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The image is a newspaper clipping from the Boston Herald, dated October 18, 1950. The article discusses an exhibition at the Theater Collection of the Harvard College Library, which showcases more than 200 designs for settings and costumes of plays produced in America since 1915.

The photograph accompanying the article features a woman, identified as Mary Jane Hodges of Andover, inspecting giant puppets used in Stravinsky’s opera "Oedipus Rex." The puppets are on display in the Fogg Museum. The exhibition was set to continue through November 25. The photo credit is given to Arthur Jansen, a staff photographer for the Herald.

The image is a newspaper clipping from the Boston Herald, dated October 18, 1950. The headline and caption indicate that the Theater Collection of the Harvard College Library is exhibiting more than 200 designs for settings and costumes of plays produced in America since 1915. The photograph, taken by Arthur Hansen, shows a woman, identified as Mary Jane Hodges of Andover, inspecting giant puppets used in Stravinsky's opera "Oedipus Rex," which is on display at the Fogg Museum. The exhibition was scheduled to continue through November 25. The clipping also includes a label from "Boston News Clip," with an address at 120 Tremont Street, Boston, Massachusetts.

The image is a newspaper clipping from the Boston Herald dated October 18, 1950. The clipping is from the Boston News Clip collection, located at 120 Tremont Street, Boston, Massachusetts.

The article discusses an exhibition at the Harvard College Library. Specifically, it highlights the Theater Collection of the Harvard College Library, which is showcasing over 200 designs for settings and costumes of plays produced in America since 1915. The article mentions Mary Jane Hodges of Andover inspecting giant puppets used in Stravinsky's opera "Oedipus Rex," which is displayed in the Fogg Museum. The exhibition is noted to continue through November 25.

The clipping includes a photograph by Arthur Hansen showing a person (likely Mary Jane Hodges) standing beside two large, stylized puppet figures. One puppet has an elaborate headdress, and the other is a more abstract, human-like form.

The image is a newspaper clipping from the Boston Herald, dated October 18, 1950. The clipping is titled "THEATER COLLECTION OF THE HARVARD COLLEGE LIBRARY is exhibiting more than 200 designs for settings and costumes of plays produced in America since 1915."

The article highlights an exhibition at the Harvard College Library, specifically in the Fogg Museum. It features a photograph of two giant puppets used in Igor Stravinsky's opera "Oedipus Rex." The puppets are shown in a detailed and somewhat abstract manner, with one puppet having long, flowing hair and the other one appearing more skeletal and less detailed.

In the background of the photograph, a person, possibly Mary Jane Hodges of Andover, is inspecting the puppets. The clipping mentions that the exhibition will continue through November 25. The photograph is credited to Arthur Hansen and is labeled as a Herald Staff Photo. The clipping is from 120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Massachusetts.

This image is a vintage newspaper clipping from the Boston Herald, dated October 18, 1950. The clipping is titled "Theater Collection of the Harvard College Library" and is associated with the address 120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass.

The article describes an exhibition featuring more than 200 designs for settings and costumes of plays produced in America since 1915. The specific focus is on giant puppets used in Igor Stravinsky's opera "Oedipus Rex," which are being inspected by Mary Jane Hodges of Andover. The exhibition is being held in the Fogg Museum and will continue through November 25.

The photograph accompanying the article shows three images:

1. A person in a dark suit with arms crossed, standing in front of a display.
2. A large puppet resembling a character from "Oedipus Rex," with a long white robe and a mask-like head.
3. Another large puppet figure, this one also in a white robe but with a different mask-like head design.

The caption at the bottom of the clipping reads: "THEATER COLLECTION OF THE HARVARD COLLEGE LIBRARY is exhibiting more than 200 designs for settings and costumes of plays produced in America since 1915. Here Mary Jane Hodges of Andover inspects giant puppets used in Stravinsky's opera 'Oedipus Rex,' in Fogg Museum. The exhibition will continue through Nov. 25." The photograph is credited to Arthur Hansen of the Herald Staff.

This image is a news clipping from the Boston Herald dated October 18, 1950. The clipping showcases a photograph related to a theater exhibit at Harvard College Library.

In the photograph:

• There is a woman on the left side who appears to be inspecting two large puppets or figures.
• The two tall figures she is examining resemble elongated human forms, possibly giant puppets or marionettes.

The caption below the photo states:
"THEATER COLLECTION OF THE HARVARD COLLEGE LIBRARY is exhibiting more than 200 designs for settings and costumes of plays produced in America since 1915. Here Mary Jane Hodges of Andover inspects giant puppets used in Stravinsky's opera 'Oedipus Rex,' in Fogg Museum. The exhibition will continue through Nov. 25."

The image captures an important moment from an exhibition of theatrical designs and artifacts, specifically highlighting giant puppets from Igor Stravinsky's opera "Oedipus Rex." The exhibition at the Fogg Museum was part of a broader display featuring various theatrical designs from American productions since 1915.

The image shows a newspaper clipping with a photo and accompanying text. The photo, credited to "Herald Staff Photo by Arthur Hansen," depicts a person observing two large and somewhat abstract puppets. The puppets appear to be part of an exhibition related to theater; their exaggerated features and poses suggest they were designed for stage performance and not for realistic representation.

The top of the clipping has the header "BOSTON NEWS CLIP," with the address "120 Tremont Street Boston 8, Mass." and indicates the source as "Herald Boston, Mass." with the date "OCT 18 1950."

Below the photo, the text describes the context: "THEATER COLLECTION OF THE HARVARD COLLEGE LIBRARY is exhibiting more than 200 designs for settings and costumes of plays produced in America since 1915. Here Mary Jane Hodges of Andover inspects giant puppets used in Stravinsky's opera 'Oedipus Rex,' in Fogg Museum. The exhibition will continue through Nov. 25." This gives information about the exhibition and clarifies that the photo captures a moment in which an individual is examining the puppets on display.

The image features a newspaper clipping from the Boston Herald dated October 18, 1950. The clipping includes a photograph of two large puppets standing next to each other, possibly used in a theatrical production. The puppets have exaggerated features, with one appearing to be a woman and the other a man, both dressed in long flowing garments. The photograph is accompanied by a headline that reads "Theater Collection of the Harvard College Library is exhibiting more than 200 designs for settings and costumes of plays produced in America since 1915." The clipping also includes a brief description of the exhibition, which is taking place at the Fogg Museum and will continue through November 25. The clipping is mounted on a white background, and the text is written in black ink.

The image is a black-and-white newspaper clipping from the Boston Herald, dated October 18, 1950. The clipping is titled "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" and is from 120 Tremont Street, Boston, Mass. It features a photograph and accompanying text.

Photograph Description:

• The photograph shows two large puppets standing side by side.
  • The puppet on the left is dressed in elaborate, flowing robes, suggesting a character from a theatrical or operatic production. The puppet's face appears stylized, with a neutral expression, and it holds a long staff or rod.
  • The puppet on the right is similarly dressed in a flowing, elegant gown and also holds a long staff. This puppet has a more abstract or minimalist design, with a simplified facial expression.
• In the foreground, to the left of the puppets, there is a woman standing with her arms crossed, observing the puppets. She appears to be inspecting them, and her posture suggests curiosity or professional interest.
• The background is dark, which emphasizes the puppets and the woman in the foreground.

Text Description:

• The caption at the bottom of the clipping reads:

  "THEATER COLLECTION OF THE HARVARD COLLEGE LIBRARY is exhibiting more than 200 designs for settings and costumes of plays produced in America since 1915. Here Mary Jane Hodges of Andover inspects giant puppets used in Stravinsky's opera 'Oedipus Rex,' in Fogg Museum. The exhibition will continue through Nov. 25."

• The photograph is credited to Arthur Hansen, identified as a Herald staff photographer.

Context:

• The clipping highlights an exhibition at the Harvard College Library, showcasing theatrical designs and costumes from American productions since 1915.
• The focus of the image is on giant puppets used in Stravinsky's opera "Oedipus Rex", which were being inspected by Mary Jane Hodges of Andover.
• The exhibition is taking place at the Fogg Museum, and it is set to continue until November 25.

Overall Impression:

The image captures a moment of cultural and artistic significance, showcasing the intersection of theater, opera, and design. The large puppets, the professional inspection by Mary Jane Hodges, and the historical context of the exhibition all contribute to a sense of artistic appreciation and scholarly interest in theatrical history. The black-and-white format and the newspaper clipping style give the image a vintage, historical feel.

The image shows a clipping from a newspaper that has been taped to a piece of paper. The clipping has a black-and-white photograph of two giant puppets and a man standing next to them. The man is wearing a suit and has his arms crossed. The clipping also has text that reads "Theater Collection of the Harvard College Library is exhibiting more than 200 designs for settings and costumes of plays produced in America since 1915. Here Mary Jane Hodges of Andover inspects giant puppets used in Stravinsky's opera 'Oedipus Rex' in Fogg Museum. The exhibition will continue through Nov. 25." The clipping is from the Boston News Clip, and the date is October 18, 1950.