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This image displays a historical newspaper clipping from the Boston Record, dated October 18, 1930, alongside an accompanying caption card. It documents an exhibit at Harvard College’s Fogg Museum featuring stage design elements from the 1931 Metropolitan Opera production of Oedipus.

The central black-and-white photograph showcases two towering, nine-foot-tall marionettes—representing the characters Oedipus and Jocasta—designed for the opera. These figures are stylized and theatrical:

• The Oedipus marionette (on the left) wears a tall, textured headdress and a long, draped robe.
• The Jocasta marionette (on the right) has a simpler, elongated form with a high collar and holds a slender staff or scepter.

A woman, identified in the caption as Mrs. Thomas Kuhn of Cambridge, stands beside the Jocasta puppet to provide a sense of scale, emphasizing the marionettes’ monumental size. She is dressed in 1930s attire and gazes up at the figures.

The caption card, labeled “128F Exhibit,” explains that these marionettes were part of a larger exhibit of set designs for theaters housed at Harvard’s Fogg Museum. The photo credit at the bottom of the clipping reads: “Record-American Photo by Louis Teton.”

The clipping is preserved on aged, yellowed paper, reflecting its 1930s origin, and appears to be part of a museum or archival collection. It offers a rare glimpse into avant-garde theatrical design of the early 20th century, highlighting the integration of puppetry and opera in a major American cultural institution.

The image appears to be a historical news clipping from the "Boston News Clip" dated October 18, 1950. It features a photograph of a person interacting with two large marionettes. The marionettes are labeled as "Oedipus" and "Jocasta," and they are described as being used in a production of "Oedipus" at the Metropolitan Opera House in New York City in 1931. The marionettes are quite large, standing at 9 feet tall, and are part of an exhibit of set designs for theaters in Harvard College's Fogg Museum. The text indicates that the exhibit was part of a special collection related to the production of "Oedipus." The photograph is credited to Louis Teton, and the newspaper clipping seems to be marked with "128F."

This image is a vintage newspaper clipping from the "Record" in Boston, Massachusetts, dated October 18, 1950. The photograph and accompanying text are part of an exhibit at Harvard College's Fogg Museum.

The photograph shows a woman, Mrs. Thomas Kuhn of Lawrence Street, Cambridge, looking at two large, 9-foot-tall marionettes of Oedipus and Jocasta, which were used in the production of "Oedipus" at the Metropolitan Opera House in New York City in 1931. The marionettes are part of an exhibit of set designs for theaters.

The marionette on the left represents Jocasta, wearing a long, flowing dress with a veil covering her head. The marionette on the right represents Oedipus, wearing a long, sleeveless garment. The woman is standing to the right of the marionettes, looking at them with interest.

The text on the left side of the image provides additional information about the exhibit and the marionettes, while the text at the bottom right credits the photograph to Louis Teton.

A newspaper clipping is attached to a piece of paper. The clipping is from the Boston News Clip, dated October 18, 1930. The clipping shows a woman looking at two giant puppets of Oedipus and Jocasta. The woman is Mrs. Thomas Kuhn of Lawrence St., Cambridge. The clipping is attached to a piece of paper with the words "128F Exhibit" written on it.

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a newspaper clipping featuring an article about a theater exhibit at Harvard College's Fogg Museum. The clipping includes a photograph of two large marionettes, one depicting Oedipus and the other Jocasta, from a 1931 production of "Oedipus" at the Metropolitan Opera House in New York City. The article mentions that these marionettes are part of an exhibit of set designs for theaters. The clipping is dated October 18, 1959, and includes a caption that reads "Metropolitan Opera House." The photograph is credited to Louis Teon, and the clipping is from the Boston News Clip, located at 120 Tremont Street in Boston, Massachusetts.

The image is a historical photograph and accompanying newspaper clipping, likely from the early 20th century. It features a dramatic scene with three individuals dressed in elaborate costumes.

Photograph Description:

• Setting: The photograph appears to be taken in a dark, theatrical environment, possibly a studio or backstage area, with dim lighting that creates a moody and dramatic atmosphere.
• Subjects:
  • Central Figure: A tall, imposing figure dressed in a long, flowing white robe with a high collar, standing with arms outstretched. The figure has a mask-like face, suggesting a theatrical or symbolic representation.
  • Left Figure: Another individual, dressed in a dark, formal suit with a high collar and a tie, stands slightly behind and to the left of the central figure. This person has a stern expression and is positioned as if observing or interacting with the central figure.
  • Right Figure: A smaller individual, possibly a child, dressed in a light-colored outfit, stands to the right of the central figure. This figure appears to be looking up at the central figure with a contemplative or curious expression.
• Composition: The figures are arranged in a triangular composition, drawing the viewer's eye toward the central figure, which dominates the scene.

Newspaper Clipping Description:

• Headline/Title: The clipping is from the Boston News Clip, dated October 18, 1930, and is labeled as Record Boston, Mass.
• Exhibit Information: The clipping is labeled as 128F Exhibit and describes an event involving Mrs. Thomas Kuhn of Lawrence Street, Cambridge, who is viewing giant marionettes of Oedipus and Jocasta. These marionettes were used in the production of Oedipus at the Metropolitan Opera House in New York City in 1931.
• Context: The marionettes are part of an exhibit of set designs for theaters, displayed at Harvard College's Fogg Museum.
• Photographer Credit: The photograph is credited to Record-American Photo by Louis Teton.

Overall Context:

The image combines a theatrical photograph with a historical newspaper clipping, providing insight into a cultural event involving marionettes used in a major opera production. The dramatic poses and costumes suggest a performance or exhibition setting, while the clipping offers context about the exhibit and its significance. The photograph captures a moment of interaction between the figures, likely intended to showcase the scale and artistry of the marionettes.

The image shows a newspaper clipping featuring an exhibit with two large theatrical costume pieces. These garments are prominently displayed and have a historical or dramatic significance. They appear to be from an ancient or classical period, based on their style. The clipping is from "Boston News Clip" dated October 8, 1964. It mentions that the pieces are part of an exhibit from Harvard College's Fogg Museum, and it relates to the production of "Oedipus" that was staged at the Metropolitan Opera House in New York City in 1931. The text also references the characters Jocasta and Oedipus, suggesting that these costumes are associated with those roles from the Greek tragedy. The overall appearance of the clipping suggests it is an old document, with some signs of wear and discoloration.

This is a vintage newspaper clipping, with an image showing two large marionette figures depicted as Oedipus and Jocasta, and a person standing alongside them for scale and observation. The marionettes are described as being nine feet tall and were used for a production of "Oedipus" at the Metropolitan Opera House in New York in 1931. A caption in the clipping mentions that these figures were part of an exhibit of set designs for theaters, particularly at Harvard College's Fogg Museum. The image features faded tones typical of old publications, and the clipping includes additional text about the exhibit. A related piece of text from Boston News Clip is dated October 18, 1950.

The image is a black-and-white newspaper clipping featuring a woman standing next to two giant marionettes. The marionettes represent characters from the production of "Oedipus" at the Metropolitan Opera House in New York City from 1931. The marionettes are notably tall, about 9 feet in height. The woman, identified as Mrs. Thomas Kuhn of Lawrence St., Cambridge, is looking at the marionettes of Oedipus (left) and Jocasta. Both marionettes are dressed in long, theatrical costumes. The clipping includes a typed note identifying the exhibit and stating that these pieces are part of an exhibit of set designs for theaters at Harvard College's Fogg Museum. There is also a Boston News Clip label with a stamp dated Oct 18, 1950. Faces in the image are blurred or obscured.

A vintage collage made from old newspaper clippings. The central piece is a black‑and‑white photo of three life-size theatrical costumes on display (a tall robe or cloak, a long coat/dress, and a smaller outfit). Surrounding clippings include a Boston News Clip and an article about an exhibit, describing giant 9‑foot marionettes of Oedipus and Jocasta used in a Metropolitan Opera production and part of a theater-set design exhibit at Harvard’s Fogg Museum. The overall look is aged, sepia-toned paper with torn edges.