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The image shows a page from a vintage newspaper or publication, dated May 3, 1925. The headline reads, "Cambridge Scientist Follows Trail of Marco Polo Seeking Rare Treasures in Old China." The article discusses the adventures of Langdon Warner, a fellow of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard, who made significant archaeological discoveries in Western China. It mentions his efforts to retrieve a rare statue of Buddha, which he packed in his underwear for the journey back to Harvard. The text is interspersed with various annotations and markings, including a note about a meeting held in April 1925 and a section about the School of Architecture, mentioning Martin Mower as an instructor in rendering. The page appears to be from a historical document, possibly a book or a scrapbook, given the aged and slightly yellowed paper and the presence of handwritten notes.
This image is a scanned page from a vintage book or magazine, likely a scrapbook or journal entry. The page is yellowed, indicating its age, and contains several distinct sections of text.
Main Article: The largest section at the top is a newspaper clipping titled "Cambridge Scientist Follows Trail of Marco Polo Seeking Rare Treasures in Old China." This article is dated "Post, May 3, 1925." It discusses the adventures of Langdon Warner, who is described as a fellow of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard. The text details his exploration in Western China, where he discovered statues dating back to the ninth century. The article is written in a narrative style, describing a formal dinner attended by young men and the subsequent exploration of caves filled with Buddhist statues.
Smaller Clippings: Below the main article, there are two smaller sections of text. The first one is labeled "MEETING OF APRIL 27, 1925," and it appears to be a formal announcement or record of a meeting. The second section is titled "School of Architecture," and it announces an instructor named Martin Mower for a one-year term starting September 1, 1925.
Right Column: The right column of the page contains a continuation of the main article, titled "Thousand of Gods." This section describes the statues and the actions of Russian soldiers who had previously defaced the art. It also mentions the challenges of obtaining specimens for study and the irreverence of Mongolians.
The page is well-preserved but shows signs of age, with some wear and tear along the edges. The text is clearly printed, and the layout is typical of early 20th-century newspapers and periodicals.
This image shows a vintage, aged newspaper clipping from The Boston Sunday Post, dated May 9, 1926. The clipping is mounted on a light brown, textured cardstock or mat board, which is itself resting on a larger, cream-colored sheet of paper or folder.
The clipping is from the “Post” section of the newspaper, as indicated in small print beneath the main headline. The paper exhibits signs of aging, with yellowed tones and slightly frayed, browning edges, suggesting historical authenticity.
The article features a large, bold, serif headline:
Cambridge Scientist Follows Trail of Marco Polo Seeking Rare Treasures in Old China
Sub-headings in a slightly smaller, but still prominent, serif font read:
Langdon Warner Packed Priceless Statue of Buddha in Underwear—
How Native Judge Bit His Tongue
The main article is written in dense, traditional newspaper columns. It recounts the adventures of Langdon Warner, a Langdon Warner, fellow of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard, who traveled to Western China in search of artifacts linked to Marco Polo. The narrative is vivid and anecdotal, describing:
The article blends travelogue, cultural observation, and archaeological discovery, presented with a tone of adventure and slight sensationalism.
Toward the bottom left of the clipping, there’s a smaller, printed notice with a decorative border, titled:
Beneath MEETING OF APRIL 27, 1925
This section is unrelated to the main article and appears to be a list of appointments or faculty information for Harvard University:
This is a historically intriguing artifact — a newspaper clipping from 1926 highlighting the early 20th-century American scholarly interest in Asian art and archaeology. It portrays Langdon Warner as a daring explorer and art historian who braved exotic locales to rescue cultural treasures, using both scholarly acumen and street-smart improvisation. The presentation on aged cardstock suggests it may have been preserved intentionally — perhaps by Warner himself or a colleague — as a memento of his extraordinary expedition.
The overall aesthetic is classic early 20th-century Americana: typographic, slightly sensational, yet deeply informative about cross-cultural encounters and the birth of modern art conservation efforts.
The image shows an open book with a magazine article about Langdon Warner, a Cambridge scientist who traveled to China in search of rare treasures. The article describes Warner's adventure of finding a priceless statue of Buddha hidden in a cave, and his encounter with a native judge who bit his tongue in disbelief. The article also mentions Warner's collection of clay figures and his efforts to preserve ancient artifacts. The article is from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University and was published in the May 3, 1925 edition of the magazine.
The image depicts a newspaper clipping from the Harvard Crimson, dated May 3, 1925. The headline reads, "Cambridge Scientist Follows Trail of Marco Polo Seeking Rare Treasures in Old China." The article is about Langdon Warner, a Harvard University professor, who embarked on an expedition following the footsteps of Marco Polo to uncover rare artifacts in China.
The article is written in a classic newspaper style, with multiple columns of text. The top of the page includes the headline and a subheading, "Langdon Warner Packed Priceless Statue of Buddha in Underwear—How Native Judge Bit His Tongue." This suggests a humorous or intriguing anecdote related to Warner's adventures.
Below the headline, the article details Warner's journey and discoveries. It mentions his encounters with local officials, the challenges he faced, and the treasures he sought. The text is dense, with a formal tone typical of early 20th-century journalism.
The clipping is affixed to a piece of paper with a handwritten note at the bottom, which reads, "George Henry Chase, Dean of the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, from September 1, 1925." This note indicates that the clipping was part of a collection or archive associated with George Henry Chase, who served as the Dean of the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences at Harvard University starting from September 1, 1925.
The overall appearance of the clipping suggests it is an old document, with the paper showing signs of aging, including slight discoloration and wear. The text is printed in black ink on what appears to be standard newsprint paper, common for newspapers of that era.
In summary, the image is a historical newspaper clipping from the Harvard Crimson, detailing the adventures of Langdon Warner in his quest to find rare treasures in China, with an additional handwritten note linking it to George Henry Chase, the Dean of the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences at Harvard University.
The image shows an open book with two pages visible. The left page is titled "Cambridge Scientist Follows Trail of Marco Polo Seeking Rare Treasures in Old China" and is dated May 3, 1925. The article is written by Langdon Warner and discusses his adventures in China, focusing on his discovery of a priceless statue of Buddha hidden in underwear. The text details Warner's experiences, including his interactions with local customs, his exploration of historical sites, and his findings of rare artifacts. The article is rich in descriptive language and historical context, highlighting Warner's role as a fellow of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard.
The right page appears to be part of the same publication, continuing with additional content, though the title and specific details are less clear due to the image resolution. The text on this page seems to discuss historical or archaeological topics, possibly related to the same theme of exploration and discovery in China. The layout includes columns of text, typical of newspaper or magazine formatting, with some illustrations or diagrams referenced in the text (e.g., "picture on page 3").
The book itself has aged pages with visible wear, suggesting it is an old or historical document. The spine of the book is visible on the left side, indicating it is a bound volume. The overall aesthetic and typography suggest it is from the early to mid-20th century, consistent with the 1925 date mentioned in the article.
This image shows an old newspaper or magazine page with the headline: "Cambridge Scientist Follows Trail of Marco Polo Seeking Rare Treasures in Old China." The subheadline reads: "Langdon Warner Packed Priceless Statue of Buddha in Underwear—How Native Judge Bit His Tongue."
The article discusses Langdon Warner, a fellow of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard, who was traveling in Western China looking for rare artefacts and treasures, including a priceless statue of Buddha. The story includes various anecdotes about his explorations, local customs, and interactions with native judges and Russians. The text also references historical and cultural elements related to China and its art.
There are two smaller newspaper clippings pasted onto the page. One clipping is titled "Meeting of April 27, 1925," listing a meeting of the Board of Overseers at Harvard University, and the other is about the "School of Architecture," mentioning Martin Mower as an instructor.
The overall appearance of the page is aged with yellowed and slightly worn edges, typical of historical newspapers or magazines from the early 20th century. The typeface used is consistent with print styles from that era. Handwritten dates like "May 3, 1925" and "May 16, 25" are visible on the page.
This is an image of a newspaper or magazine article detailing an expedition in China. The main headline reads, "Cambridge Scientist Follows Trail of Marco Polo Seeking Rare Treasures in Old China." The subheadlines include sensationalized phrases such as "Langdon Warner Packed Priceless Statue of Buddha in Underwear – How Native Judge Bit His Tongue."
The article seems to discuss the travels and discoveries of Langdon Warner, a scholar and fellow of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard, in his pursuit of ancient art and artifacts. It includes anecdotes about encounters in the region, finding treasures, and cultural or adventurous experiences.
The writing style is characteristic of early 20th-century journalism, and the visible date at the top mentions “May 3, 1925.” The paper appears weathered, likely an archived print edition with additional smaller clippings pasted on at the bottom. These smaller clippings mention references to academic personnel and institutions.
The sepia tone and edges reflect its age, adding to its historical nature.
The image shows a close-up of an old scrapbook or book opened to a pasted newspaper clipping. The page is yellowed and worn, with a darkened edge and a light binding on the left.
This image shows an old newspaper article with a headline reading "Cambridge Scientist Follows Trail of Marco Polo Seeking Rare Treasures in Old China." It's a detailed article that describes the adventures of Langdon Warner, a Harvard scholar, who collected cultural artifacts, including a story about a statue of Buddha. The document seems to be aged, with yellowed paper and some wear that indicates it is a historical document. The text is in English and appears to be dated to an earlier 20th-century time period, as evidenced by the reference to the year 1925 at the bottom.
In the bottom left and right corners, there are handwritten notes. On the left, it mentions a "Meeting of April 27, 1925" and names "George Henry Chase, Dean of the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, from September 1, 1925," among other appointments and dates related to Harvard University individuals. On the right lower corner, there is another note that reads "School of Architecture – For one year from September 1, 1925 - Martin Mower, Instructor in Rendering," dated May 7, 1925.
The fact that these notes are written over the article suggests this clipping might have been repurposed for archival or academic record-keeping, possibly within a Harvard University context, given the names and associations mentioned.