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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1974-1975

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The image is a page from the Harvard Gazette dated March 28, 1975. It features two historical artifacts:

  1. On the left side of the page, there is a photograph of a monstrance made of silver and silver-gilt from Barcelona, dating back to the 15th century. This artifact is described as being illustrated in the book "Eucharistic Vessels of the Middle Ages" and the photo is courtesy of the Museum of Art, Rhode Island School of Design.

  2. On the right side of the page, there is an illustration of a chalice made of silver-gilt and basse-taille enamel from Alghero, Sardinia, also from the 15th century. This artifact is also illustrated in the same book and the photo is courtesy of The Toledo Museum of Art, Ohio, with the gift of Edward Drummond Libbey.

The page is labeled as "page 7" and includes some handwritten annotations and tape marks, indicating it may have been part of a collection or study material.

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The image shows a page from the Harvard Gazette dated March 28, 1975, specifically page 7. The page contains two black-and-white photographs of historical artifacts related to the Eucharistic Vessels of the Middle Ages.

  1. Left Image:

    • The photograph depicts a monstrance, a type of religious vessel used to expose the Eucharist.
    • The monstrance is described as being made of silver and silver gilt and originates from Barcelona, dated to the 16th century.
    • It is noted that this monstrance is part of the Busch-Reisinger Collection, specifically on view through April 26 in "Eucharistic Vessels of the Middle Ages."
    • The photo credit is attributed to the Museum of Art, Rhode Island School of Design.
  2. Right Image:

    • The second photograph shows a chalice, also made of silver gilt and bas-relief enamel.
    • This chalice is from Alghero, Sardinia, and is dated to the 15th century.
    • Similar to the monstrance, it is noted to be part of the Busch-Reisinger Collection and is on display through April 26 in the same exhibition.
    • The photo credit for this chalice is given to The Toledo Museum of Art, Toledo, Ohio, specifically a gift from Edward Drummond Library.

Both artifacts are part of a historical exhibition, emphasizing their significant cultural and artistic value.

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The image shows an open book or magazine from the Harvard Gazette dated March 28, 1975, on page 7. The page features two black-and-white photographs of religious artifacts, both identified as being displayed at the Busch-Reisinger Museum in an exhibit titled "Eucharistic Vessels of the Middle Ages."

  1. The photograph on the left depicts a tall, ornate monstrance, dated from the 16th century, made of silver and silver gilt, originating from Barcelona. The detailed structure is characterized by its intricate designs, often used in religious ceremonies to display the consecrated Eucharistic host.

  2. The photograph on the right shows a chalice from the 15th century, created by Alghero, Sardegna, also made of silver gilt with blue and white enamel decorations. The chalice, a key element used in Eucharistic services, features a detailed base, stem, and cup, showcasing the craftsmanship of the period.

Both images include captions that provide information about the artifacts, their origins, and the materials used, as well as the context of the exhibit.

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The image shows an open page from the "Harvard Gazette," dated March 28, 1975. It features information about two historical artifacts displayed in an exhibition titled "Eucharistic Vessels of the Middle Ages."

  1. Left Side:

    • There is a photograph of a monstrance made of silver and silver gilt.
    • The monstrance originates from Barcelona, dating to the 16th century.
    • This artifact was on view through April 26 at the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
    • The image credit is given to the Museum of Art, Rhode Island School of Design.
  2. Right Side:

    • There is a detailed line drawing of a chalice.
    • The chalice is made of silver gilt and basse-taille enamel.
    • It comes from Alghero, Sardinia, and dates to the 15th century.
    • This piece was on view through April 18 in the same exhibition at the Busch-Reisinger.
    • The image credit for this artifact is given to the Toledo Museum of Art, Toledo, Ohio, as a gift of Edward Drummond Libbey.

Both items are significant examples of liturgical art from the Middle Ages.

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The image shows an open book or newspaper clipping from the Harvard Gazette dated March 28, 1975, specifically page 7. The clipping features two illustrations of historical religious artifacts:

  1. On the left side, there is a detailed black-and-white photograph of a "Monstrance." The caption below the image reads:
    "Monstrance (silver and silver gilt; Barcelona; 16th century) - at the Busch-Reisinger through April 26 in 'Eucharistic Vessels of the Middle Ages.' (Photo courtesy of the Museum of Art, Rhode Island School of Design)."

  2. On the right side, there is a line drawing of a "Chalice." The caption below the drawing reads:
    "Chalice (silver gilt and base-taile enamel; Alghero, Sardinia; 15th century) - on view through April 26 in the Busch-Reisinger's 'Eucharistic Vessels of the Middle Ages.' (Photo courtesy of The Toledo Museum of Art, Toledo, Ohio; gift of Edward Drummond Libbey)."

Both artifacts are part of an exhibit titled "Eucharistic Vessels of the Middle Ages" held at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, and the exhibit was accessible until April 26. The images and descriptions highlight the historical and artistic significance of these religious objects.

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The image shows a page from the Harvard Gazette dated March 28, 1975, specifically page 7. The page contains two black-and-white photographs of historical religious artifacts.

  1. Left Image:

    • Description: The photograph depicts a monstrance, an ornate vessel used in the Catholic Church to display the Eucharist.
    • Details: The monstrance is made of silver and silver gilt, and it is from the 16th century. It was on display at the Busch-Reisinger Museum through April 26 in an exhibit titled "Eucharistic Vessels of the Middle Ages."
    • Source: The photo is courtesy of the Museum of Art, Rhode Island School of Design.
  2. Right Image:

    • Description: The photograph shows a chalice, a cup used in the Catholic Mass to hold the wine that is consecrated during the Eucharist.
    • Details: The chalice is made of silver gilt with base-taillo enamel, and it is from the 15th century. This artifact was also part of the Busch-Reisinger's "Eucharistic Vessels of the Middle Ages" exhibit through April 26.
    • Source: The photo is courtesy of The Toledo Museum of Art, Toledo, Ohio, and was gifted by Edward Drummond Libbey.

The page is clipped and appears to be part of a scrapbook or collection, with some wear and tear visible around the edges and corners of the photographs.

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The image shows a scrapbook or album page with two black-and-white photographs of religious artifacts related to the Eucharist.

On the left is a photograph of a monstrance, described as made of silver and silver gilt from Barcelona, dating to the 16th century. The monstrance has a tall, elaborate Gothic design with ornate detailing and resembles a small tower or spire with a wide base.

On the right is a photograph of a chalice, described as made of silver gilt and basse-taille enamel from Alghero, Sardinia, dating to the 15th century. The chalice has a broad, decorated base with religious imagery and a faceted stem leading up to a simpler cup at the top.

The photographs are labeled with descriptions, including origins, dates, and exhibition details related to the "Eucharistic Vessels of the Middle Ages" exhibit, shown through April 26 at the Busch-Reisinger Museum and the Toledo Museum of Art.

In the top right corner, a typed note indicates the page is from the "Harvard Gazette" dated March 28, 1975, and marked as page 7. The overall appearance suggests these images were clipped and pasted into this album for historical or archival purposes.

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The image is a photograph of an open book or scrapbook page featuring two clippings from what appears to be a newspaper or a magazine. Both clippings include images of historical artifacts accompanied by captions and a date reference to an exhibition event.

On the left side, there is a black and white illustration of an ornate tower-like object identified as a "Monstrance (silver and silver gilt; Barcelona; 16th century)" that was on view during an exhibition titled "Eucharistic Vessels of the Middle Ages." The exhibition seems to have taken place through April 26th and the photo courtesy is attributed to the Museum of Art, Rhode Island School of Design.

On the right side, there is another black and white illustration depicting a chalice-like object described as a "Chalice (silver gilt & basse-taille enamel; Alghero, Sardinia, 15th century)." This artifact was also part of the same exhibition on Eucharistic Vessels of the Middle Ages. The photo courtesy is given to The Toledo Museum of Art, Toledo, Ohio, with a gift of Edward Drummond Libbey noted.

At the top right corner of the page, there is a reference to "Harvard Gazette March 28, 1975," indicating the likely source of the clippings and suggesting the date the images were published.

The page is labeled "page 7" at the top right, which has been attached possibly as a method to organize or reference the material in the scrapbook. There are visible signs of aging and wear on the paper, including discoloration and adhesive residues where the clippings have been pasted onto the scrapbook page. The green edge of the book's cover or another page is visible on the right edge, hinting at the thickness of the book or scrapbook.

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The image shows an open book, specifically a page from the Harvard Gazette dated March 28, 1975. The page features two illustrations of ornate religious vessels, likely chalices, accompanied by descriptive captions.

Left Illustration:

  • Title/Description: "Monstrance (silver and silver gilt; Barcelona: 16th century) – at the Busch-Reisinger through April 26 in 'Eucharistic Vessels of the Middle Ages.'"
  • Source: Photo courtesy of the Museum of Art, Rhode Island School of Design.
  • Description: The illustration depicts a highly detailed monstrance, a vessel used in Christian liturgy to display the consecrated host. It is ornate, featuring intricate designs and a tall, pointed structure, characteristic of 16th-century craftsmanship.

Right Illustration:

  • Title/Description: "Chalice (silver gilt and base-tille enamel; Alghero, Sardinia; 15th century) – on view through April 26 in the Busch-Reisinger’s 'Eucharistic Vessels of the Middle Ages.'"
  • Source: Photo courtesy of The Toledo Museum of Art, Toledo, Ohio (gift of Edward Drummond Libby).
  • Description: The illustration shows a chalice with a slender, elegant stem and a bowl adorned with intricate enamel work. The base is ornate, featuring detailed patterns and a symmetrical design typical of 15th-century craftsmanship.

Overall Context:

  • The page appears to be part of an article or feature discussing a museum exhibition titled "Eucharistic Vessels of the Middle Ages," held at the Busch-Reisinger through April 26, 1975.
  • Both illustrations are black-and-white photographs, emphasizing the historical and artistic significance of the religious artifacts.
  • The captions provide specific details about the materials, origins, and dates of the vessels, as well as the institutions that provided the images.

The layout and content suggest an academic or cultural focus, likely aimed at art historians, museum-goers, or readers interested in religious art and history.

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The image shows an open book with a page displaying two images. The first image is a black-and-white photograph of a silver and silver-gilt monstrance, a decorative object used in religious ceremonies. The second image is a drawing of a chalice, a cup used for holding wine or other liquids during religious rituals. The text on the page provides information about the images and their historical context. The book appears to be a publication from the Harvard Gazette, with the date of March 28, 1975, mentioned on the page.