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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, February 1958-December 1960

ARCH.2003.34, Rendition: 806955

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The image shows a page from the Harvard Business School Bulletin, dated December 1958. The page is titled "CHRISTMAS" and features a decorative border around the text. The main content discusses the usual focus of the Bulletin on business-related topics but mentions a special effort for the Christmas season to capture the universal essence of the holiday, with a mention of "Christmastime." It also references an article asking a photographer to capture images of the University Chapel, the Fogg Art Museum, and the Busch-Reisinger Museum. The text is accompanied by a black-and-white photograph in the upper left corner of a steeple and surrounding trees, likely representing one of the locations mentioned in the text. The page appears aged, with some yellowing and discoloration on the edges of the paper, suggesting it is from an older publication.

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This image shows a page from the Harvard Business School Bulletin, dated December 1958. The page features a section titled "CHRISTMAS," which is framed by an ornate border. The text discusses the usual focus of the Bulletin on business-related topics but acknowledges the special need to express something of the universal spirit of Christmas. It mentions that the editors commissioned their favorite photographer, Ingeborg, to take pictures at the University Chapel, the Fogg Art Museum, and the Busch-Reisinger Museum, which evoke a Christmastime feeling.

To the left of the text, there is a black-and-white photograph of a snow-covered scene, likely depicting one of the mentioned locations, possibly the University Chapel, as it features a prominent steeple. The photograph is framed by the text and the ornate border. There are some visible stains on the page, suggesting it may be an older or well-handled document. The top of the page has handwritten text that reads "Harvard Business School Bulletin, December, 1958."

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The image shows an open book with a page on the left and a page on the right. The page on the left has a black-and-white photograph of a church, and the page on the right has a black-and-white text. The text reads "Christmas" and is written in a bold font. The text is surrounded by a black border with a white design. The page has a blue border on the left side.

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The image shows a page from a bulletin with a Christmas theme. The bulletin is titled "Harvard Business School Bulletin, December 1958." The page has a black-and-white photograph of a church steeple surrounded by trees, with a black border. The text on the page reads "CHRISTMAS" in bold letters, followed by a message that reads, "All year long the BULLETIN is occupied-and rightly so-with problems and issues which concern the businessman as a businessman: business responsibility, business education, business careers, business history, and so on." The message continues with a note about the need to express something of the universal of which all these are part. The bulletin includes a quote from a photographer, Ingeborg, who took some pictures at the University Chapel, the Fogg Art Museum, and the Busch-Reisinger Museum, which said, "Christmastime" to her.

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The image shows an open book, specifically a page from the Harvard Business School Bulletin dated December 1948. The page is titled "CHRISTMAS" and features a decorative border with intricate, ornate patterns. The text on the page discusses the bulletin’s usual focus on business-related topics but highlights a special Christmas-themed issue. It mentions that the editors asked photographer Ingeborg to capture images at the University Chapel, the Fogg Art Museum, and the Busch-Reisinger Museum, which were described as "Christmassine." The page also includes a black-and-white photograph on the left side, depicting a serene winter scene with bare trees and a prominent church steeple in the background, suggesting a peaceful, wintry setting. The book itself has a light brown cover with visible spine and edges, indicating it is an older publication. The overall design and content suggest a nostalgic and festive theme, blending academic and holiday elements.

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The image presents a vintage page from the Harvard Business School Bulletin, dated December 1958. The page features a black-and-white photograph of a church steeple in the snow, accompanied by a festive Christmas message.

  • Title and Date
    • The title "Harvard Business School Bulletin" is handwritten in blue ink at the top of the page.
    • The date "December, 1958" is written below the title.
  • Photograph
    • A black-and-white photograph of a church steeple in the snow is placed on the left side of the page.
    • The photograph appears to be taken during the winter season, with snow-covered trees and bushes surrounding the church.
  • Christmas Message
    • A Christmas message is printed in the center of the page, surrounded by a decorative border.
    • The message reads: "All year long the BULLETIN is occupied—and rightly so—with problems and issues which concern the businessman as a businessman: business responsibility, business education, business careers, business history, and so on. But at this special season the Editors felt the need to express something of the universal of which all these are part. So we asked our favorite photographer, Ingeborg, to take some pictures at the University Chapel, the Fogg Art Museum, and the Busch-Reisinger Museum, which said 'Christmasime' to her. We hope they will to you, too."
  • Decorative Border
    • A decorative border surrounds the Christmas message, featuring a repeating pattern of leaves and flowers.
    • The border adds a touch of elegance and festivity to the page.

In summary, the image showcases a vintage page from the Harvard Business School Bulletin, featuring a beautiful black-and-white photograph of a church steeple in the snow, accompanied by a heartfelt Christmas message and a decorative border.

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The image depicts a page from the Harvard Business School Bulletin, dated December 1958. The page features a black-and-white photograph of a church steeple surrounded by trees on the left side, accompanied by a Christmas message in the center. The message is titled "Christmas" and includes a paragraph of text that expresses the editors' desire to capture the spirit of the season through photographs taken at various locations, including the University Chapel, the Fogg Art Museum, and the Busch-Reisinger Museum. The page has a yellowed appearance, with some stains and tears visible, and is bound in a book with a green spine. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of nostalgia and celebration, evoking a sense of tradition and community.

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The image presents a page from an old book, featuring a Christmas-themed article. The page is yellowed and worn, with visible signs of aging.

  • Page Layout
    • The page is open to a section with a title that reads "Harvard Business School Bulletin, December, 1958" at the top.
    • Below the title, there is a large white rectangle containing the main content of the page.
    • The rectangle is positioned slightly off-center to the right, leaving a small margin on the left side.
  • Image and Text
    • On the left side of the rectangle, a small black-and-white photograph is embedded, depicting a church steeple surrounded by trees.
    • To the right of the photograph, a decorative border frames a section of text titled "CHRISTMAS" in large letters.
    • The text within the border discusses the significance of Christmas and the Bulletin's focus on business-related topics throughout the year.
    • The editors express their desire to capture the universal spirit of Christmas by featuring photographs taken by Ingeborg, a photographer, at various locations such as the University Chapel, the Fogg Art Museum, and the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
  • Page Condition
    • The page exhibits signs of aging, including yellowing and water damage, which has caused discoloration and staining.
    • The overall appearance suggests that the book is old and has been handled extensively.

In summary, the image showcases a page from a vintage Harvard Business School Bulletin, highlighting the editors' attempt to convey the essence of Christmas through photographs and text. The page's condition reflects its age and history, adding to its nostalgic value.

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The image presents a vintage, open book with a page featuring a Christmas message from the Harvard Business School Bulletin, dated December 1958.

  • Book Cover and Page
    • The book is bound in green leather.
    • The page is yellowed with age and has a browned edge.
    • A small, black-and-white photograph of a church steeple is attached to the left side of the page.
  • Christmas Message
    • The message is titled "CHRISTMAS" in large, bold letters.
    • The text is written in a formal tone and expresses the editors' desire to convey a sense of universality during the holiday season.
    • The message mentions that the Bulletin typically focuses on business-related topics but wanted to include a special Christmas message.
    • The message is signed by the editors, who asked photographer Ingelborg to take pictures at the University Chapel, the Fogg Art Museum, and the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
  • Photograph
    • The photograph shows a church steeple surrounded by trees.
    • The photograph is small, measuring approximately one-quarter of the page.
  • Background
    • The background of the image is a plain gray color.

In summary, the image depicts a vintage book page from the Harvard Business School Bulletin, featuring a Christmas message and a small photograph of a church steeple. The message is a heartfelt expression of the universal spirit of Christmas, and the photograph adds a touch of nostalgia and festivity to the page.

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The image depicts a page from the "Harvard Business School Bulletin" dated December 1958. The page is titled "Christmas" and features a festive message. The text explains that the bulletin, which usually focuses on business-related issues such as businessmen, business responsibility, business education, business careers, and business history, has taken a different approach for this special season. The editors express a desire to convey a more universal message during this time.

The text reads:
"All year long the BULLETIN is occupied—and rightly so—with problems and issues which concern the businessman as a businessman: business responsibility, business education, business careers, business history, and so on. But at this special season the Editors felt the need to express something of the universal of which all these are part. So we asked our favorite photographer to take some Christmas pictures at the University Chapel, the Fogg Art Museum, and the Busch-Reisinger Museum which said 'Christmastime' to her. If it hope they will to you, too."

The page includes a black-and-white photograph of a snowy scene with a church steeple, likely representing a serene and festive winter atmosphere. The design of the page incorporates a decorative border, adding to the festive theme. The page appears to be part of a bound book or magazine, with visible tape marks indicating it might have been archived or preserved.