Archives Scrapbooks

Meta-

"Meta-

clues and a unique exhibition, "Meta-

This appears to be a photograph of an open book or a magazine spread lying on a flat surface. The left side of the image shows the spine of the book, and two pages are visible, prominently featuring text and an illustration. The page on the right is labeled "Events," which seems to be a section giving details about various upcoming events and exhibitions.

In the upper section of the right-hand page, there is an article titled "Exhibitions," mentioning an event related to technology facilitating art forgery and authentication challenges, referencing various artists and an exhibition called "Meta-morphoses" in Nineteenth-Century Sculpture at the Harvard Magazine. Below this text is the caption "Seventeenth-century Swiss cookie mold, now at the Busch-Reisinger Museum," which corresponds to the illustration depicted: a cookie mold featuring an embossed image of a bear with cubs.

The middle and lower sections of the page continue listing events under various categories such as "Bach-Beisinger Cookie-baking In," "Carpenter Center," and "Performing Arts." These descriptions talk about different activities including culinary arts, visual arts exhibitions, and performances at several venues, some associated with Harvard. Specific references include a play at the Loeb Drama Centre, performances at a church, and announcements for ticket availability and collaboration between artists.

The page on the left is partially obscured by the right-hand page, showing only the book's inner margin and the beginning of the event descriptions.

At the bottom of the right-hand page, the text mentions the Cecilia Society and the Renaissance English Renaissance Christmas music, and below that, we see a date, "December 1975 –9," which suggests this publication dates back to December 1975.

The overall impression is that this image is likely a catalog or bulletin detailing Harvard University events in December of 1975.

The image is a page from a 1975 Harvard Magazine, featuring an "Events" section. Here's a detailed summary of the content:

Exhibitions

1. Fogg Museum Exhibition:

   • Title: "Meta-morphosis: Sculpture and Casting."
   • Description: This exhibition explores how technology has facilitated the casting and recasting of sculpture, leading to multiple editions and parts of works. The exhibition includes a unique challenge: distinguishing between originals, late editions, casts-from-casts, posthumous reproductions, and counterfeits. Notable artists like Houdon, Barye, Rodin, Carpeaux, St. Gaudens, and others are highlighted.

2. Busch-Reisinger Library:

   • Title: "Traditional European Cookie Molds."
   • Description: The exhibit showcases a collection of over seventy original wooden cookie molds from Austria, Germany, Switzerland, and the Netherlands. It runs until January 17, 1976.

Performing Arts

1. Loeb Drama Center:

   • Play: My Sister Eileen
   • Background: The story of two Ohio girls moving to Greenwich Village, directed by Ruth McKenney. It was made into a Broadway hit several times, featuring actors like Betty Comden and Adolph Green.

2. Gilbert and Sullivan Players:

   • Performances: The show "Iolanthe" is presented with its characteristic music and lyrics. Performances are scheduled for December 4-7, 10-13, and 16-18, with specific times and ticket information provided.

Other Events

1. Kenneth Bernard's Night Club:

   • Event: A special performance by Robert Beusman in the Loeb Library on December 3rd.

2. Cecilia Society:

   • Event: Celebration of Cecilia’s 100th birthday with an evening of fine food and carols at the Penthouse of Holyoke Center. Tickets are sold at the Box Office.

3. Gilbert and Sullivan Players - Concert:

   • Event: A post-concert Wassaic Party on December 4th at the Loeb Library.

4. Bach Society Orchestra:

   • Concert: Richard Kogan performs Beethoven’s Second Piano Concerto on December 13.

5. Memorial Church:

   • Event: Annual Christmas music and renascence performances by the University Choir.

Miscellaneous

• The page also lists details on purchasing tickets for various events and includes a mention of a specific concert schedule, which includes details on where and when to attend the performances. The section highlights a variety of cultural activities and performances available at Harvard in December 1975.

The image is a page from a newspaper or magazine dated December 1975, featuring an article titled "Events: An advance report on some goings-on at Harvard." The page is divided into sections highlighting various exhibitions and performing arts events.

Exhibitions:

1. Fogg Museum:

   • The article discusses an exhibition at the Fogg Museum that explores the evolution of artists' editions, focusing on the challenge of differentiating between original, late editions, casts-from-casts, posthumous reproductions, and counterfeits.
   • Notable artists mentioned include Houdon, Barry, Rodin, Carpeaux, St. Gaudens, and others.
   • The exhibition is titled "Meta-morphoses: The Evolution of the Sculptor's Hand," running through January 17, 1976.

2. Busch-Reisinger Museum:

   • Features a 17th-century Swiss cookie mold, showcasing the intricate designs and culinary artistry of the period.

3. Carpenter Center:

   • An exhibit titled "Anonymity and Revelation: Anonymous Art from the Market Place," running until December 20, 1975.

Performing Arts:

1. Loeb Drama Center:

   • The article mentions the play "My Sister Eileen," a story of two Ohio girls who move to Greenwich Village, with performances by Joseph Fields and Jerome Chodorov.
   • The play is directed by Betty Comden, Adolph Green, and others.

2. Gilbert and Sullivan Players:

   • The group will be performing "Iolanthe," a musical work known for its wit and satire.
   • The performance is scheduled for December 4-7 and 10-13 at the Loeb Drama Center.

3. Memorial Church:

   • Features a concert by the Harvard Glee Club, directed by John Ferris, with traditional Christmas music.
   • The concert is scheduled for December 15 and 16.

4. Bach Society Orchestra:

   • A gifted soloist and member of the Class of '77, Richard Kogan, will perform a piano concerto on December 13.
   • The concert also includes Brahms' Serenade Op. 11.

5. The Cecilia Society:

   • Presents an unaccompanied choral work by English composers, including Tallis, Byrd, and Benjamin Britten, among others.
   • The performance is scheduled for December 14.

6. Music of the Renaissance:

   • An event featuring English Renaissance Christmas music and Renaissance music, scheduled for December 16.

The page also includes a small inset image of a Swiss cookie mold from the Busch-Reisinger Museum, illustrating the detailed craftsmanship of the mold.

This image is a page from a publication, likely a magazine or university catalog, dated "DECEMBER 1975" and numbered "9." The page is dedicated to an "Events" section, providing "An advance report on some goings-on at Harvard."

The page is primarily text-based, organized into two columns. The left column features detailed descriptions of "Exhibitions" and "Performing Arts" events, including those at the Fogg Museum, Busch-Reisinger Museum, Carpenter Center, and Loeb Drama Center. Specific events mentioned include "Meta-morphoses in Nineteenth-Century Sculpture," "Traditional European Cookie Molds," "Survival and Revivals: Anonymous Art from the Market Place," and "My Sister Eileen."

The right column continues the event listings, featuring a prominent black and white illustration in the upper half. This illustration depicts a "Seventeenth-century Swiss cookie mold," as stated in its caption. The mold features a highly stylized, relief-like image of a large, textured animal resembling a bear or badger, standing on a ground covered with intricate floral or foliage patterns. A smaller, similar-looking animal (possibly a cub) is shown in front of the larger one, to its left. The artwork has a folk art or woodcut aesthetic.

Below the illustration, the right column continues with descriptions of musical and theatrical events by entities such as Leonard Bernstein, Kenneth Bernard's Night Club, Gilbert and Sullivan Players, The Cecilia Society, Bach Society Orchestra, and performances at Memorial Church.

The overall impression is that of a dense, informative page designed to publicize cultural and academic events at a university.

The image displays a page from a program or booklet detailing events, exhibitions, and performances. The page is divided into sections with headings such as "Exhibitions" and "Performing Arts."

1. Exhibitions:

   • Fogg: Describes how technology has influenced the creation and recreation of sculptures, leading to issues of differentiating between originals and copies. A team of specialists is working to attribute works to specific artists like Houdon, Barye, Rodin, and others. The exhibition "Metamorphosis: Bronze Sculpture" will be displayed from November 15 through January 17.
   • Busch-Reisinger: Features an exhibition on "Bakery-Reliefs: Cookie Molds" from the late Middle Ages and the baroque period. These molds, often decorated with religious scenes, political allegories, or traditional motifs, are on view from November 15 through December 20.
   • Carpenter Center: This exhibition, titled "Anything and Everything," includes a variety of media such as metal, wood, and plastics. It is on view in the Market Place until December 20.

2. Performing Arts:

   • Loeb Drama Center: Presents "Remember My Sister Eileen," a play that was an instant hit on Broadway in 1940, featuring book and lyrics by Joseph Fields and Jerome Chodorov, and music by Joseph M. Loesser. Performances are scheduled for December 7-12, with tickets available at the Holyoke Center Box Office.
   • Berkshire Theatre: "Wonderful Town," a musical set in New York, will be directed by Leonard Bernstein and staged by Robert Beusman. It runs from December 4-6, with tickets priced at $3, $2.50, and $1.50.
   • Gilbert and Sullivan Players: Will present "Iolanthe," a musical that humorously addresses contemporary issues, from December 7-10 at the Agassiz Theater. Tickets are $2.50 and $1.50.
   • Cecilia Society: Will present ancient and contemporary choral works by English composers, including Tallis, Byrd, and Britten, on December 4 at the First Unitarian Church. Tickets are $2.50.
   • Bach Society Orchestra: A holiday concert featuring Bach's "Christmas Oratorio" will be held at the Memorial Church on December 15 at 8:30 p.m., with tickets at $2.50 and $1.50.
   • Memorial Church: A holiday service featuring Christmas music by the University Choir and the Memorial Church Choral Society, with a post-concert reception, will be held on December 18 at 4:30 p.m.
   • Music of the Renaissance: A performance of English Renaissance Christmas music by the University Choir, directed by Donald Teeters, will be held on December 16 at 8:30 p.m.

The page is from a December 1975 issue, as noted at the bottom.

The image shows a page from an event calendar or newspaper section, titled "Events," dated December 1975. The page is divided into sections detailing various exhibitions and performing arts events.

Exhibitions:

1. Fogg Museum:

   • Title: "Metamorphosis: Sculpture and the Problem of Differentiating between Originals, Late Editions, Casts-from-Casts, Posthumous Reproductions, and Counterfeits"
   • Details: This exhibition focuses on the challenges of distinguishing between different editions and reproductions of sculptures. It runs through January 17, 1976.
   • Source: Harvard Magazine, November, page 32.

2. Busch-Reisinger Museum:

   • Title: "Traditional European Cookie Molds"
   • Details: A collection of over seventy original wooden cookie molds from Austria, Germany, Switzerland, and the Netherlands, depicting various themes and motifs, open until January 17.
   • Source: Harvard Magazine, November, page 32.

3. Carpenter Center:

   • Title: "Anything and Everything: Gifts and Revivals"
   • Details: A crafts exhibit on view until December 20.

Performing Arts:

1. Loeb Drama Center:

   • Title: "Remember My Sister Eileen"
   • Details: A play about two Ohio girls who move to Greenwich Village. The performance is directed by Ruth McKenney and stars Joseph Fields and Jerome Chodorov.

2. Kenneth Bernstein's Night Club:

   • Venue: Loeb Drama Center, December 1-13, at 8:00 PM.
   • Details: Hosted by Robert Beasman, featuring Peter Frampton.

3. Gilbert and Sullivan Players:

   • Title: "Iolanthe"
   • Details: A musical comedy with its original music and lyrics, performed at the Savoy Theater, with tickets available from the Box Office.

4. The Cecilia Society:

   • Details: An event featuring ancient and contemporary choral works, with a performance on December 14 at 7:00 PM.

5. Bach Society Orchestra:

   • Details: A performance by the Class of '77, Richard Kogan, and others, featuring the second piano concerto by Johann Sebastian Bach, on December 15 at 8:15 PM.

6. Memorial Church:

   • Details: A holiday concert by the University Choir, featuring traditional Christmas music, on December 16 at 4:30 PM and 8:15 PM.

7. Music of the Renaissance:

   • Details: English Renaissance Christmas music and Renaissance music performances, scheduled for December 1975.

The image also includes a black-and-white illustration of a seventeenth-century Swiss cookie mold from the Busch-Reisinger Museum.

The image is a page from a program or brochure detailing various events and exhibitions, primarily at Harvard University. Here's a detailed summary of its contents:

Events

An address, report on some goings-on at Harvard:
This section seems to highlight various activities and updates from Harvard University.

Exhibitions

Fogg:
The exhibition at the Fogg Museum addresses the evolution of sculpture reproduction techniques. It discusses how the creation of molds and casts allowed artists to produce multiple copies of their works. This practice helped in the distribution and preservation of art. The exhibit includes works by artists like Houdon, Edmonia Lewis, Rodin, and others, showcasing both surprising discoveries and a unique display called “Metamorphosis in Sculpture,” running until January 7.

Busch-Reisinger:
The Busch-Reisinger Museum is featuring an exhibition on cookie baking in Europe during the late Middle Ages. Carved molds, which were used to decorate cakes with religious, political, and traditional scenes, are on display. This collection of 70 original wooden molds from Austria, Germany, and Switzerland is part of an exhibition that hasn’t been shown publicly until now.

Carpenter Center:
The Carpenter Center is hosting an exhibition titled “Anything and Everything,” which includes a variety of objects made from metal, wood, or clay. This exhibit, featuring anonymous art from the Mark Place, runs until December 20.

Performing Arts

Loeb Drama Center:

• Sister Etienne: A play based on the story of two Ohio girls who move to Greenwich Village, Ruth McKenney's memoir details their experiences over several decades, culminating in a Broadway play and a Hollywood movie.

Agassiz Theatre:

• Gilbert and Sullivan Players: They will perform “Iolanthe,” featuring a combination of wit and music, from December 4-7 and 10-13. Tickets are available at Holyoke Center.

Sanders Theatre:

• Gerald Moshell and Tom Fettke: These musicians will perform a concert of Renaissance and modern music, including a piece inspired by Agatha Christie on December 7.

The Cecilia Society:

• This group will perform unaccompanied choral works, both ancient and contemporary, on December 14.

Bach Society Orchestra:

The orchestra will perform Bach’s second piano concerto and Brandenburg Concerto No. 4 under the direction of Donald Teeters on December 14.

Memorial Church:

• The holiday services will include performances of traditional Christmas music by the University Choir, featuring Johann Sebastian Bach’s Magnificat in D. These performances will take place on December 15 at various times.

Music of the Renaissance:

• The ensemble will perform English Renaissance Christmas music on December 16 at 8:15 p.m. in Sanders Theatre.

This page provides a comprehensive schedule of cultural and artistic events, spanning exhibitions and various performing arts activities at Harvard University.