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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, October 1943-May 1947

ARCH.2003.29, Rendition: 803611

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The image shows a page from an old scrapbook or album, with a clipping from the Christian Science Monitor dated August 16, 1945. The clipping includes an illustration of a traditional Chinese painting featuring a figure in a flowing robe, standing on what appears to be waves or clouds, with a serene expression. The figure is depicted in a style characteristic of classical Chinese art.

The clipping is attached to the page with tape that has yellowed with age, indicating it has been preserved for a long time. There is also a label from the Boston News-Clip Bureau at the top of the page, which includes the address and date of the clipping. The label reads:

BOSTON NEWS-CLIP BUREAU

Bromfield Street

Boston 10, Mass.
Christian Science Monitor
Boston, Mass.
AUG 16 1945

There is also a handwritten number "150" in the top left corner of the page, possibly indicating a page number or cataloging system. The page itself shows signs of aging, with discoloration and some wear. The overall impression is of a carefully preserved historical document or artwork clipping.

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The image shows a page from a scrapbook or album. The page is dated "AUG 1 1945" and features a clipping from the "Boston News-Clip Bureau" with the heading "Christian Science Monitor, Boston, Mass." The main content of the clipping is a black and white illustration of a figure, possibly from a painting, standing with a flowing dress. The figure appears to be in a dynamic pose, perhaps dancing or moving.

There are some additional handwritten and typed elements on the page. The number "152" is written at the top left corner, possibly indicating an index or page number. There is also some text that appears to be pasted onto the page, including the word "August," which might be related to the date. The page itself is slightly discolored and has some tape marks, suggesting that the clippings and elements were pasted onto it some time ago. The overall look gives the impression of a carefully assembled collection or archive.

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The image is of a newspaper clipping from the Boston News-Clip Bureau dated August 16, 1945. This clipping is from the Christian Science Monitor, a publication based in Boston, Massachusetts.

The primary feature of the clipping is a black-and-white illustration. The artwork depicts a figure, likely a woman, holding what appears to be a parasol or umbrella. This figure is set against a backdrop of what seems to be a flowing, artistic design, possibly resembling water or clouds.

In the bottom left corner of the clipping, there are some additional notes and stickers, including one that reads "August Fur," and a small sticker from Shermans that appears to be related to some sort of classification or cataloging system.

The clipping is part of a larger collection, as indicated by the visible pages and the numbering system on the left side of the clipping, showing that it is from a bound volume. The overall condition of the clipping shows signs of wear and tear, typical of old newspaper archives.

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The image depicts a page from a scrapbook or a clipping book dated August 16, 1945, from the Boston News-Clip Bureau, Christian Science Monitor, Boston, Massachusetts. The page includes several elements:

  1. Header Information:

    • The top of the page shows the name and address of the Boston News-Clip Bureau at 8 Boston Street, Boston, Mass.
    • The date is August 16, 1945.
  2. Clipping:

    • The central part of the page features a newspaper clipping with a black-and-white photograph. The image shows a person in traditional attire, possibly a historical figure or cultural icon, depicted standing and facing slightly to the left. The person appears to be in a dynamic pose with flowing garments.
    • The caption below the image reads: "Harvard University, in The Christian Science Monitor, Reporting of Lo-Fei."
  3. Labels and Tags:

    • There are several labels and tags attached to the clipping. One tag at the bottom left corner reads "August Fur."
    • Another tag, positioned horizontally below the clipping, is labeled "Sherman's Resale."
  4. Miscellaneous:

    • The clipping is slightly damaged or worn, with some areas showing signs of creasing and tearing.
    • The page number "157" is visible at the top left corner of the page.

The overall impression is that this page is part of a collection of newspaper clippings, possibly used for research, archival purposes, or personal interest.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper clipping album or scrapbook. The clipping is from the Christian Science Monitor, dated August 16, 1945. The newspaper clipping is titled "A Painting of Lo Fei" and is credited to Harvard University.

The central part of the page features a black-and-white illustration of a figure, which appears to be an artwork depicting a person in traditional attire, possibly historical or cultural. The figure is shown standing, holding an object in their hand, with flowing robes and detailed patterns in the background, likely representing water or clouds.

At the top of the clipping, there is a header that includes the Boston News-Clip Bureau address: 8 Boston Street, Boston, Mass. Below the illustration, there are some smaller notes and stickers. One of the stickers reads "August Fur," and there is another label with the name "Sherman's Residence."

The page itself appears to be part of a larger collection, as indicated by the page numbers and the green spine of the scrapbook visible on the left side. The edges of the clipping have been trimmed and attached to the page with tape.

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This image shows an old newspaper clipping preserved in what appears to be a binder or archival folder. The newspaper clipping is from the "Christian Science Monitor," dated August 16, 1945.

Key elements in the image:

  1. Header Information:

    • The header indicates the article is sourced from the "Boston News-Clip Bureau," located at 8 Bosworth Street, Boston, Massachusetts.
  2. Photograph:

    • The clipping features a large illustration or photograph of a woman, who appears to be seated and holding or interacting with a fur garment. The image has a somewhat artistic or stylized quality.
  3. Caption:

    • Below the photograph, there is a label that reads "August Fur."
  4. Annotations:

    • There are some annotations on the newspaper clipping, possibly for archival purposes, indicating that it was donated to the Christian Science Monitor by someone from Harvard University.
  5. Folder:

    • The newspaper clipping is kept inside a folder, which has a greenish spine and beige front cover. The folder has some tape and labels, indicating it might be part of a larger archival collection.

Overall, this image depicts an archived news article focusing on furs, likely related to fashion or seasonal trends, from the mid-20th century.

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The image shows an old scrapbook or album page that contains a newspaper clipping. The clipping is from the Christian Science Monitor, dated August 16, 1945, and was sourced from the Boston News-Clip Bureau located at 8 Bosworth Street, Boston, Mass.

The newspaper clipping itself contains a black-and-white illustration or painting of a figure in flowing garments, likely a woman, shown from the back or in profile facing right. The figure is depicted with a serene, flowing robe that seems to blend with the background, which includes swirling, wave-like patterns. The clipping has some text at the bottom, partially obscured, but it refers to a "painting of Lo Pei" and mentions Harvard University.

There is also another smaller piece of newspaper or document attached upside down near the bottom of the clipping, with partial visible text "August Fur..." and a mention of "SHERMAN'S" and "N.Y." The overall condition of the page shows some aging signs like yellowing and tape marks where items have been affixed.

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This image features an old newspaper clipping from the "Boston News-Clip Bureau," dated August 16, 1945. The clipping is contained within what appears to be a scrapbook or a binder, as indicated by the surrounding page edges and a glimpse of the margin with holes for binding. The newspaper is from the Christian Science Monitor, published in Boston, Massachusetts. Below the date stamp, there is a portion of text, likely related to the content of the article or image; however, that part is not legibly visible. The article includes an illustration or photograph printed in black and white, depicting a person seated and wearing a period dress, with their right hand resting on something, possibly a piece of furniture. The environment suggests a historical setting. There are adhesive markings and varied discolorations on the surrounding pages, indicating the age and the use of the scrapbook over time.

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The image shows an open book or scrapbook page from a collection titled "Boston News-Clip Bureau," dated August 16, 1945. The page is part of a larger volume, as indicated by the visible spine and adjacent pages on the left side. The central focus of the page is a black-and-white illustration or photograph of a woman dressed in traditional East Asian attire, likely Chinese or Japanese. She is depicted in a flowing, elegant pose, with her hair styled in a traditional updo, suggesting a historical or cultural context.

Above the illustration, there is a header with the text "Christian Science Monitor" and the date "AUG 16 1945," indicating that this item was clipped from that newspaper on that specific date. The illustration itself appears to be a detailed, artistic rendering, possibly a historical or cultural depiction, and is accompanied by a caption or label at the bottom right that reads "INTING OF LO FEI," which may refer to the subject or artist of the illustration.

In the bottom left corner of the page, there is a small, folded piece of paper or clipping with visible text, including the word "SHRMANS" and some other partially obscured words. This suggests that additional clippings or notes were attached to the page, likely for reference or archival purposes.

The overall appearance of the page, with its aged paper, handwritten annotations, and clipped materials, indicates that this is part of a historical archive or collection, possibly used for research or documentation purposes. The green spine and numbering ("L 150") suggest it is part of an organized filing or indexing system.

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The image shows a page from a book or scrapbook with a collection of clippings. The clippings include a black-and-white drawing of a woman in a traditional dress, along with some text and a label that reads "BOSTON NEWS-CLIP BUREAU" and "Christian Science Monitor." The clippings are arranged in a grid-like pattern, with some of them having a green border and others having a white border. The page appears to be from the year 1945.