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The image is a page from the Fogg Art Museum Newsletter, Volume 10, Number 5, dated June 1973. The newsletter is from Harvard University, located in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Here is a detailed summary of the contents:

1. New Postcards:

   • The Museum has new postcards featuring photographs of works by Walker Evans and Elie Nadelman. These postcards are available for purchase at the Museum.

2. Print Rental Program:

   • The Fogg Art Museum initiated a print rental program for Harvard and Radcliffe students, replacing the traditional rental of reproductions and facsimiles. The program aimed to provide students with access to contemporary works of art for both educational and decorative purposes.
   • The program was successful in its first year, with rentals increasing from 175 to 225. This year, the rentals will be displayed in the galleries of the Busch-Reisinger Museum from September 17 through October 1.
   • The program features works by various artists, including Alex Katz, Franz Marc, Max Pechstein, Karl Schmidt-Rottluff, and Jacques Villon. The rental fee is $5 for the entire academic year, payable at the time of rental. Further information will be provided in the fall issue of the Newsletter.

3. Busch-Reisinger Museum News:

   • The Museum is displaying a drawing by Erich Heckel and a loan exhibition of works by Ferdinand Hodler, which continues through June 23.
   • The exhibition includes masterworks by Kandinsky, Klee, and Nolde, among others.
   • In May, the Busch-Reisinger Museum hosted a "punch party" for Harvard Neighbors, featuring a band and games. The event was well-received, and many attendees had not previously visited the Museum.
   • The Museum also hosted a trip to Venice for the "Save Venice" campaign, which was successful in raising funds to preserve the city's endangered North Italian city.

4. Artwork:

   • The newsletter includes an image of a painting titled "Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau in Moonlight, 1908" by Ferdinand Hodler.

The newsletter provides updates on the Museum's activities, exhibitions, and programs, highlighting its engagement with the community and efforts to preserve and promote art.

The image shows a page from a newsletter of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, dated June 1973. The page includes several articles and images related to the museum's activities and collections.

1. Header:

   • The header features the title "FOGG ART MUSEUM" with the address "Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138."

2. Articles and Images:

   • On the left side, there is an article titled "Circus Poster, Smithland, Kentucky, October, 1935, by Ben Shahn, a gift of Mrs. Bernarda B. Shahn." It is accompanied by an image of the poster, which depicts a circus scene with the text "J.C. AUG." The article mentions that the poster is one of the new postcards featuring photographs from the Fogg's collection and that posters of prints by Walker Evans and Eugène Atget are also available.

   • Below this, there is another article titled "PRINT RENTAL PROGRAM," which describes a program started the previous fall that allows Harvard-Radcliffe students to rent prints. The program aims to make fine art accessible and is held in the galleries of the Busch-Reisinger Museum from September 17 through September 29. It features works by contemporary American graphic artists such as Larry Poons, Jim Dine, and Alex Katz, as well as master printers like Franz Marc, Max Pechstein, Karl Schmidt-Rottluff, and Jacques Villon. The prints are available for rent at a nominal fee for the academic year.

   • On the right side, there is an article titled "BUSCH-REISINGER MUSEUM NEWS," which discusses the museum's display of a drawing by Schiele, on loan from D. Thomas Bergen. It also mentions that the Busch-Reisinger's permanent collections, including masterworks by Kandinsky, Klee, and Kirchner, will be on view. The article describes an event hosted by the Busch for the Harvard Neighbors, featuring a punch party, music by the Harvard Renaissance Band, and a quiz. The winners, who were made Friends of the Fogg, were able to view the Hodler exhibition, which includes works by Ferdinand Hodler, such as "Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau in Moonlight, 1908." The article concludes by mentioning an upcoming gala event to raise funds for the Save Venice Committee.

3. Image:

   • Below the "BUSCH-REISINGER MUSEUM NEWS" article, there is an image of Ferdinand Hodler's artwork titled "Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau in Moonlight, 1908," with dimensions noted as 28 3/8 x 26 3/8 inches.

The page is neatly organized, providing information about the museum's collections, events, and programs available to students and the community.

The image is of a newsletter from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, dated June 1973. Here are the key details covered in the newsletter:

1. Featured Exhibitions and Events:

   • Circus Poster Exhibition: On display from October 1935, curated by Ben L. Smith, showcasing posters featuring prominent artists such as Walter Einsel, Eugene Atget, and Ben Shahn.

2. Busch-Reisinger Museum News:

   • Recent Acquisition: Per Haps Hodler's series of highly structured landscapes, which were recently acquired, will be on display starting June 23.
   • New Drawing: The museum is also exhibiting a drawing by Schiele on the same theme as a loan from D. Thomas Bergen.
   • Summer Exhibitions: The permanent collections include masterworks by Kandinsky, Klee, and Kirchner.
   • Recent Event: The previous month, the museum hosted a fun game event for Harvard neighbors, featuring a punch party, Renaissance band, and a thought-provoking quiz with prizes.

3. Print Rental Program:

   • A new rental program for Harvard-Radcliffe students has been instituted through a donation, allowing students to rent original and contemporary prints. The program was successful in its first year.
   • The program will continue with new prints available from September 17 through September 29. Featured artists include Larry Poons, Jim Dine, Alex Katz, Franz Marc, Max Pechstein, Karl Schmidt-Rottluff, and Jacques Villon.
   • The rental prices range from $5 to $20, and more details will be announced in the fall.

Overall, the newsletter highlights various exhibitions, acquisitions, and community events at the Fogg Art Museum and Busch-Reisinger Museum, along with the introduction of a new print rental program for students.

The image shows a page from a newsletter of the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, dated June 1973 (Volume 10, Number 5). The page features several articles and announcements related to the museum's activities and exhibitions.

1. Circus Poster:

   • A Circus Poster by Smithland, Kentucky, from October 1935, created by Ben Shahn, is mentioned. It was a gift from Mrs. Bernarda B. Kahn. The poster features photographs from the Fogg's collection and was designed by Walker Evans and Eugène Atget.

2. Print Rental Program:

   • The Fogg Art Museum initiated a PRINT RENTAL PROGRAM for Harvard-Radcliffe students, replacing the traditional rental of reproductions and facsimiles. This program was intended to encourage students to interact with original, contemporary works of art. The prints are available for rent at a low cost, ranging from five to twenty-five dollars for the academic year. The program includes works by artists such as Larry Poons, Jim Dine, Alex Katz, and master printers like Franz Marc, Max Pechstein, and others.

3. Busch-Reisinger Museum News:

   • The Busch-Reisinger Museum is showcasing a drawing by Schiele and several works from the Busch-Reisinger permanent collections, including masterpieces by Kandinsky, Klee, and Kirchner.
   • The museum hosted a punch party for the Harvard Neighbors with live music by the Harvard Renaissance Band.
   • An exhibition titled "Viva Venezia," a gala affair, was held to support the Save Venice Committee's efforts to preserve the art and architecture of Venice.

4. Exhibition Details:

   • The article mentions Ferdinand Hodler's work "Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau in Moonlight, 1908," which is displayed in the Busch-Reisinger Museum.

The newsletter also includes other general information and announcements related to the museum's activities, exhibitions, and events.

The image shows a page from the "Fogg Art Museum" newsletter, specifically Volume 10, Number 5, dated June 1973. The newsletter is from Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Key points from the page include:

1. Circus Poster:

   • A poster for a circus from Smithland, Kentucky, dated October 1935, by Ben Shahn. It was a gift from Mrs. Bernarda B. Shahn and features photographs from the Fogg's collection. The poster includes postcards and prints by Walker Evans and Eugène Atget, also available for sale.

2. Print Rental Program:

   • The Fogg Art Museum introduced a PRINT RENTAL PROGRAM for Harvard-Radcliffe students, replacing traditional rental of reproductions and facsimiles. The program aims to make original contemporary American graphic art available for educational and decorative purposes.
   • The rentals are set to take place in the Busch-Reisinger Museum galleries from September 17 through September 29. The prints are available to students and corporation appointees and range from five to twenty-five dollars for the entire academic year.
   • Artists included are Larry Poons, Jim Dine, Alex Katz, Franz Marc, Max Pechstein, Karl Schmidt-Rottluff, and Jacques Villon.

3. Busch-Reisinger Museum News:

   • The museum has a notable claim to recognition for its collection of works by Ferdinand Hodler, including sixty drawings.
   • During the summer months, the Busch-Reisinger's permanent collections, including masterpieces by Kandinsky, Klee, and Kirchner, were on view.
   • A punch party and quiz were hosted by the Busch-Reisinger for the Harvard Neighbors, with prizes awarded to Friends of the Fogg and Busch-Reisinger Associates.
   • The museum also hosted a formal gala event, "Viva Venezia," to raise funds for preserving the art and architecture of Venice.

The page also includes an image of a drawing by Ferdinand Hodler, titled "Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau in Moonlight, 1908."

The image shows a page from the "Fogg Art Museum Newsletter" from Volume 10, Number 5, dated June 1973. The newsletter is from Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Key points from the content include:

1. Print Rental Program:

   • An initiative was launched to replace the traditional rental of reproductions and facsimiles with original prints. This program is aimed at promoting original artwork.
   • The program allows Harvard-Radcliffe students to rent original prints from September 17 to September 29. It also extends to corporation appointees and students.
   • The prints range from $5 to $20 annually, and further information will be detailed in the fall issue of the newsletter.
   • Notable contemporary American graphic artists featured include Larry Poons, Jim Dine, Alex Katz, master printers like Franz Marc, Max Pechstein, Karl Schmidt-Rottluff, and Jacques Villon.

2. Busch-Reisinger Museum News:

   • The museum is showcasing a Ferdinand Hodler exhibition titled "Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau in Moonlight" from June 23.
   • During the summer months, the Busch-Reisinger Museum's permanent collections, including masterpieces by Kandinsky, Klee, and Kirchner, will be on view.
   • The Harvard Crimson hosted a "Viva Venezia" event, which included a gala and a visit to Venice, raising funds for the Save Venice Committee.
   • An event for the Harvard Neighbors, a punch party and quiz, was held, with winners being Friends of the Fogg and Busch-Reisinger Associates.
   • The museum also features drawings by Schiele, a loan from D. Thomas Bergen, which can be enjoyed during the summer months.

The page includes a small poster image of a poster from the Circus Poster by Smithland, Kentucky, dated October 1935.

The image shows an open newsletter or magazine with the title "FOGG ART MUSEUM" prominently displayed at the top. Below the title, there is some additional information specifying that the museum is associated with Harvard University and provides an address in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The publication date stated is June 1973, and it is listed as Volume 10, Number 5.

The left-hand page contains the beginning of an article about a "Circus Poster, Smithland, Kentucky, October, 1935", mentioning it as part of the Fogg's collection with a reference to a photograph taken by Ben Shahn. Below this, there is a section titled "PRINT RENTAL PROGRAM" which talks about a program related to Harvard-Radcliffe's tradition of renting out reproductions of artworks, and mentions plans to expand this into original contemporary works.

On the right-hand side, there are articles discussing various aspects related to the museum. Mention is made of an exhibition of sixty-five paintings and sixty drawings by Ferdinand Hodler, referencing the Busch-Reisinger Museum's new items on show until June 23. It highlights a specific artwork in this section with a caption that says, "Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau in Moonlight, 1908, by Ferdinand Hodler, 38 1/8 x 26 3/8 in."

The pages are slightly yellowed, suggesting age, and the overall layout is indicative of newsletter or magazine formats from the early 1970s, with text columns and a black-and-white photo reproduction. The pages are open in such a way that they lay naturally, with the curvature of the paper indicating it is likely a bound periodical. The background is neutral, focusing the viewer's attention on the content of the pages.

The image shows an open page from a newsletter or publication titled "FOGG ART MUSEUM" from Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts, dated June 1973 (Volume 10, Number 5). The page contains text and two black and white images.

The first image, near the top left, is a circus poster from Smithland, Kentucky, dated October 1935, by Ben Shahn, depicting various animals behind bars.

Beneath the first image, there is an article titled "PRINT RENTAL PROGRAM," describing a program instituted by the Fogg Institute for Harvard-Radcliffe students for renting prints of original contemporary works of art. The program replaces traditional rentals of reproductions and facsimiles.

On the right side of the page, a section titled "BUSCH-REISINGER MUSEUM NEWS" discusses an exhibition of paintings and drawings by Ferdinand Hodler, emphasizing his highly structured landscapes. The exhibition is held at the Busch-Reisinger Museum and continues through June 23.

Below this section, there is a second image captioned "Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau in Moonlight, 1908, by Ferdinand Hodler," showing a landscape with mountains and a dramatic sky.

Additional text discusses museum activities and events, including a punch party for Harvard Neighbors, a formal gala affair called "Viva Venezia," and efforts to raise funds to preserve art and architecture in Venice.

The image shows a newsletter from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, dated June 1973. The newsletter is open to a page featuring a black-and-white illustration of animals in a circular arrangement, with the title "FOGG ART MUSEUM" prominently displayed in red at the top. Below the illustration, there is a section titled "BUSCH-REISINGNER MUSEUM NEWS" with accompanying text discussing exhibitions and events at the museum. On the right side of the page, there is a photograph of a drawing by Ferdinand Hodler, with additional text about the artist and the exhibition. The newsletter includes information about a print rental program for Harvard students, details about upcoming exhibitions, and other museum activities.

The image shows an open page from a newsletter titled "FOGG ART MUSEUM", published by Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The newsletter is Volume 10, Number 5, dated June 1973.

Key Elements in the Image:

Header:

• The top of the page prominently displays the Fogg Art Museum logo and the Harvard University branding.
• The newsletter title and issue details are clearly visible.

Main Content:

The page contains several sections of text and images, detailing museum activities, exhibitions, and programs.

1. Exhibition Highlights:

   • Busch-Reisinger Museum News:
     • The newsletter mentions an exhibition featuring works by artists such as Kandinsky, Klee, Kirchner, and others.
     • It also highlights a drawing by Schiele and a loan from D. Thomas Bergen.
     • The Busch-Reisinger Museum hosted a fun event for the Harvard Neighbors, including a punch party, Renaissance band, and a quiz.
     • The newsletter notes that many of the Harvard Neighbors had never enjoyed the opportunity to explore the galleries for several hours.

2. Print Rental Program:

   • The newsletter describes a Print Rental Program initiated by an anonymous donor.
   • The program replaces the traditional rental of reproductions and facsimiles with original contemporary prints.
   • The prints are available for rent to students, with prices ranging from five to twenty-five dollars for the entire academic year.
   • The program is scheduled to take place in the galleries of the Busch-Reisinger Museum from September 17 through September 29, and it will be open to corporation appointees as well as students.
   • Artists featured in the program include Larry Poons, Jim Dine, Alex Katz, Max Pechstein, Karl Schmidt-Rottluff, and Jacques Villon.

3. Visual Elements:

   • Top Image (Left): A Circus Poster by Ken Smith, dated October 1935, created for Ben Shack as a gift to Mrs. Bernard B. Shaw. The poster features bold, graphic design elements and is noted as being available as a postcard from the Fogg's print graphics desk.
   • Bottom Image (Right): A black-and-white photograph titled "Eiger, Monch, and Jungfrau in Moonlight, 1908" by Ferdinand Hodler. The dimensions are noted as 28 3/8 x 26 3/8 in.

Layout and Design:

• The page is formatted in a clean, structured layout typical of institutional newsletters.
• The text is organized into clear sections with headings and subheadings.
• The inclusion of both textual information and visual artwork reflects the museum's focus on art exhibitions, educational programs, and community engagement.

Summary:

The image depicts a page from the June 1973 issue of the Fogg Art Museum Newsletter, showcasing updates on exhibitions, a new Print Rental Program, and featuring artwork such as a Ken Smith Circus Poster and a Ferdinand Hodler photograph. The content highlights the museum's efforts to engage with both students and the broader community through educational and artistic initiatives.