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The image is a page from a newsletter published by the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, dated February 1971. The newsletter is Volume 9, Number 3.

Key Points from the Newsletter:

1. Fogg Fine Arts Films:

   • The Fogg Art Museum and the Department of Fine Arts are establishing a film production unit called Fogg Fine Arts Films.
   • The films will cover various subjects such as art history, architecture, urban planning, archaeology, and the making of contemporary art.
   • The project aims to use film as a teaching tool related to the museum's resources and the department's teaching program.
   • The initiative is supported by Harvard College and will be directed towards both undergraduate and graduate students, as well as the museum's educational programs.
   • The project's potential applications include recording exhibitions, supplementing catalogs, and replacing guest talks.
   • The films can be used for research, teaching, and broadcasting on educational television.

2. Initial Film Project:

   • The first film produced is about the sculptures of Auguste Rodin, specifically "The Burghers of Calais," created in 1967.
   • The film is directed by Robert Kuretky, who has experience in film and television production.
   • The film will be shown at the Fogg in conjunction with a special exhibition of Rodin's works.

3. Exhibition News:

   • An exhibition titled "Five Hundred Years of Wine in the Arts" is scheduled to open at the Busch-Reisinger Museum in 1973.
   • The exhibition is curated by David Farrell and includes works from major wine-growing countries.
   • Highlights include a color lithograph by Albrecht Aldorfer and a painting by Franz von Stuck.
   • The exhibition is supported by the Christian Brothers Wine Museum and will feature a special wine tasting reception.

The newsletter also includes an image of a knight with bread and wine, attributed to Albrecht Aldorfer, photographed by John Heonshi.

The image displays a page from the February 1971 newsletter of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The newsletter is titled "FOGG ART MUSEUM Newsletter Volume 9, Number 3."

Key points from the newsletter include:

1. Fogg Fine Arts Films:

   • The Fogg Art Museum and the Department of Fine Arts have established a film production unit called "Fogg Fine Arts Films."
   • Films produced by this unit will be two to three minutes long and cover various topics such as art history, architecture, urban planning, archaeology, and art conservation.
   • The films will be directed by Harvard College students and will be part of the teaching programs.
   • The project has been accepted by the President and Fellows of Harvard College.
   • Notable films produced include "The Burgers of Calais" and "Rodin: The Barquers of Calais," both aimed at educational purposes.

2. Robert Kuretsky and Robin Jones:

   • Two graduate students, Robert Kuretsky and Robin Jones, produced a film called "Rodin" in conjunction with a group-sculpture exhibition.
   • This film was distributed widely in North America and England.

3. Exhibition News:

   • An exhibition titled "Five Hundred Years of Wine in the Arts" opened at the Busch-Reisinger Archives on February 1, 1971.
   • This exhibition included a selection of graphics, sculpture, glassware, artifacts, and books celebrating wine from various countries.
   • The event was part of a reception and preview by the Busch-Reisinger Associates, Friends of the Fogg, and guests from the German, Austrian, and Swiss communities in the Boston area.

Additionally, the newsletter mentions a unique collection of artworks from the Christian Brothers in Napa, California, which is being exhibited in Cambridge, Massachusetts, after touring various major cities in the United States. The collection features notable works including a carved lindenwood statue of Saint Wine Growers and an Austrian work from the 18th century. The efforts to raise $100,000 are noted for supporting the Fogg Fine Arts Films project.

The image shows a newsletter from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, dated February 1971, Volume 9, Number 3. The main article announces the formation of a film production unit called 'Fogg Fine Arts Films,' which aims to produce twenty-five films over five years. These films will focus on subjects related to the museum's resources, such as art history, architecture, and conservation. The project is directed by Robert P. Hayes and involves graduate students. The first film, 'Rodin: The Burghers of Calais,' has already been produced and distributed internationally. The newsletter also mentions an exhibition titled 'Five Hundred Years of Wine in the Arts,' which opened on February 1 with a wine tasting and preview for the Friends of the Fogg. The exhibition features works from the Busch-Reisinger, Fogg, and Arthur M. Sackler Museums, including pieces by German, Austrian, and Swiss artists.

The image is of a newsletter from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, specifically Volume 9, Number 3, dated February 1971. Here are the key points and sections detailed in the newsletter:

1. Header:

   • The title of the newsletter is "Fogg Art Museum."
   • The address listed is Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138.

2. Main Article: "Fogg Fine Arts Films!"

   • The Fogg Art Museum and the Department of Fine Arts are collaborating to form a film production unit called "Fogg Fine Arts Films."
   • The unit plans to produce twenty-five subjects, each taking the form of an eighteen-minute film in black and white.
   • The films will cover various topics related to the history of art and architecture, urban planning, archaeology, and the making and conservation of art.
   • The films will be specifically related to the resources and teaching programs of the Fogg and the Department of Fine Arts.
   • The project has been accepted by the President and Fellows of Harvard College and will be directed by Harvard University towards university and general museum educational programs.
   • The goal is to create films that can be used for scholarly examination, expression, and publication, with potential for broadcast on educational television.
   • The films aim to serve as a permanent record for exhibitions and as a research and teaching tool.
   • Potential research applications include studying a single artist, juxtaposing and comparing works, and examining specific methods or techniques.
   • Robert Kuresky and Robin Jones will produce these films, with contributions from other experts.

3. Staff News:

   • Robert Kuresky has been appointed Executive Secretary to Professor James S. Ackerman and will work on film projects.
   • He has been promoted to Director for Film Production for the Fogg Fine Arts Films project.
   • Al Joseph H. Hazen, a film producer, has been named Visiting Committee Chairman for the subcommittee on photography and film.

4. Funding:

   • Initial funding of $100,000 has been raised to start the project, with plans to seek additional funds from individual donors, foundations, and government agencies.

5. Exhibition News:

   • An exhibition titled "Five Hundred Years of Wine in the Arts" opened at the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
   • The exhibit includes a special collection on loan from the German Wine Growing Information Center in New York.
   • The exhibition features objects from various countries, including a carved lindenwood statue of Saint Urban of Langres, a wine grower's patron, and an Austrian work from the eighteenth century.
   • A notable piece in the exhibition is a photograph of a knight with bread and wine by Albrecht Altdorfer.

The newsletter combines updates on new initiatives, staff appointments, and current exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum.

The image shows a page from a newsletter titled "FOGG ART MUSEUM" from Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts. The newsletter is Volume 9, Number 3, dated February 1971.

Key points from the page include:

1. FOGG FINE ARTS FILMS:

   • The Fogg Art Museum and the Department of Fine Arts have established a film production unit called "Fogg Fine Arts Films."
   • The unit will produce films of two to three minutes in length, focusing on various subjects such as the history of art and architecture, urban planning, archaeology, and the conservation of art.
   • The first film produced is "The Burghers of Calais" by Rodin, directed by Robert Kuretsky and Robin Jones.
   • Robert Kuretsky, who has extensive experience in film-making, has been appointed as the Executive Secretary to Professor James S. Ackerman for the University Film Study Center.
   • The project is supported by a grant from the President and Fellows of Harvard College and will be used for teaching and research purposes.

2. EXHIBITION NEWS:

   • An exhibition titled "Five Hundred Years of Wine in the Arts" opened at the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
   • The exhibition features a collection of wine-related art, including glassware, sculpture, glassware, artifacts, and rare books, spanning from the 18th century to modern times.
   • The exhibition is unique in the United States and is curated by David Farmer.
   • The collection, assembled over thirty years, includes a carved lindenwood statue of Saint Urban of Langres, an Austrian work dating from the 18th century, and a color lithograph of "Young Man with Bread and Wine" by Albrecht Altdorfer.

The page also includes a mention of a gift from Joseph H. Hazen, who is a member of the Visiting Committee and Chairman of the subcommittee on photography and film, towards the project. The total amount needed for the project is $100,000, with efforts to raise funds from individual donors, foundations, and government agencies.

The image is a page from the Fogg Art Museum newsletter, Volume 9, Number 3, dated February 1971. The page primarily discusses the establishment of a film production unit called "Fogg Fine Arts Films."

Key points include:

1. Fogg Fine Arts Films:

   • The Fogg Art Museum and the Department of Fine Arts are forming a film production unit to create films on various subjects related to the museum's resources and teaching programs.
   • The films will cover topics such as the history of art and architecture, urban planning, archaeology, and the conservation of art.
   • The project is led by the President and Fellows of Harvard College and is directed towards both undergraduate and graduate levels.
   • The first film produced was "Rodin: The Burgheghs of Calais," created by students Robert Kuretsky and Robin Jones, which was shown at the Fogg in conjunction with an exhibition of Rodin's work.

2. Significance and Potential:

   • This project marks a significant step in film-making within the University, demonstrating the potential of film as a medium for scholarly examination, expression, and publication.
   • The films could be used in various ways, such as supplementing the exhibition catalog, teaching devices, and research tools.

3. Personnel:

   • Robert Kuretsky, who continued his interests in film, has been appointed as the Executive Secretary to Professor James S. Ackerman at the University Film Study Center.
   • Joseph H. Hazen is mentioned as a member of the Visiting Committee and a donor to the project.

4. Exhibition News:

   • The exhibition "Five Hundred Years of Wine in the Arts" opened at the Busch-Reisinger Museum on February 1, showcasing a special collection of graphics, sculpture, glassware, artifacts, and rare books related to wine, curated by David Farmer.

The page also includes a photograph of a carved wooden statue of Saint Urban of Langres, Patron Saint of Wine Growers, and a color lithograph of "Young Man" by Albrecht Altdorfer, which is part of the exhibition.

The image shows a page from a newsletter of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, dated February 1971, Volume 9, Number 3. The title at the top of the page reads "FOGG ART MUSEUM" and below this is the address: Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138.

The newsletter contains several articles:

1. FOGG FINE ARTS FILMS!
   This article announces the creation of a film production unit called Fogg Fine Arts Films at the Fogg Art Museum and the Department of Fine Arts. The unit will produce 25-minute films focusing on art, architecture, urban planning, archaeology, and the conservation work of the Fogg and related departments. The films aim to support teaching and research, with the first project involving an 18-minute black and white film, "Rodin: The Burghers of Calais," by graduate students Robert Kuretsky and Robin Jones. The film will be shown alongside an exhibition of Rodin’s group sculpture and then distributed in North America and England. The article also mentions the involvement of key figures like Joseph H. Hazen and the need for funding for the project.

2. EXHIBITION NEWS
   This section announces an exhibition titled "FIVE HUNDRED YEARS OF WINE IN THE ARTS," which opened on February 1 at the Busch-Reisinger Museum. The opening included a wine tasting reception. The exhibition features a rare collection of graphics, sculpture, glassware, artifacts, and rare books exploring the lore of wine, assembled over more than thirty years by the Christian Brothers at Napa, California. The exhibition is timed to coincide with the United States bicentennial. It is housed exclusively in the Busch-Reisinger Museum, with works from German, Austrian, and Swiss communities in the Boston area.

There is also a small black and white image in the lower right corner of the page titled "A Knight with Bread and Wine, by Albrecht Altdorfer (photo by John Henshall)." The image depicts a knight holding what appears to be bread and a vessel, set against an intricate background.

The page is clean and neatly laid out with clear text and a simple design.

The image shows a page from a newsletter or publication titled "FOGG ART MUSEUM" from Harvard University located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The header is in large, bold, red font, and it's followed by the addresses of the museum.

This specific page appears to be from "Volume 9, Number 3" from February 1971. The left column of text is titled "FOGG FINE ARTS FILMS!" and discusses the collaboration between the Fogg Art Museum and the Department of Fine Arts to form a film production unit called "Fogg Fine Arts Films." The paragraph describes the aim of these films, focusing on the history of art and architecture, planning, scholarship, and conservation of works of art. They mention that the program would involve faculty and graduates toward broader educational goals and that its potential uses in classrooms and for scholarly examination were significant.

The right column of the newsletter contains various sections including one referencing the "newly-formed Fogg Fine Arts Films project," a thank you note to Joseph H. Hazen for his gift, and news about an exhibition called "EXHIBITION NEWS," where they discuss the celebration of "FIVE HUNDRED YEARS OF WINE IN THE ARTS."

In the lower right corner, an illustration or etching is visible, captioned "A Knight with Bread and Wine, by Albrecht Altdorfer (photo by Jon Huntsman)." The illustration is a black and white image depicting what appears to be a knight holding a piece of bread and a cup, suggesting the artwork's relevance to the mentioned exhibition theme.

The image shows an open page from a newsletter titled "Fogg Art Museum", published by Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The newsletter is from Volume 9, Number 3, dated February 1971.

Content Overview:

1. Header Information:

   • The top of the page prominently displays the name "FOGG ART MUSEUM" in bold red text.
   • Below the header, the location is specified as "Harvard University Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138."

2. Main Article: "FOGG FINE ARTS FILMS!":

   • The article discusses the formation of a new initiative called "Fogg Fine Arts Films", which aims to produce short, one-minute films on topics such as urban history, archaeology, and the making and conservation of art.
   • These films will be used for educational purposes, including undergraduate and graduate-level teaching, museum educational programs, and television broadcasting.
   • The project has been approved by the President and Fellows of Harvard College and is directed by James S. Ackerman, the University Film Study Center at the Fogg.
   • The article highlights the potential of film as a tool for scholarly examination, expression, and publication, emphasizing its growing importance in educational media.

3. Exhibition News:

   • The newsletter also mentions an upcoming exhibition titled "Five Hundred Years of Wine in the Arts", opening at the Busch-Reisinger Art Museum.
   • The exhibition features a preview of the Bernini Borzoi in the Fogg's collection, along with wine tasting and guest participation.
   • It includes selections from German, Austrian, and Swiss communities in the Boston area, showcasing graphics, sculpture, glassware, artifacts, and rare books related to wine.

4. Visual Element:

   • To the right of the text, there is a black-and-white photograph of an artwork titled "A Knight with Bread and Wine" by Albrecht Altdorfer. The caption below the image credits the photographer as John Henshall.

Design and Layout:

• The page has a clean, professional layout typical of academic or institutional newsletters.
• The text is organized into clear sections with headings and subheadings for easy readability.
• The use of bold red for the museum name draws attention to the institution's branding.

Overall Impression:

The newsletter serves as an informational update, highlighting the museum's initiatives in educational film production and upcoming exhibitions, while also showcasing an artwork as part of its visual content. The design is formal and informative, aligning with the academic and cultural context of the Fogg Art Museum.

The image is a page from a newsletter titled "FOGG ART MUSEUM" from Harvard University, dated February 1971. The newsletter discusses the establishment of a film production unit called Fogg Fine Arts Films, aimed at creating films on art, architecture, urban planning, archaeology, and conservation of works of art. The films, which are twenty-five minutes long, will be directed by Harvard University professors and used for educational purposes. The newsletter also mentions the donation of a collection of wine-related artifacts and books by the Busch-Reisinger Associates, which will be displayed at the museum. The page includes a small black-and-white image of a knight with bread and wine.