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This image shows a page from a vintage newspaper clipping scrapbook, likely compiled for preservation or research purposes.

The central focus is a newspaper article titled “Handsome Trip Into The Past” by Jane Kay, dated DEC. 8, 1964, from the Patriot-Ledger (e) QUINCY, Mass. (Circ. 48,932).

Article Content

The article reviews an exhibition at the Harvard’s Fogg Art Museum titled “The Beauty of Ancient Art,” featuring 25 pieces from the Norbert Schimmel collection.

• The main image accompanying the article is a black-and-white photograph of a limestone relief depicting a “royal procession” — “two ladies-in-waiting standing in chariots following the royal family.” It’s noted as originating from temples and palaces in Amarna, about 1350 B.C. The exhibition ran through Feb. 14.
• The article praises the exhibition for bringing ancient artifacts from cultures like Egyptian, Greek, Etruscan, and Iranian into a modern American setting, calling it “splendorous.”
• A second, smaller photo shows a “RAMPANT LION” artifact — described as a classical antiquity thought to be part of a handle from 400 B.C. Corinth, with a “mock-ferocious beast” and “redish-green patina.” Its head is turned right, and its right ear and rear paws are missing.
• The text contrasts the “wretched state” of some artifacts with their enduring beauty and historical value, highlighting the “graceful modernity” of the Egyptian reliefs.

Other Clippings

Surrounding the main article are several other newspaper clippings from around the same time period, including:

• A notice from the Standard-Times (e) NEW BEDFORD, Mass. (Circ. 66,819), dated DEC 3 1964, titled “ART MUSEUM FIGURE DIES”, announcing the death of Roger Gilman, 90, of Cambridge, Mass. He was a “well-known Cambridge architect, and former director of publicity of Harvard-University’s Fogg Art Museum.” (Clipping is stamped “1964 Dec 3”).
• A clipping from N. E. Construction LEXINGTON, Mass., dated DEC 21 1964 (Circ. 4,982), also referencing Roger Gilman’s death.
• A partially visible clipping from the top right, likely a headline from "BOSTON GLOBE", mentioning “Dad” and “B.P. Cederberg,” with a small sketch of an antenna/tower.

Scrapbook Context

• The clippings are mounted on aged, yellowed paper within a hardbound scrapbook with a dark, textured cover visible on the right.
• Various stamps, handwritten notes, and glue marks suggest this was a curated collection — perhaps an obituary file or archival documentation on Boston-area cultural figures and events.
• The overall tone is academic and journalistic, preserving mid-20th century cultural coverage of museum exhibitions and notable deaths in the art/architecture world.

In essence, this image captures a historical snapshot of 1964 regional journalism covering art and culture in the Boston area, centered on an ancient art exhibition and the passing of a key figure associated with Harvard’s Fogg Museum.

The image appears to be a scanned page from a scrapbook or a collection of clippings, containing newspaper articles and images related to art and culture. The central focus is an article titled "Handsome Trip Into The Past" by Jane Kay, which discusses an exhibition at Harvard's Fogg Art Museum. The article mentions a limestone relief from the Amarna period (1350 B.C.), depicting a royal procession, and highlights other artworks from the Norbert Schimmel collection.

The page also contains smaller articles and images, such as a photograph of a lion figurine and another of a rampantly depicted lion. There are also news clippings about Roger Gilman, a notable figure associated with Harvard's Fogg Art Museum, and his passing. These clippings are dated from 1964. The surrounding pages of the scrapbook are visible on both sides of the central page, and the overall presentation suggests a收藏 for preserving historical and cultural information.

This image shows a newspaper clipping published in the "Patriot-Ledger" of Quincy, Massachusetts, dated December 8, 1964. The article is titled "Handsome Trip Into The Past" and is written by Jane Kay. It discusses an exhibition of ancient art at Harvard's Fogg Art Museum, featuring a collection of limestone reliefs from around 1350 B.C. The article highlights the beauty, quality, and preservation of the artifacts, which include reliefs of Egyptian figures, a rampart lion, and Greek vases.

The clipping includes two images: one of a royal procession relief showing two ladies-in-waiting standing in chariots, and another of a rampart lion from classical antiquity, thought to have been part of a handle from 400 B.C. The article also mentions the work of Norbert Schimmel, the collector of the artifacts, and the contribution of Roger Gilman, who died recently after a short illness.

Additionally, there are other clippings and notes attached to the page, including information about the New England Newsclip Agency, Inc., and other local news items. The clippings are pasted on a brown paper sheet, and the overall appearance suggests that this is part of a scrapbook or a collection of articles.

The image shows an open book with a newspaper clipping on the left page and a photograph of an ancient sculpture on the right page. The newspaper clipping is from a publication titled "The Galleries" and is dated December 2, 1964. It features an article titled "Handsome Trip Into The Past" written by Jane Kay. The article discusses an exhibition of ancient art at Harvard's Fogg Art Museum. The right page contains a photograph of an ancient relief sculpture depicting a lion and a human figure, along with a caption providing context about the sculpture.

The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and articles from the 1980s. The clippings are from different newspapers, including the Patriot-Ledger, N.E. Construction, and Standard-Times. The articles cover various topics, such as the exhibition of ancient artifacts in the Norbert Schimmel collection at Harvard's Fogg Art Museum, the death of Roger Gilman, a prominent architect and former director of the museum, and a review of the museum's collection of classical antiquities. The clippings are attached to a brown folder with a label that reads "The Galleries."

The image depicts a page from a newspaper or magazine, likely from the mid-20th century, featuring an article titled "Handsome Trip Into The Past". The article appears to be a review or feature about an exhibition of ancient art, specifically highlighting the Norbert Schimmel collection on display at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Key Elements in the Image:

1. Headline and Subheading:

   • The main headline, "Handsome Trip Into The Past," suggests that the article is about an engaging and visually appealing exhibition.
   • The subheading introduces the Norbert Schimmel collection, noting that it is part of the Fogg Art Museum's display.

2. Illustrations:

   • The article includes several black-and-white illustrations of ancient artifacts:
     • Top Illustration: A detailed relief depicting a royal procession. The caption identifies it as a limestone relief from Amarna, dating to around 1350 B.C. The relief shows figures, including what appears to be a chariot and possibly a royal figure, surrounded by attendants.
     • Bottom Illustration: A close-up of an artifact labeled "Rampant Lion", described as a bronze plate from classical antiquity, dating to around 400 B.C. The lion is depicted in a dynamic, rampant pose, with its head turned to the right. The caption notes that the artifact is part of the Schimmel collection and is displayed at the Fogg Museum.

3. Text Content:

   • The article discusses the beauty and diversity of ancient art, emphasizing the richness and historical significance of the collection. It mentions that the Schimmel collection includes items from various ancient cultures, such as Egypt, Greece, and the Near East.
   • The text highlights specific artifacts, such as vases, jewelry, and sculptures, and describes their craftsmanship and historical context. For example, it refers to Egyptian beads and horses, Greek vases, and Etruscan art.
   • The article also provides context about the Fogg Art Museum and its role in showcasing such collections, noting that the exhibition is open to the public and offers a unique opportunity to view ancient artifacts.

4. Layout and Design:

   • The page has a classic newspaper layout, with a mix of text and images. The illustrations are placed strategically to complement the written content.
   • The article includes captions beneath each illustration, providing detailed descriptions and historical context for the artifacts.
   • The text is formatted in a readable serif font, typical of mid-20th-century print media.

5. Additional Details:

   • The top of the page shows the New England Newsclip Agency, Inc. logo and address, indicating the source of the article.
   • There are stamps and markings on the page, suggesting it may have been part of an archive or collection, possibly used for research or reference purposes.

Overall Impression:

The image captures a well-preserved historical artifact—a page from a newspaper or magazine—highlighting an art exhibition. The article emphasizes the aesthetic and educational value of the Schimmel collection, showcasing ancient artifacts that span various cultures and time periods. The combination of detailed illustrations and descriptive text invites readers to appreciate the beauty and historical significance of the displayed items. The page reflects the mid-20th-century interest in ancient art and museum exhibitions.

This image shows a scrapbook page that includes a newspaper article and clippings. The main article, titled "Handsome Trip Into The Past," focuses on a historical collection of artifacts at Harvard's Fogg Art Museum. It includes an image of a limestone relief titled "A Royal Procession," depicting figures standing in chariots from approximately 1350 BC. The text mentions this work coming from temples and palaces in Amarna.

Another clipping includes an image and description of a figure titled "Rampant Lion," which is thought to be from 400 BC and appears to have been part of a handle.

Additional sections contain smaller text clippings, including memorials and references to the Fogg Art Museum. The scrapbook page is well-organized, with handwritten or typed notations and date references like “Dec. 9, 1953” and “Dec. 1, 1964."

This image shows a scrapbook page containing a newspaper article titled "Handsome Trip Into The Past" from the Patriot-Ledger, Quincy, Mass., dated December 3, 1964. The article is by Jane Kay and discusses ancient art displayed at Harvard’s Fogg Art Museum, specifically mentioning a limestone relief of a royal procession from around 1350 B.C. and a mock-ferocious lion figure from classical antiquity.

The page also includes several smaller newspaper clippings glued around the article. One clipping announces the death of Roger Gilman, a Cambridge bridge architect and former director of publicity at Harvard University’s Fogg Art Museum. Another clipping is dated December 3, 1964, from the New England Newsclip Agency, Inc. There is a partially visible clipping with an illustration of what looks like a bomb or missile. The page itself is placed on a surface, and the scrapbook has a dark brown textured cover visible on the right edge.

The image shows an open scrapbook or collection of newspaper clippings. On the left page, there is an article titled "The Galleries" with the heading "Handsome Trip Into The Past" featuring a large photograph of a limestone relief. There is a caption under the photo explaining that the relief depicts a royal procession and is on view at Harvard's Fogg Art Museum. The text of the article begins just below the photograph and continues in the lower sections, but parts of the text are obscured by additional cutouts pasted onto the page.

The cutouts on the left page include a description of a "Rampant Lion" from around 700 B.C. and a section about the Etruscan art exhibit, but parts of both sections are missing.

On the right page, there's a visible partial envelope pasted at the top with what appears to be tracking or reference numbers. Below that, is the top of another article, with only the end of its title "...NCE" visible. On the right edge of the page, clipped articles and a partial advertisement from "New England Newspaper Agency Inc." are visible, providing contact details and a date "DEC 3, 1954." A small part of another article titled "Art-Museum Figure Dies" is also visible on the right page.

The scrapbook appears well-worn and aged, and the newspaper clippings are yellowed, indicating they are quite old. The subject matter of the articles primarily focuses on art and museum exhibitions.

• The image shows a page from a scrapbook or album laid open.
• The page is filled with vintage newspaper clippings and small photo reproductions about art and antiquities.
• The main feature is a large heading: “Handsome Trip Into The Past” with a subheading “The Galleries.”
• Below the headline is a black-and-white photo of a limestone relief showing a royal procession: figures on chariots pulled by horses, in a classical ancient style.
• The caption begins “A ROYAL PROCESSION…” and mentions the Norbert Schimmel collection and Harvard’s Fogg Art Museum.
• Surrounding the main image are smaller clipped articles and images, including a drawing or photo captioned “RAMPANT LION…” and other short notes (e.g., mentions of collections and people like Roger Gilman).
• The page has a warm, aged paper look (beige/yellowed), with some tape marks and a rolled newspaper clipping partially laid across the top.
• Overall, it’s an archival, collage-style page about ancient art and museum collections.