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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1961-December 1965

ARCH.2003.35, Rendition: 804949

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The image shows the cover of a magazine titled "EMPORIUM," which is a monthly publication focused on art and culture. The cover is predominantly red with a white top section that features the magazine's title in bold, black, uppercase letters. Below the title, it reads "Rivista Mensile D'Arte E Di Cultura," indicating that it is a monthly magazine about art and culture.

The issue number and date are provided at the bottom of the cover, specifying "Anno LXVII - Volume CXXIII - N. 751 FEBBRAIO 1961," which translates to "Year 67 - Volume 123 - No. 751 February 1961."

Additionally, there is a small text at the bottom indicating the direction and administration of the magazine: "Direzione E Amministrazione: Istituto Italiano D'Arti Grafiche - Bergamo." This means the direction and administration are handled by the Italian Institute of Graphic Arts in Bergamo.

The price of the magazine is listed as "Prezzo L. 200 - Abbonati Il Doppio," which translates to "Price L. 200 - Subscribers Double."

The overall design of the cover is minimalist, with a focus on typography and color blocking.

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The image shows the cover of an issue of "Emporium," a monthly magazine of art and culture. The cover is from February 1961 (FEBBRAIO 1961).

Key details include:

  • The title "EMPORIUM" is prominently displayed in large, bold black letters at the top of the cover.
  • Below the title, in smaller text, it reads "RIVISTA MENSILE D'ARTE E DI CULTURA," which translates to "Monthly Magazine of Art and Culture."
  • The bottom of the cover indicates the publication details: "ANNO XXXVII - VOLUME CCCXXIII - N. 794," which translates to "Year XXXVII - Volume CCCXXIII - No. 794."
  • The price of the magazine is listed as "L. 350" (350 Italian Lire) and it is noted that it is sold by subscription ("ARETATO IL DOPPIO").
  • The magazine was directed and administered by the "ISTITUTO ITALIANO D'ARTI GRAFICHE" located in Bergamo, Italy.
  • The cover design features a bold red section at the bottom half with the date "FEBBRAIO 1961" in white text.

The overall aesthetic of the cover is minimalistic and modern for its time, with a clear focus on typography and color contrast.

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The image depicts the cover of a magazine titled "EMPORIUM." It is an Italian monthly art and culture magazine, as indicated by the subtitle "RIVISTA MENSILE D’ARTE E DI CULTURA."

The cover is primarily white with bold, large black letters spelling out "EMPORIUM" at the top. Below the title, there is a red horizontal bar occupying roughly half the vertical space of the cover. The lower portion of the cover, below the red bar, contains text in smaller font.

The specific issue shown is from February 1961, as noted by the text "FEBBRAIO 1961" near the bottom center of the cover. The cover also mentions the price (L. 300) and other administrative details such as the year (Anno LXXVII), volume (CXXIII), and number (N. 794).

The bottom of the cover lists the management information:

  • "DIREZIONE E AMMINISTRAZIONE: ISTITUTO ITALIANO D'ARTI GRAFICHE, BERGAMO."

There is also a handwritten note in red ink on the upper right corner of the cover, which appears to be a marking or cataloging number. The magazine appears to be bound within a larger collection or book, given the surrounding pages visible in the image.

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The image shows the cover of a magazine titled "Emporium." The cover is from the February 1961 issue of the magazine, which is identified as a monthly publication on art and culture ("Rivista Mensile d'Arte e di Cultura").

Here are some specific details visible on the cover:

  • The cover prominently features bold, black uppercase letters spelling out "EMPIORIUM."
  • Below the title, the subtitle reads "RIVISTA MENSILE D'ARTE E DI CULTURA."
  • The lower part of the cover lists the publication details: "ANNO XVII VOLUME CCCXIII N. 794," indicating that it is the 794th issue of the 17th volume.
  • The price is indicated as "PREZZO L. 300 - ARRETRATI IL DOPPO," meaning the price is 300 Lire, with a double price for any arrears.
  • The cover has the stamp of "Direzione e Amministrazione: Istituto Italiano d'Arti Grafiche - Bergamo" at the bottom, indicating the publisher and location.

The cover has a red background with white text, and there is a date stamp in the upper right corner, reading "Feb 1961." The magazine cover is part of an open book, with the next page visible in the lower part of the image.

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The image shows a page from a book or magazine. The page features a cover of a publication titled "EMPORIUM," which is a monthly journal of art and culture ("RIVISTA MENSILE D'ARTE E DI CULTURA"). The cover is predominantly red with the title "EMPORIUM" in large, bold black letters at the top. Below the title, the words "RIVISTA MENSILE D'ARTE E DI CULTURA" are written in smaller black letters.

In the lower portion of the cover, the date "FEBBRAIO 1961" (February 1961) is printed, indicating the issue date. Additional text at the bottom provides details about the publication: "ANNO XXVII – VOLUME XXVII – N. 314," and "DIREZIONE E AMMINISTRAZIONE: ISTITUTO ITALIANO D'ARTI GRAFICHE – BERGAMO." The price of the journal, "L. 300," is also mentioned.

There is some handwriting on the cover, which appears to say "p. 95," possibly indicating a page number.

The cover is glued or pasted onto a brown sheet, which is visible on the left and right sides of the image. The overall layout is clean and minimalistic, with a strong focus on the title and the red background.

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The image shows the cover of a magazine titled "Emporium." The details on the cover include:

  • The title "EMPORIUM" is prominently displayed in large, bold, black and white capital letters.
  • Below the title, it states "RIVISTA MENSILE D'ARTE E DI CULTURA," which translates from Italian to "Monthly Magazine of Art and Culture."
  • The issue is dated "Febbraio 1961," meaning February 1961.
  • The magazine is identified as "Anno LXVII - Volume CXXXIII - N. 794," indicating it is the 67th year of publication, volume 133, and issue number 794.
  • The price listed is "L. 300" (likely referring to Italian Lira), available in Italy and abroad.
  • The bottom of the cover states "Direzione E Amministrazione: Istituto Italiano d'Arti Grafiche - Bergamo," which indicates that the direction and administration are managed by the Italian Institute of Graphic Arts in Bergamo.

The overall design is simple and elegant, with a red central section and a neutral background.

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The image shows the cover of a magazine titled "EMPORIUM," which is described as a "RIVISTA MENSILE D'ARTE E DI CULTURA" (a monthly magazine of art and culture). The cover has a minimalist design with a large red rectangular block in the center. The top section of the cover features the magazine's title in very large, bold black letters stretching across the width. Below the title, there is the subtitle in smaller black capital letters.

At the bottom of the cover, details including the issue number (Anno LXVII - Volume CXXXIII - N. 794), the date (FEBBRAIO 1961), the price (L. 300), and the publisher information (DIREZIONE E AMMINISTRAZIONE: ISTITUTO ITALIANO D’ARTI GRAFICHE - BERGAMO) are printed in black text on a white background. There is a small handwritten note on the red section that appears to read "see p. 95." The magazine cover is set against a neutral beige background, likely the page it is mounted on.

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This image shows the cover of a magazine or journal. The cover design is simple and bold. At the top, in large black letters against a white background, is the title "EMPORIUM," which is likely the name of the publication. Below this title is a subtitle in smaller black font that reads "RIVISTA MENSILE D'ARTE E DI CULTURA," suggesting that this is a monthly art and culture magazine.

The bottom two-thirds of the cover shows a solid red block color. Just above this red section, in smaller print, is additional information that reads "ANNO LXVIII - VOLUME CXXXIII - N. 794," indicating the volume and number of the issue, which suggests this magazine has a long history. The date "FEBBRAIO 1961," which means February 1961, indicates the publication date.

At the bottom left corner, there is a line that reads "DIREZIONE E AMMINISTRAZIONE: ISTITUTO ITALIANO D'ARTI GRAFICHE - BERGAMO," specifying the direction, administration, and likely the publisher of the magazine, which appears to be the Italian Institute of Graphic Arts in Bergamo.

On the right-hand side of the bottom, the cover indicates the price, "PREZZO L. 300 - ABBONATI AL DEPOSITO," meaning that the magazine costs 300 Italian Lire and there is possibly a subscription deposit.

The image suggests that the book or magazine is fairly old, given the age-coloration of the paper and the style of the cover design, which is consistent with mid-20th-century graphic design aesthetics.

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The image depicts the cover of a magazine titled "EMPORIUM", which is described as a monthly review of art and culture ("RIVISTA MENSILE D'ARTE E DI CULTURA"). The design is clean and minimalistic, featuring bold, uppercase typography for the title.

Key Details:

  1. Title:

    • The word "EMPORIUM" is prominently displayed in large, bold, black letters at the top of the cover.
  2. Subtitle:

    • Below the title, the subtitle reads "RIVISTA MENSILE D'ARTE E DI CULTURA", indicating that it is a monthly publication focused on art and culture.
  3. Color Scheme:

    • The cover has a simple two-color design:
      • Top Section: Light beige or off-white background.
      • Bottom Section: A solid red background.
  4. Publication Information:

    • At the bottom of the cover, several details are provided:
      • "FEBBRAIO 1961": Indicates that this is the February 1961 issue.
      • "ANNO LXVI - VOLUME CCXIII - N. 794": Specifies the year (66th year), volume number (213th volume), and issue number (794th issue).
      • "DIREZIONE E AMMINISTRAZIONE: ISTITUTO ITALIANO D'ARTI GRAFICHE - BERCAMO": Lists the direction and administration as the Italian Institute of Graphic Arts in Vercamo.
      • "PREZZO L. 300 - ABBONATI LO DOPO": Indicates the price (300 lire) and mentions subscriptions.
  5. Handwritten Note:

    • There is a small handwritten note in the upper right corner that reads "sec. p. 95", likely referencing a specific page or section within the magazine.
  6. Binding:

    • The magazine appears to be bound in a soft, beige cardboard cover, typical of periodicals from the mid-20th century.

Overall Impression:

The cover exudes a classic, mid-20th-century aesthetic, with its bold typography, simple color scheme, and structured layout. It suggests a focus on high-quality content related to art and culture, likely catering to an educated or artistic audience. The inclusion of detailed publication information and the handwritten note adds a personal or archival touch, indicating that this might be a preserved or collected issue.

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The image shows an open book with a red cover. The cover has the title "EMPORIUM" in bold black letters. The magazine is titled "Rivista Mensile d'Arte e di Cultura" and was published in February 1961. The magazine is published by the Istituto Italiano d'Arte Grafiche in Bergamo. The cover of the magazine is printed on a red background with a white border.