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ARCH.2003.25, Rendition: 794331
The image shows a newspaper clipping with a headline and several paragraphs of text. The headline reads:
"PROFESSOR CONANT UNEARTHS RUINS OF FRENCH ABBEY"
Below the headline, there's a subheading that says:
"Startling Discoveries Made by Member of Harvard Faculty During Summer"
The main body of the text discusses the excavations led by Professor Conant, an associate professor of Architecture at Harvard, at Cluny Abbey in France. The article describes the findings, including the discovery of ruins and passageways beneath the stable floor, interesting examples of medieval architecture, and the location of Peter the Venerable’s tomb.
The text is divided into several sections, each providing more details about the discoveries and the historical context of the abbey. There's also a sidebar section titled "Secret Passage" that discusses a tortuous passage found near the chapel that was believed to serve as a secret communication route to a nearby castle.
At the top of the clipping, there's a handwritten note in cursive that reads "Cuisseaux 05 5 1931," which appears to be a date and location reference. The paper is aged, with some yellowing, indicating it is an old document.
This image shows a printed article discussing the archaeological findings at Cluny Abbey in France by Professor K. J. Conant, a member of the Harvard faculty. The article, dated October 5, 1931, details the discoveries made during the summer excavation under the supervision of Professor Conant.
The headline reads: "PROFESSOR CONANT UNEARTHS RUINS OF FRENCH ABBEY," followed by a subheading: "Startling Discoveries Made by Member of Harvard Faculty During Summer." Another subheading states: "EXCAVATES CLUNY ABBEY - Found Ruins and Passageways Beneath Stable Floor - Interesting Examples of Mediaeval Architecture."
The article describes several key findings:
The article also mentions that Professor Conant will give a lecture on November 5 to discuss his findings. It includes a section titled "Secret Passage," which describes the discovery of a tortuous passage that may have served as a secret communication route between the abbey and a nearby castle.
The text is arranged in two columns, with the main article on the left and the "Secret Passage" section on the right. The article provides historical context and details about the abbey's history, the Cluniac order, and the opposition it faced from the Cistercian order. It concludes with information about the Cluny Museum in Paris and the legends surrounding the excavations.
This image displays a single, aged, off-white page of printed text—likely a newspaper clipping or a typescript article—photographed flat against a neutral light gray background.
At the top center, there is handwritten text in blue ink: “Somerset Oct 5 1931”, suggesting the document was dated or annotated on that date.
The page features a large, bold headline: “PROFESSOR CONANT UNEARTHS RUINS OF FRENCH ABBEY”.
Below the headline, a sub-headline reads: “Startling Discoveries Made by Member of Harvard Faculty During Summer”.
The main article is titled “EXCAVATES CLUNY ABBEY” and is structured into several smaller sections, each with its own heading:
The article reports on archaeological excavations conducted in the summer of 1931 at the historic Abbey of Cluny in France, led by Professor K. J. Conant (‘15), then an associate professor of architecture at Harvard, under the auspices of the Medical Academy of America. Key discoveries mentioned include:
The tone is journalistic and informative, presenting the findings as significant historical and architectural achievements. The text is arranged in multiple columns with justified alignment, characteristic of newspaper or periodical layout.
Overall, the document serves as a historical record of archaeological work at Cluny Abbey, written for a public audience and dated by a reader over 90 years ago.
The image appears to be a page from an old newspaper or magazine article. The article is about excavations conducted at Cluny Abbey in France by Professor Conant, an associate professor of architecture at Harvard University. The article discusses the discoveries made during the excavations, including the discovery of the tomb of Peter the Venerable, the abbot of Cluny, who was buried in 1156. The article also mentions the discovery of a secret passage leading to a nearby castle, as well as the remains of sculptures and paintings that have been unearthed. The article provides details about the excavations and the significance of the discoveries, and includes photographs and illustrations to accompany the text.
The image is a page from an old newspaper, dated October 5, 1931. The page is predominantly filled with text, organized into several columns and sections. The main headline at the top reads, "PROFESSOR CONANT UNEARTHS RUINS OF FRENCH ABBEY." Below this headline, there is a subheading, "Startling Discoveries Made by Member of Harvard Faculty During Summer."
The article details the archaeological discoveries made by Professor Conant at the Cluny Abbey in France. The text describes the unearthing of ruins and passageways beneath the stable floor, which are examples of medieval architecture. The article highlights the discovery of the tomb of Peter the Venerable, the first builder of the church, Abbot Hugh, and other significant findings.
The article is divided into several sections, each detailing different aspects of the discovery. The first section discusses the unearthing of the tomb of Peter the Venerable, including the discovery of his bones and a plate of lead fitted into the sarcophagus for protection. The second section talks about the unearthing of the tomb of Abbot Hugh, the founder of the abbey, and the discovery of his bones and a crypt nearby.
The article also mentions the discovery of a secret passage leading to a nearby castle, which was used by the Cluniacs to escape persecution. The article concludes with a discussion of the importance of these discoveries in understanding the history and architecture of the abbey.
The newspaper page also includes a sidebar with a headline that reads, "Secret Passage," which discusses the discovery of a secret passage near the chapel that was found by an innkeeper. The passage led to the great drain of the abbey, which was about two feet wide and six feet high, and was used as a secret communication with the abbey's castle at Lourdon.
The article is written in a formal and descriptive style, with a focus on the historical and architectural significance of the discoveries. The language used is typical of the time period, with a formal tone and a focus on the importance of the findings.
The image shows a scanned page from a historical or academic document, likely a newspaper or magazine article. The page is titled "Professor Conant Unearths Ruins of French Abbey" and is dated June 3, 1931, as indicated at the top of the page. The article discusses archaeological discoveries made by Professor Conant, a member of the Harvard faculty, during excavations at Cluny Abbey in France during the summer.
The image depicts a historical article that documents significant archaeological findings at Cluny Abbey, emphasizing the contributions of Professor Conant and the importance of these discoveries for understanding medieval architecture, monastic life, and historical preservation. The tone is informative and academic, aimed at readers interested in archaeology, history, and architectural studies.
The image shows a printed page from a document or a book. The page includes a title that reads "PROFESSOR CONANT UNEARTHS RUINS OF FRENCH ABBEY," with a subtitle mentioning "Startling Discoveries Made by Member of Harvard Faculty During Summer".
Below the titles, there are two columns of text, which appear to be part of an article discussing the excavation of Cluny Abbey and the discoveries made there. The article includes several paragraphs detailing the findings, such as "Found Ruins and Passageways Beneath Stale Floor—Interesting Examples of Mediaeval Architecture".
The page also has handwritten numbers at the top left side, which are "64-83 17," possibly indicating page numbers or reference numbers. In the top right corner, there is another set of numbers: "13".
This image does not have any pictures or illustrations; it only contains textual information. The document's background is somewhat aged, with light browning around the edges, suggesting it may be an older print. The text itself is legible and appears to be in a standard serif font typical of printed literary works.
The image shows a newspaper clipping from October 5, 1931, detailing a historical discovery made by Professor F.J. Conant, a member of the Harvard faculty, during his summer excavations at Cluny Abbey in France. The headline reads, "PROFESSOR CONANT UNEARTHS RUINS OF FRENCH ABBEY," followed by a subheading, "Startling Discoveries Made by Member of Harvard Faculty During Summer EXCAVATES CLUNY ABBEY."
The article documents Professor Conant's findings beneath the ruins of the historic abbey, including remnants of medieval architecture and significant artifacts like the venerable tomb and secret passageways. The discoveries provide insight into the abbey's construction methods, monastic life, and historical significance. The article includes a detailed recount of excavation work, noting various elements like the old foundations, artistic examples, crypts, and the secret passage near the chapel.
It emphasizes the importance of the find in understanding medieval monastic history and highlights specific features such as mortared stones, large dimensions of vaults, and historical dates. Additionally, mentions of figures like Saint Hugh and other notable individuals involved in the abbey's history are present, along with descriptions of architectural features found during the excavation.
The image shows a newspaper or magazine article titled "Professor Conant Unearths Ruins of French Abbey." The subtitle mentions "Startling Discoveries Made by Member of Harvard Faculty During Summer" and "Excavates Cluny Abbey." The article is divided into several paragraphs, detailing the excavation of the historic abbey at Cluny in France by Professor Conant, a Harvard associate professor of architecture. It describes the findings such as the vault of a large church, foundations preserved, passages beneath stable floors, and discoveries related to the tomb of Peter the Venerable.
There is also a section titled "Secret Passage," discussing the discovery of a secret drainage passage near the chapel, speculated to have a connection to a legendary buried treasure. The article provides historical context and notes the significance of the findings in relation to medieval architecture and monastic orders.
At the very top of the article, there is a handwritten date that reads "Oct 5 1931," which likely indicates the publication date. The text is printed in black on a light beige paper.