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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, May 1973-March 1978

ARCH.2003.39, Rendition: 806815

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This image displays a mounted clipping from a newspaper or magazine, preserved on a beige backing sheet with two punch holes on the right edge, indicating it was likely filed in a binder.

The main heading at the top reads “The Home Forum. THE CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR”, with the date “Friday, September 9, 1977” printed below it.

At the center of the page, a black-and-white drawing titled “Woodchoppers”: Drawing by Anton Mauve (1838-1888) is prominently displayed. The illustration depicts two figures in a wooded, rural setting, one actively chopping wood with an axe and the other standing nearby. The drawing is credited to “Courtesy of The Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge, Massachusetts.” A handwritten signature or inscription, possibly “Nehru & Mary,” appears on the bottom right of the drawing.

Beneath the drawing, a newspaper article titled “Money makes the arts go ‘round” is pasted. It is dated “CSM Sept 12, 1977” in red handwriting above the headline. The article discusses the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University receiving a challenge grant from the Kruege Foundation to support expansion and renovation. It details the museum’s need for space, its central role in fine arts education at Harvard, and mentions support from the National Endowment for the Arts.

To the left of the “Money makes the arts go ‘round” article is another clipping titled “Irish Art: Perilous Trips for Priceless Treasures.” This letter-to-the-editor, dated “Cambridge, Mass. Sept. 20, 1977,” discusses the risks involved in transporting fragile, priceless Irish manuscripts, like the Book of Kells, during a major loan exhibition. The letter is signed “Ernst Kitzinger, A. Kingsley Porter University Professor, Harvard University.” A handwritten notation “N.Y. Times 9/28/77” is visible below this text.

The entire page has a vintage, archival quality, with the clipped articles and drawing arranged on the backing to preserve specific content from the mid-1970s related to art, museums, and cultural institutions.

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The image appears to be a page from a publication titled "The Home Forum," which is associated with "The Christian Science Monitor." The date on the page is Friday, September 9, 1977. The page features several articles and a drawing.

  1. Header and Logo: At the top, the heading "The Home Forum" is prominently displayed, followed by the date "Friday, September 9, 1977" and the logo for "The Christian Science Monitor."

  2. Central Image: In the center, there is a black-and-white drawing titled "Woodchoppers" by Anton Mauve (1838-1888). The drawing depicts two figures in a rural setting, possibly engaged in chopping wood, with a landscape in the background.

  3. Top Article: Below the central image, there is an article titled "Irish Art: Perilous Trips for Priceless Treasures." This article discusses a major loan exhibition of Irish art from prehistoric times to A.D. 1500, which is planned to open at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in October. The article highlights concerns about the transportation of valuable artifacts like the Book of Kells and the Book of Durrow, which are both owned by Trinity College, Dublin.

  4. Side Articles: On the right side of the page, there is a shorter article titled "Money makes the arts go 'round." This article provides information about funding for the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University, noting a challenge grant of $500,000 from the Kresge Foundation towards a major program of expansion and renovation. It also mentions additional funding from the National Endowment for the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts and Humanities.

The page shows signs of being aged, with some wear and tear, including a hole near the top right corner. The layout is typical of a newspaper or magazine page, with articles and an image arranged to guide the reader's eye from top to bottom and left to right.

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This image is a scanned page from a publication titled "The Home Forum," dated Friday, September 9, 1977, from The Christian Science Monitor. The page includes an artistic drawing and two articles.

Top Section:

  • Title: The Home Forum.
  • Drawing: The central illustration is a black-and-white sketch titled "Woodchoppers," created by Anton Mauve (1838-1888). It depicts two figures in a rural setting, one standing and the other sitting near a pile of wood. The background includes sparse trees and open land, suggesting a countryside environment. The drawing is credited to the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Left Column:

  • Article Title: "Irish Art: Perilous Trips for Priceless Treasures."
  • Content: The article discusses the loan of Irish art from prehistoric times to A.D. 1500 for an exhibition in the Metropolitan Museum of Art. It highlights the risks associated with transporting fragile and invaluable items, such as the Book of Kells and the Book of Durrow, which are mentioned as being especially vulnerable to damage during travel. The author, Ernst Kitzinger from Harvard University, argues for the inclusion of high-quality facsimile editions of these manuscripts instead of the originals to preserve them while still allowing the public to appreciate their artistry.

Right Column:

  • Handwritten Note: "CSM" and "Sept 12, 1977" appear above the article, likely indicating when this page was clipped or referenced.
  • Article Title: "Money makes the arts go 'round."
  • Content: This article discusses financial support for arts institutions. It mentions the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University receiving a grant for expansion and renovation and details the endowments and grants from organizations like the Kresge Foundation and the National Endowment for the Arts. It also highlights the role of Senator Claiborne Pell in supporting arts funding and encouraging community involvement in fundraising efforts.

The page has a vintage appearance, with slight discoloration and a hole punch near the top right corner, suggesting it was part of a binder or collection.

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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.

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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 scrapbook-style page that includes a collage of clippings from newspapers or magazines. The main section is titled "The Home Forum" and appears to be from "The Christian Science Monitor," dated Friday, September 9, 1977.

Visual Elements:

  1. Top Drawing:

    • There is an illustrated drawing labeled "Woodchoppers: Drawing by Anton Mauve (1838–1888)."
    • The image depicts two individuals working in a field, chopping wood, surrounded by a rustic environment.
  2. Left Article:

    • This article, titled "Irish Art: Perilous Trips for Priceless Treasures", discusses the transportation and display of Irish antiquities and art treasures for an exhibition at the Fog Art Museum of Harvard University. The text mentions concerns about the cost, risks, and challenges associated with moving these pieces, particularly the Book of Kells and other manuscripts.
  3. Right Article:

    • The heading reads "Money makes the arts go 'round" and is from the Christian Science Monitor, dated September 12, 1977. It discusses the financial matters concerning art institutions, highlighting the Fog Art Museum and its plans for expansion and funding issues related to supporting artistic endeavors.
  4. Annotations:

    • Handwritten annotations, including dates, appear near the clippings, indicating they may have been collected for documentation purposes.

Overall, the page appears to be an archival or research collection focusing on art, finance, and Irish cultural heritage.

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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 is a scrapbook page featuring clippings from "The Home Forum" section of The Christian Science Monitor. The date on the page is Friday, September 9, 1977. The page includes the following:

  1. A black-and-white drawing titled "'Woodchoppers': Drawing by Anton Mauve (1838-1888)" from The Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge, Massachusetts. The sketch shows two figures working outdoors, chopping wood or handling branches in a natural setting.

  2. A newspaper clipping titled "Irish Art: Perilous Trips for Priceless Treasures." It discusses an exhibition of Irish art, emphasizing the importance and risk involved in transporting valuable illuminated manuscripts and artifacts, such as the Book of Kells and the Book of Durrow.

  3. Another newspaper clipping with the heading "Money makes the arts go 'round," dated September 12, 1977, and attributed to CSM (Christian Science Monitor). This article talks about the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University receiving a major grant from the Kresge Foundation to support expansion and renovation, including better gallery and curatorial spaces. It also mentions funding and support for arts programs and facilities from various foundations and grants.

The page has two punched holes on the right side, suggesting it was stored in a binder. The overall tone is educational and focused on art, museums, and cultural preservation.

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  • A vintage collage mounted on a brown kraft backing. The page is arranged like a scrapbook insert.
  • At the top is the masthead “The Home Forum” with “The Christian Science Monitor” and the date Friday, September 9, 1977.
  • The central image is a grayscale reproduction of a drawing titled “Woodchoppers” by Anton Mauve (1838–1888), showing two figures in a rural landscape, one bending as if chopping or sweeping.
  • Surrounding clippings include:
    • A left article titled “Irish Art: Perilous Trips for Priceless Treasures,” with dense columns of text.
    • A right article headlined “Money makes the arts go ’round,” with a handwritten red note along the top edge reading “CSM Sept 12, 1977.”
  • The pieces are aged newsprint in pale beige tones, cut and pasted onto the tan backing, with a couple of punched holes along the right edge.
  • Overall, it reads as a vintage newspaper/magazine montage or archival display.