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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, October 1943-May 1947

ARCH.2003.29, Rendition: 803626

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The image is of a page from a scrapbook or a similar collection of clippings. It contains several newspaper and magazine clippings, each attached to the page. Here are the details:

  1. Top Left Clipping:

    • Source: Press Clipping Service
    • Location: Boston, Mass.
    • Content: This clipping seems to be from a service that provides press clippings, likely related to the other articles on the page.
  2. Top Right Clipping:

    • Source: Boston News Clip
    • Location: Boston, Mass.
    • Content: This clipping is from the Christian Science Monitor, dated December 3, 1946. The specific content of the article is not visible.
  3. Center Clipping:

    • Image: A photograph of a small gold calf figurine.
    • Caption: "MEDIEVAL SHOW—This little Calf in gold, only 1200 years old, may be seen at a Medieval and Byzantine exhibition of metalwork and jewelry from Dumbarton Oaks at Harvard's Fogg Museum."
    • Content: This clipping features an image and description of an artifact from a medieval exhibition.
  4. Bottom Right Clipping:

    • Source: Page 26 of the Boston Herald
    • Date: December 4, 1946
    • Content: The clipping mentions an article titled "Medieval and Byzantine Exhibition" at Harvard's Fogg Museum.

The page appears to be part of a collection focused on medieval and Byzantine artifacts, specifically related to an exhibition held at Harvard's Fogg Museum in December 1946. The clippings are neatly arranged and pasted onto the page, indicating a methodical approach to preserving these articles.

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The image shows a page from a scrapbook or album that contains a newspaper clipping. The clipping is from the Christian Science Monitor, dated December 3, 1945, as indicated by the heading in the top right corner. The article is about a medieval show at the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University, featuring a small golden statue referred to as a "Celt," which is approximately 1200 years old. The statue, depicted in the clipping, is standing and shown in detail. The text mentions that the exhibition also includes metalwork and jewelry from Dumbarton Oaks.

The clipping is pasted on the page, and there are some visible notations and stamps, including a stamp that reads "PRESS CLIPPING SERVICE" with an address from Traveler, Boston, Mass. There is also a notation in the top left that says "12/3/45," likely corresponding to the date of the clipping. The page itself appears to be part of a larger album, as the edges of other pages are visible on the left and bottom sides.

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The image shows a page from a press clipping service or newspaper archive. The page contains a newspaper article clipped from the "Traveler" and "Boston News Clip" publications, dated December 3, 1945.

The central part of the clipping features a black-and-white photograph of a person wearing what appears to be a medieval-style outfit, specifically a detailed dress with intricate patterns. The article accompanying the photograph is titled "Medieval Show," which notes that "this little Celt in gold, only 1200 years old, may be seen at a Medieval and Byzantine exhibition of metalwork and jewelry from Dumbarton Oaks at Harvard’s Fogg Museum."

The clipping includes labels from the sources:

  • The top left corner indicates it was from the "Press Clipping Service" from 2 Park Square, Boston, Mass.
  • The top right corner mentions it is from the "Boston News Clip" at 120 Tremont Street, Boston, Mass., and is also dated December 3, 1945.

The Fogg Museum of Art is noted as the location for the exhibition, which includes artifacts from Dumbarton Oaks. The date on the clipping itself is marked as "128 - T" which seems to be a reference number or file designation.

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The image shows a page from an archive or scrapbook containing two newspaper clippings from Boston, Massachusetts, dated December 1945.

  1. Top Clipping:

    • Source: Press Clipping Service, 2 Park Square, Boston, Mass.
    • Publication: Traveler
    • Date: December 3, 1945
    • Content: The clipping is titled "MEDIEVAL SHOW" and features a photograph of a gold artifact, likely a Celtic piece, which is described as being around 1,200 years old. The text mentions that this artifact can be seen at a Medieval and Byzantine exhibition of metalwork and jewelry from Dumbarton Oaks at Harvard's Fogg Museum.
  2. Bottom Clipping:

    • Source: Boston News Clip, 120 Tremont Street, Boston, Mass.
    • Publication: Christian Science Monitor
    • Date: December 3, 1945
    • Content: This clipping is less visible and only partially legible. It appears to be related to the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University, mentioning an exhibition of medieval and Byzantine artifacts, including metalwork and jewelry from Dumbarton Oaks.

The page also has some handwritten notations, including a date "DEC 3 - 1945" and a code "188 - T". The clippings are attached to the page with what seems to be adhesive tape. The edges of the paper show signs of aging and wear.

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The image shows a page from a press clipping service book. The page contains several newspaper clippings and notes from December 1945.

  1. Top Left Corner:

    • The clipping is from "Press Clipping Service" located at 2 Park Square, Boston, Mass.
    • The word "Traveler" is also noted.
  2. Main Clipping:

    • The central part of the page features a black-and-white photograph of a small golden Celtic artifact, which is described as a "Celt."
    • Below the photo, there is a caption that reads: "MEDIEVAL SHOW—This little Celt in gold, only 1200 years old, may be seen at a Medieval and Byzantine exhibition of metalwork and jewelry from Dumbarton Oaks at Harvard's Fogg Museum."
  3. Top Right Corner:

    • Another clipping is from "Boston News Clip," located at 120 Tremont Street, Boston, Mass.
    • This clipping is from the "Christian Science Monitor," dated December 3, 1945.
    • The text mentions an exhibit at the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University, showcasing medieval and Byzantine metalwork and jewelry from Dumbarton Oaks.
  4. Additional Notes:

    • The page includes handwritten notes and dates, such as "DEC 3 - 1945" in the top right corner.
    • The page is numbered "150" in the top left corner, indicating its position in a series.

The overall theme of the page revolves around an exhibition of medieval and Byzantine artifacts, specifically highlighting a small golden Celtic piece, and is sourced from clippings of the Boston-based Christian Science Monitor.

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The image depicts a page from a press clipping service featuring a historical news article. The clipping includes a photograph of an ancient artifact and some accompanying text.

Here are the details:

  1. Newspaper Clipping Header:

    • The header indicates that this clipping is from the "Christian Science Monitor," published in Boston, Massachusetts.
    • The date of the article is December 3, 1946.
  2. Photograph:

    • The photograph shows a small, intricately designed gold figurine, likely from the medieval period.
    • The figure appears to be a human-like shape with detailed work, possibly depicting a female form with an ornate dress.
  3. Article Text:

    • The caption under the photograph reads: "MEDIEVAL SHOW—This little Celt in gold, only 1200 years old, may be seen at a Medieval and Byzantine exhibition of metalwork and jewelry from Dumbarton Oaks at Harvard's Fogg Museum."
    • The article mentions that the artifact is part of a Medieval and Byzantine exhibition held at Harvard's Fogg Museum, showcasing metalwork and jewelry from Dumbarton Oaks.

Overall, the clipping is promoting an exhibition of medieval artifacts, specifically highlighting a small gold figurine that is approximately 1200 years old.

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The image shows a page from a scrapbook with two newspaper clippings attached. One clipping is an old photograph of a small sculpture or figurine described as a "little Celt in gold," around 1200 years old. It is standing upright against a plain background. Below the image is a caption explaining that the figure is part of a Medieval and Byzantine exhibition of metalwork and jewelry from Dumbarton Oaks at Harvard's Fogg Museum. The other clipping, located to the upper right of the photo, appears to be a news header from the Boston News Clip and Christian Science Monitor dated December 3, 1946. There is also a label from the Press Clipping Service, Boston, Mass., at the top left of the page. The scrapbook page itself is aged, with some discoloration.

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The image depicts a page from an archival or scrapbook collection, with various elements pasted onto it. One of these elements is a newspaper clipping featuring a photograph of a statue. Below the photo, a caption reads "MEDIEVAL SHOW—This 'little Celt in gold,' only 1,200 years old, may be seen at a Medieval and Byzantine exhibition of metalwork and jewelry, from Dumbarton Oaks at Harvard's Fogg Museum."

There are also pieces of paper attached to the page indicating the services that provided the clipping, labeled as "Press Clipping Service" and "BOSTON NEWS CLIP," along with the addresses in Boston, MA, and a date stamp of "DEC 3 - 1946." The page itself appears to be aged, with some discoloration and marks consistent with old documents. The arrangement of the clippings provides context suggesting the importance or relevance of the information, perhaps for research or personal interest in the topic.

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The image shows an open book with a single page visible. The page contains a photograph of a small, stylized figure, likely a medieval or Byzantine artifact, placed against a textured, light-colored background. The figure appears to be a small sculpture or statuette, dressed in a simple, flowing garment, and stands upright with a neutral posture.

Details on the Page:

  1. Photograph:

    • The central image is a black-and-white photograph of a small, intricately designed figure. The figure is depicted in a minimalist, artistic style, suggesting it is an ancient or historical artifact, possibly made of metal or another polished material.
    • The figure is dressed in a long, flowing garment, and its facial features are stylized rather than realistic.
  2. Textual Elements:

    • Caption: Below the photograph, there is a caption that reads:
      "MEDIEVAL SHOW—This little Celt in gold, only 1200 years old, may be seen at a Medieval and Byzantine exhibition of metalwork and jewelry from Dumbarton Oaks at Harvard's Fogg Museum."
      This indicates that the image is related to a historical exhibition featuring medieval and Byzantine artifacts, specifically highlighting a gold figure or "Celt" (possibly a reference to a type of artifact or figure) from the Dumbarton Oaks collection at Harvard's Fogg Museum.
    • Stickers/Labels:
      • On the left side of the page, there is a label from the Press Clipping Service, located at 2 Park Square, Boston, Mass., dated DEC 3, 1946, and labeled as "BOSTON NEWS CLIP". This suggests the image was clipped from a Boston newspaper or news service.
      • Another label on the top right indicates it was part of a collection or archive, possibly from the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University, with a date of DEC 3, 1946.
  3. Page Layout:

    • The page is part of a larger book or archive, as indicated by the visible page numbers ("450" on the left margin) and the presence of other clipped articles or labels.
    • The page has a clean, archival appearance, with a light beige background and neatly arranged text and images.

Contextual Inferences:

  • The image and accompanying text suggest that this is part of a historical or academic archive, likely documenting press coverage of an exhibition or event related to medieval and Byzantine art.
  • The reference to the Fogg Museum and Dumbarton Oaks indicates a scholarly or museum-related context, emphasizing the importance of the artifact being showcased.

Overall, the image captures a moment of historical documentation, showcasing a small medieval or Byzantine artifact as part of a public exhibition, with archival labels providing context about its origin and date.

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The image shows an open book with a clipping from the Boston News Clip. The clipping features an image of a golden statue of a person standing on a stone base, with a text that reads "MEDIEVAL SHOW—This little Celt in gold, only 1200 years old, may be seen at a Medieval and Byzantine exhibition of metalwork and jewelry from Dumbarton Oaks at Harvard's Fogg Museum." The clipping also includes the date "DEC 3 - 1946" and the location "Boston, Mass." The book is titled "Press Clipping Service" and has a label that reads "Traveler Boston, Mass."