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The image is a vintage newspaper page from the "Rotogravure Section" of "The Sunday Herald," dated November 30, 1924. The page is titled "Some Treasures from the Old World Now at the Germanic Museum of Harvard University."

The page features several photographs of artworks and artifacts housed at the Germanic Museum of Harvard University. Here's a detailed summary of the images and their captions:

1. Top Left: A statue titled "The Triumph of the Roman Catholic Church" from the 16th Century. It is described as a work of art in the Renaissance style.

2. Top Center: A photograph of the interior of the museum, showcasing various statues and artworks.

3. Top Right: A statue of "Christ Carrying the Cross" from the 15th Century, attributed to the workshop of Michael Erhart.

4. Middle Left: A statue titled "The Angel Column of the Cathedral Door" from the 13th Century, described as a work of art in the Gothic style.

5. Middle Center: A detailed close-up of an intricate altarpiece from the 16th Century, attributed to Tilman Riemenschneider.

6. Middle Right: A portrait of Dr. Charles Warren, the first curator of the museum, described as a Harvard professor.

7. Bottom Left: A statue of "The Prince" from a fountain in Postdam, described as a work of art in the Renaissance style.

8. Bottom Center: A photograph of the interior of the museum, showcasing various statues and artworks.

9. Bottom Right: A statue of "Frederick the Great" from the 18th Century, attributed to J.G. Schadow.

10. Bottom Far Right: A photograph of the "Governor Francis's Well" in Salem, described as a work of art in the Renaissance style.

The page provides a glimpse into the rich collection of historical artifacts and artworks at the Germanic Museum of Harvard University, highlighting various periods and styles of art.

The image is a vintage newspaper page from "The Sunday Herald" dated November 30, 1924. It features a rotogravure section titled "Some Treasures from the Old World Now at the Germanic Museum of Harvard University." The page is filled with black-and-white photographs of various artifacts and sculptures from the museum, each accompanied by descriptive captions.

The artifacts include:

1. The Angel Column from the Cathedral of Aachen, with a detailed description of its origin and significance.
2. A statue of Christ Washing the Feet of the Disciples from the Mariakircke in Lubeck.
3. A statue of Friedrich, the Great, from the Royal Palace in Berlin.
4. The Gnesen Altar, a significant religious artifact.
5. A statue of a man, possibly a historical figure, with a detailed description.
6. The Tomb of Friedrich, the Great, from the Royal Palace in Berlin.
7. A fountain, identified as the Gnesen Fountain, created by L. W. Schwanthaler in 1839-1843.

In the center of the page, there is a portrait of a man, identified as Professor Friedrich, who is possibly associated with the museum or the artifacts displayed. The layout of the page is structured with photographs surrounded by descriptive text, providing readers with historical and cultural context about each piece. The overall design is typical of early 20th-century newspaper rotogravure sections, which featured high-quality illustrations and photographs.

This image is a vintage page from a newspaper, specifically from "The Sunday Herald" dated November 30, 1924. The page is titled "Some Treasures from the Old World Now at the Germanic Museum of Harvard University" and is a rotogravure section.

The page is divided into several sections, each showcasing various significant artworks and sculptures:

1. Top Left Corner: Shows the Angel Column from the Cathedral, dated 1557.
2. Top Middle Left: Displays the tympanum of the Bamberg Cathedral, dated 1180.
3. Top Center: Features the Christ Washing the Feet of the Disciples from the Marienkirche in Lübeck, Germany.
4. Top Right Corner: Presents the bust of a figure, labeled as a "Statue of the Left" from the Annenhof.
5. Left Middle: Shows a statue of Friedrich the Great from the Preutial Diet Building in Stuttgart.
6. Bottom Left: Depicts a statue of a muscular figure, likely from a fountain.
7. Center Middle: A circular section highlighting a significant sculpture or relief piece from the Germanic Museum.
8. Center Right: A portrait of an individual, presumably the museum's curator or a notable figure associated with the museum.
9. Right Middle: Shows a detailed view of a fountain, labeled as the "Germanic Fountain," by Labenwell in 1327.
10. Bottom Middle Left: Illustrates the front view of a building with inscriptions, likely part of the museum’s architecture.
11. Bottom Middle Right: Shows a close-up of another sculpture or relief work from the museum.

The captions beneath each image give detailed information about the specific artworks, including their origins, creators, and dates. The central circular image likely focuses on a significant piece housed in the Germanic Museum of Harvard University. This page highlights the importance and diversity of historical and artistic treasures that are now part of Harvard's collections.

The image is a rotogravure section from "The Sunday Herald" dated November 30, 1924. It is titled "Some Treasures from the Old World Now at the Germanic Museum of Harvard University."

The section features a collage of several photographs showcasing various historical artifacts and sculptures housed in the Germanic Museum at Harvard University. Each photograph is accompanied by a caption providing context or a description of the artifact.

1. Top Left:

   • A statue of a robed figure, likely an angel, with a detailed description mentioning it is from the cathedral in Rouen.

2. Top Center:

   • An image of the tympanum (the semicircular decorative triangular pediment over a portal) of the Hamburg Cathedral, dated to the 14th century.

3. Top Right:

   • A statue of Christ washing the feet of the disciples, part of the Marienkirche in Lübeck, Germany, dated to the 14th century.

4. Center Left:

   • A statue of a robed figure with detailed drapery, likely from the cathedral in Rouen.

5. Center:

   • A large, detailed relief sculpture of the crucifixion scene, possibly from a church or cathedral.

6. Center Right:

   • A portrait of a man, presumably a significant figure related to the museum or the artifacts, though the caption does not provide his name.

7. Bottom Left:

   • A statue of a seated figure, identified as the "Fountain of the Four Seasons" from the University of Siena.

8. Bottom Center Left:

   • A statue of a robed figure, identified as a statue of the "Fountain of the Four Seasons" from the University of Siena.

9. Bottom Center:

   • A photograph of a building exterior with a large stone carving of a robed figure and inscriptions, identified as part of the "Main Entrance to the Main Building of the University of Siena."

10. Bottom Center Right:

    • A statue of a robed figure, identified as "Lothair the Brear," from the University of Siena.

11. Bottom Right:

    • The Germanic Fountain, a work by Labenwolf from 1329, located in Nuremberg, Germany.

The collage effectively highlights the museum's collection of historical and artistic artifacts, providing a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage preserved at Harvard University's Germanic Museum.

The image is a vintage newspaper supplement titled "Some Treasures from the Old World Now at the Germanic Museum of Harvard University," published in The Sunday Herald on November 30, 1924. The supplement is a rotogravure section, featuring various images of historical and artistic artifacts housed in the Germanic Museum.

The layout is organized into several sections, each showcasing different sculptures and art pieces with brief descriptions. Here is a detailed breakdown:

1. Top Left: A statue of a robed figure standing with one hand raised.

   • Description: "The Angel Column of the Cathedral at Halberstadt."

2. Top Center: A relief sculpture depicting a group of figures.

   • Description: "The Triumph of the Halberstadt Cathedral, Done in the Thirteenth Century."

3. Top Right: A statue of a man in classical attire.

   • Description: "Christ Washing the Feet of the Disciples, from the Marienkirche in Lübeck, Germany."

4. Middle Left: A statue of a classical figure with a dynamic pose.

   • Description: "The Angel Column of the Cathedral at Halberstadt, Work of the Fourteenth Century."

5. Center: A photograph of a man (likely a museum curator or scholar) with a circular frame around him.

   • Description: Not directly labeled, but the central figure appears to be the curator or a significant person related to the museum.

6. Middle Right: A statue of a classical figure, possibly a historical or mythological character.

   • Description: "A Statue of Frederick the Great from the Preussisches Schloss in Potsdam."

7. Bottom Left: A statue of a figure with one leg raised, possibly a warrior or mythological figure.

   • Description: "A Statue of the Faun from a Fountain in Front of the University of Breslau."

8. Bottom Center: A statue of a seated figure.

   • Description: "Olympe La Touche, The Bronze of the Artist Herself, Work of 1875."

9. Bottom Right: A detailed fountain with statues.

   • Description: "The German Fountain, Work of Labenwolf in 1557, in Nuremberg, Germany."

The images are framed with decorative borders and captions providing details about the origin and historical context of each artifact. The overall presentation is designed to highlight the cultural and artistic significance of these pieces now housed in the Germanic Museum at Harvard University.

This image is a page from the "Rotogravure Section" of "The Sunday Herald," dated November 30, 1902. The main feature of this page is an article titled "Some Treasures from the Old World Now at the Germanic Museum of Harvard University."

The page showcases various artifacts and artworks that are part of the Germanic Museum (now known as the Busch-Reisinger Museum) at Harvard University. Each item is accompanied by a description and photograph:

1. Top Left:

   • Statue Group: The "Virgin Coronation of the Christchild," part of a Cathedral's Thirteenth Century statuary representing the first despisers.

2. Center Left:

   • The Eagle Censer: From the Cathedral of Salzburg, dated in the Fifteenth Century.

3. Below the Eagle Censer:

   • Statue: A statue of a Faun from a fountain in the Banqueting Hall of the Residenz at Munich, created in the Eighteenth Century.

4. Top Center:

   • Two Figures: Statuettes of Elijah and Moses from the Strasbourg Cathedral's Fourteenth Century, donated by Herr Gustav Rau.

5. Center:

   • Altarpiece: A carved altarpiece from the Church of St. Ulrich in Vienna, created in the Sixteenth Century.

6. Top Right:

   • Christ Washing the Feet of the Disciples: A wood relief from the Marienkirche in Lübeck, Germany, from the Fifteenth Century.

7. Below Christ Washing the Feet:

   • Portrait: A photograph of Professor Kuno Francke, the curator of the Germanic Museum.

8. Center Right:

   • Statue of Frederick the Great: From the Provincial Diet Building in Stolp, Pomerania, created in the Nineteenth Century.

9. Below Frederick the Great:

   • Baptismal Font: From the Church of St. Ulrich in Vienna, dated around 1500.

10. Right of Baptismal Font:

    • Statue of Luther: A figure of Martin Luther, gifted to the museum by Edward W. Bok, representing Luther's stand at the Diet of Worms in 1521.

The bottom right corner features an image of the Germanic Fountain, a work by Lauchert from 1890 in Nuremberg, Germany.

This page offers a visual and descriptive tour of significant historical and artistic pieces housed in the Germanic Museum at Harvard University.

The image displays an old newspaper clipping from "The Sunday Herald" dated November 30, 1924. The section is titled "Some Treasures from the Old World Now at the Germanic Museum of Harvard University." The newspaper layout includes several black-and-white photographs of sculptures, a stained glass panel, and an architectural model, each accompanied by a caption explaining the piece.

There is a photo of a sculpture of the "Apostle Thomas," details from the architectural model of the "Mainz Cathedral, Door to the Cloister," and photographs of various artifacts like the "Bust of Christ" and a "Statue of Saint Theodore." Artifacts are well-arranged with clear captions, presumably explaining their significance and origin.

The overall condition of the paper appears somewhat aged, with folded edges and slight discoloration, emphasizing the historical context of the clipping.

This image is a page from the November 30, 1924 edition of The Sunday Herald. It is part of the rotogravure section and showcases various works that are part of the Germanic Museum of Harvard University. The page is titled "Some Treasures From The Old World Now At The Germanic Museum of Harvard University."

The layout includes several detailed photographs of sculptures and artifacts from the museum:

• The upper left image shows "The Angel Column of the Cathedral Of Strassburg, Germany. The Photo Shows Reproduction on Four Bronzes."
• The top middle image captures "The Tympanum of the Bamburg Cathedral, One of the German Treasures Now at Harvard."
• To the right of the tympanum, an image of "Claire Wallace de Vries, of the Desenberg, Tyrol, by Mestrovitch. One of the Many Treasures in the Museum."
• The middle right image features "A Statue of Frederick the Great by Pesne. As Fine as Anything in the Louvre of Paris. Set For Exhibit at Harvard."
• The bottom left displays "A statue of the Venus from Schloss Friedenstein in front of the Chemistry of Swedish Work of High Genius."
• The center image depicts a relief titled La-Vie's Detail on the Organ Shutters at the Upper Chapel at Zell, in the Black Forest. One of 148 Relics Already in this Unique Museum."
• The bottom middle photograph shows "The Gemanic Fountain, Which of Leberecht in 1704 in Dresden Germany."

There is textual information complementing each image, providing context and details about these historical and artistic treasures.

This image shows a vintage newspaper page titled "Some Treasures from the Old World Now at The Germanic Museum of Harvard University." The newspaper is The Sunday Herald, dated November 30, 1924, from the Rotogravure Section.

The page contains multiple sepia-toned photographs of various historical sculptures and artifacts displayed at the Germanic Museum of Harvard University. The images are arranged around a central circular photograph of a man in a suit (his face obscured in the image provided). Each image has a caption describing the artwork and its origin or significance, referring to artifacts and sculptures from European cathedrals and notable works by famous artists.

The sculptures include religious figures, statues, reliefs from cathedrals, a fountain statue, and architectural elements. Some captions mention the specific locations of the original artifacts, such as the Hamburg Cathedral, Marienkirche in Lübeck, and Nuremberg, Germany. Another caption refers to the statue of Frederick the Great from a provincial diet building in Stettin.

Overall, the page serves as a historical record highlighting important European treasures now housed at the Germanic Museum of Harvard University.

The image is a vintage newspaper clipping from The Sunday Herald, dated November 30, 1924. The headline reads: "SOME TREASURES FROM THE OLD WORLD NOW AT THE GERMANIC MUSEUM OF HARVARD UNIVERSITY." It is part of the "ROTOGRAVURE SECTION" of the newspaper.

The layout is a collage of photographs and illustrations showcasing various historical and artistic artifacts displayed at the Germanic Museum of Harvard University. Each photograph is accompanied by descriptive captions, providing context about the items depicted. Here is a breakdown of the visual elements:

Top Row:

1. Leftmost Image: Shows a classical-style architectural setting with statues and columns, likely depicting an interior space. The caption mentions "The Propylaea of the Heidelberg Cathedral" and describes its historical significance.
2. Center Image: Displays a religious or ceremonial scene, possibly a choir or procession, with individuals in robes and a central altar or focal point. The caption refers to "Washing the Feet of the Disciples" and mentions it is from the Marienkirche in Lübeck, Germany.
3. Rightmost Image: Features a statue of a robed figure on a pedestal, identified as "A Statue of Friedrich the Great from the Provincial Diet Building in Berlin."

Middle Row:

1. Left Image: Depicts a muscular male figure, possibly a statue or sculpture, with a dog beside him. The caption identifies it as "The Angel Column of the Cathedral" and notes its historical context.
2. Center Image: Shows a detailed, ornate relief or sculpture, likely depicting a religious or mythological scene. The caption refers to "Professor Praetorius" and "The University of Breslau."
3. Right Image: Displays a portrait of a man in formal attire, likely an academic or scholar associated with the museum.

Bottom Row:

1. Left Image: Illustrates a classical-style fountain or statue, with a robed figure and a dog. The caption mentions "The Statue of the Fencer" and its origin.
2. Center Image: Shows an architectural detail, possibly a doorway or entrance, with intricate carvings and inscriptions. The caption describes it as "One of the three entrances to the St. Bartholomew's Cathedral."
3. Right Image: Depicts another statue on a pedestal, identified as "The Goethe Fountain," with a caption noting its origin in Nuremberg, Germany.

Overall Design:

• The layout is structured in a grid format, with each photograph or illustration accompanied by a caption that provides historical and cultural context.
• The images showcase a variety of artifacts, including statues, architectural details, religious scenes, and portraits, all highlighting the museum's collection of treasures from the "Old World."
• The design is typical of early 20th-century newspaper rotogravure sections, emphasizing visual storytelling and educational content.

This clipping serves as a historical document, illustrating the Germanic Museum's collection and its significance in preserving and displaying cultural artifacts from Europe.