Below the illustration, there is a small note from Ernst Kitzinger, Professor at Harvard University, dated September 20, 1977.
    • The note reads, "A Kingsley Porter Memorial Professor, Mass. Sept. 20, 1977."
    • There is also a signature and a note about the Fogg Art Museum, mentioning its construction and the challenges it faces due to overcrowding.
  4. Advertisement:

    • There is a small advertisement or note at the bottom right corner that reads "CSM Sept 12, 1977."
  5. Additional Article:

    • There is another article on the left side of the clipping, titled "Irish Art: Perilous Trips for Priceless Treasures."
    • This article discusses the challenges and risks associated with transporting Irish art treasures, particularly from the National Museum of Ireland.
    • It mentions the vulnerability of these artifacts and the potential dangers they face during transportation.

The clipping reflects a mix of cultural, artistic, and historical content, highlighting both the financial challenges and the preservation efforts related to art and cultural heritage.