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This image displays an aged, yellowed newspaper clipping carefully mounted onto a page of a scrapbook or album. The paper is visibly old, with browned edges and some minor stains or foxing, characteristic of mid-20th-century newsprint.

The clipping is from the N. H. Sunday News, published in Manchester, N. H., on May 11, 1965 (Circ. 34,617). It was distributed by the New England Newspaper Agency, Inc. The article is titled:

Exhibition of American and English Silver Now at Currier Gallery of Art

The article details a significant exhibition of American and English silver at the Currier Gallery of Art in Manchester. It highlights the gallery's acquisition of an important piece of silver by John Cony (or Coney), created in 1707, which was donated in memory of H. Ellis Straw. The piece is described as a chocolate pot, an example of 18th-century American silver, and is noted for its association with prominent figures, including the Harvard College president Edward Holyoke and Oliver Wendell Holmes.

The article also mentions:

• Another significant piece: a silver porringer from 1710, also by Cony.
• A set of four chairs made in 1728 by John Gaines of Portsmouth, N.H., which are on display.
• A portrait of Dorothy Coney by John Singleton Copley, painted in 1767, owned by the Massachusetts Historical Society.
• The exhibition continues through April 4 (this appears to be an error in the clipping, as the paper is dated May 11, 1965, likely meaning the exhibition ends on June 4 or another later date, not April 4).

Several sections of the clipping are cut out or obscured, particularly on the right side of the article and in the masthead area. The article is taped or glued to the scrapbook page, which shows the texture and age of its own paper.

The overall presentation suggests this was saved by a collector or enthusiast interested in the history of American and English silver, or perhaps locals to Manchester who attended the exhibition. It is a well-preserved slice of cultural history from 1965, documenting a significant art event in New Hampshire.

The image shows a page from an old book or document. The page is yellowed with age and has visible wear along the edges, suggesting it is quite old. The text on the page appears to be a news clipping or article about an exhibition of American and English silver at the Currier Gallery of Art in Manchester. The article discusses various pieces of silver, their origins, and historical context. There is also a header at the top of the page that reads "New England Newsclip Agency, Inc." with additional information about the newspaper it was clipped from. The page seems to be part of a collection or scrapbook, as indicated by the way it is affixed to the page of the book with a tape or adhesive.

The image shows a page from a scrapbook containing a newspaper clipping. The newspaper is the "N. H. Sunday News" from Manchester, N.H., dated March 11, 1956. The headline of the clipping reads "Exhibition of American and English Silver Now at Currier Gallery of Art." The article discusses an exhibition of American and English silver from the 17th and 18th centuries at the Currier Gallery of Art in Manchester, New Hampshire. It mentions various pieces of silver, including a sugar bowl by the Boston silversmith John Coney, a caudle cup from the Fogg Museum at Harvard University, and a tankard from the Wadsworth Atheneum in Hartford. The article also notes the inclusion of three early portraits in the exhibition. The paper and the scrapbook page appear to be aged, with a yellowish tint.

The image shows an open book with a newspaper clipping pasted on the left page. The clipping is from the New England News Agency, dated March 11, 1955. The headline reads "Exhibition of American and English Silver Now at Currier Gallery of Art." The article discusses an exhibition of American and English silver at the Currier Gallery of Art in Manchester, highlighting various silver pieces, their historical significance, and the artists behind them. The book appears to be a scrapbook, as the clipping is affixed with tape, and the pages are worn, indicating frequent handling.

The image shows an open book with a newspaper clipping pasted inside. The book is bound in brown paper with a faded spine. The clipping is placed in the center of the page, covering a significant portion of the text. The clipping features an article titled "Exhibition of American and English Silver Now at Currier Gallery of Art" with accompanying text and a photograph. The clipping is affixed to the page with tape, and the edges of the clipping are slightly curled.

The image shows an open book with aged, yellowed pages, indicative of historical or vintage material. The book appears to be a newspaper or journal, as evidenced by the structured layout and columnar text. The visible page contains a headline that reads: "Exhibition of American and English Silver Now at Currier Gallery of Art."

Key Details:

1. Headline and Context:

   • The headline announces an exhibition of American and English silver at the Currier Gallery of Art.
   • The article discusses the historical significance of silver as an art form, mentioning its role in the 18th century and its presence in various collections, including the Boston Athenaeum and the Harvard College Art Museum.

2. Content Highlights:

   • The text references notable pieces of silver, such as a "Chocolate pot" and a "teapot," and describes their craftsmanship and historical value.
   • It mentions specific individuals and institutions, such as the Boston Athenaeum, Harvard College Art Museum, and the Currier Gallery of Art.
   • The article also touches on the aesthetic and symbolic qualities of silver, noting its rich ornamentation and historical importance.

3. Layout and Design:

   • The text is printed in a classic, serif font typical of older publications.
   • The columns are narrow and dense, with justified alignment, a common style for newspapers and journals of the era.
   • There are visible page numbers and a header at the top, indicating this is part of a larger publication.

4. Condition:

   • The pages have a worn, aged appearance, with discoloration and slight creasing, suggesting the book is old and has been handled over time.
   • There are visible stains or markings, particularly near the top left corner of the page, which may be from handling or storage.

5. Additional Elements:

   • At the top of the page, there is a header or masthead that includes details such as the publication name ("New England Newspaper Agency, Inc."), location ("Boston & Richmond, 3,430"), and other metadata like circulation figures and date ("MAR 11 1866").
   • The article is part of a larger collection, as indicated by the structured format and the presence of other text columns on the same page.

Overall Impression:

The image depicts a historical newspaper or journal page from March 11, 1866, focusing on an art exhibition of silver at the Currier Gallery of Art. The content highlights the cultural and artistic value of silver, providing insights into its historical significance and the institutions that preserved and showcased it. The aged appearance of the page adds a sense of historical authenticity to the document.

The image depicts a page from a scrapbook that contains a newspaper clipping. The article, titled "Exhibition of American and English Silver Now at Currier Gallery of Art," is about a silverware exhibit at the Currier Gallery of Art. The text in the article provides historical and descriptive details regarding the silver items on display, focusing on works by American and English silversmiths. It also highlights notable pieces from the collection and mentions their significance. The clipping is glued onto a scrapbook page, which is aged and discolored, showing signs of wear over time. The headline, publication location (Manchester, N.H.), and publication date (March 11, 1966) are also visible. The margins of the clipping appear slightly jagged, suggesting it was manually cut from the original newspaper.

This image shows an open book with a newspaper clipping pasted on the right page. The newspaper article appears to be from an edition dated "MAR 11 1965" and is titled "Exhibition of American and English Silver Now at Currier Gallery of Art." Part of the article's text is visible, relating to a specific exhibition of silver artwork and includes references to historical items, their origins, and descriptions of certain pieces.

The clipping is incomplete, with the top-left corner and some sections of the article missing, which means that portions of the content are lost. The text present refers to various collectors, historical pieces, and locations, indicating a detailed discussion of the art on display. The left page of the book is blank, and the overall image indicates either an archival or personal record-keeping, where the article has been preserved for reference or memory. The pages of the book have aged and discolored over time, adding a vintage character to the image.

The image shows a page from an old scrapbook or book with a newspaper clipping pasted onto it. The clipping is titled "Exhibition of American and English Silver Now at Currier Gallery of Art" and appears to be from the N.H. Sunday News, Manchester, N.H., dated March 11, 1956. The article discusses an exhibition at the Currier Gallery of Art in Manchester, showcasing American and English silver items dating from the 17th and 18th centuries. It describes notable pieces such as a sugar-box from London, a chocolate pot, a tankard with an American eagle, and early silver by Jeremiah Dummer and John Coney. The article also mentions some early portraits included in the exhibition and provides historical context about the pieces and their provenance. The clipping is a long vertical rectangle with some small text blocks and is taped or glued onto the aging brownish page.

An old scrapbook page with yellowed paper. A long torn newspaper clipping is pasted near the center, with the headline about an “Exhibition of American and English Silver Now at Currier Gallery of Art” (Manchester, N.H.) and columns of text. A smaller clipping at the top left includes a date (likely March 11, 1956). The page shows wear and torn edges, typical of a vintage cut-and-paste collage.