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This image shows a yellowed, torn clipping from a newspaper, likely from the mid-20th century, given the paper's age and the typographic style. It is pinned at the top left corner to a plain, light-gray surface.

The most prominent feature is the large, bold headline at the top: “Harvard’s Cows.” Handwritten in pencil above the “Cows” part of the headline is the word “Fogg”, suggesting the article may relate to Harvard’s Fogg Museum (now part of the Harvard Art Museums).

The article begins on “PAGE ONE,” as marked in a red box in the upper left margin. The text celebrates the first anniversary of the Robbins Print Collection, housed in the recently opened Music and Art Gallery in the main Robbins library. It notes the collection contains 150,000 engravings, etchings, and lithographs, and also administers a small fund to expand art activities in Arlington.

The article credits the original donor, Winfield Robbins, and his daughters, Misses Caira and Ida Robbins, for their philanthropy, which enabled Arlington to become a “focal point for the enjoyment of the visual arts west of Boston.” It further explains that the Robbins Art Fund supports the acquisition of new prints and associated expenses.

On the right-hand column, a small, framed, black-and-white photograph is visible, though its subject is indistinct — it appears to be an abstract or botanical image. Below this photo, partially obscured text mentions “Derflies” by Fernand Lec... (likely LeClerc) and an exhibition titled “Conte...” running through February, arranged by the collection’s “Loca...” (likely “Local”).

The clipping is visibly damaged: it’s torn along the right and bottom edges, and a small piece from the top left is missing near the “ONE” page marker. The overall tone is informative and celebratory, highlighting a significant cultural gift to the local community.

In summary, this is a vintage newspaper clipping announcing the first anniversary of the Robbins Print Collection at Harvard, with a handwritten annotation suggesting a link to the Fogg Museum, and featuring a small photo and information about an upcoming exhibition.

The image appears to be a clipping from a newspaper or magazine. It is titled "Harvard's Cows" in bold, large font at the top. The main article discusses the first anniversary of a new venture for the Robbins Print Collection, which contains 150,000 engravings, etchings, and lithographs. The collection is housed in the recently opened Music and Art Gallery in the main Robbins library. The article further elaborates on the Robbins Art fund, which provides for the periodic acquisition of new prints and the expenses associated with them. It also mentions contributions by Winfield Robbins, Misses Caira and Ida Robbins, who continued his philanthropy. The article credits Arlington with the opportunity to become a focal point for the enjoyment of visual arts west of Boston due to their generosity.

On the right side of the clipping, there is a smaller section with the text "Fogg" at the top, indicating a possible reference to the Fogg Art Museum. Below this heading, there is an image of a black-and-white painting or artwork. The text beneath the image mentions "Derflies" by Fernand Léger, referencing an exhibition. The overall layout suggests this clipping is from a cultural or art-focused publication.

This image shows a newspaper clipping with the headline "Harvard's Cows." The article discusses the Robbins Print Collection, which houses 150,000 engravings, etchings, and lithographs in the recently opened Music and Art Gallery in the main Robbins library. It mentions the first anniversary of a new venture for the collection and the administration of a small fund for enlarging the scope of art activities in Arlington. The article credits the original donor, Winfield Robbins, and the Misses Caira and Ida Robbins for their philanthropy, which has made Arlington a focal point for the enjoyment of the visual arts west of Boston. The Robbins Art fund provides for the periodic acquisition of new prints and the expenses entailed in their care.

The right side of the clipping has some text that is partially cut off and a small image that appears to be a black-and-white photograph or illustration, but it is too small and unclear to identify specifically. The clipping has some handwritten text at the top right corner that reads "Fogg."

A piece of newspaper is pinned to a wall. The newspaper is torn, and it is folded in the middle. The left side has a headline that reads "Harvard's" and some text below it. The right side has a headline that reads "Fogg Cows" and some text below it. There is a picture of an artwork on the right side. The artwork is in black and white.

A piece of paper that seems to be a newspaper is placed on a gray wall. The paper has a black border and is folded in the middle. It seems to be an article about the Robbins Print Collection, which houses 150,000 engravings, etchings, and lithographs in the Music and Art Library. The collection was donated by Winfield Robbins and his daughters, Ida Robbins, Misses Caira, and Ida. The article also mentions that the collection is the administrator of a small fund for enlarging the scope of art activities in Arlington.

The image shows a portion of a newspaper page with the headline "Harvard's Cows" prominently displayed at the top. The headline is stylized in bold, black typography, with the word "Cows" enclosed in parentheses. The page appears to be a vintage or historical newspaper clipping, with a slightly worn and aged appearance, suggesting it may be from an earlier time period.

Below the headline, the text discusses the Robbins Print Collection, marking its first anniversary in February. It mentions that the collection, housed in the recently opened Music and Art Gallery in the main Robbins library, contains 150,000 engravings, etchings, and lithographs. The text highlights the role of the original donor, Winfield Robbins, and his philanthropy in establishing the collection, which has become a focal point for the visual arts west of Boston. The Robbins Art Fund is also mentioned, providing resources for the periodic acquisition of new prints and covering associated expenses.

On the right side of the page, there is a small, dark rectangular image or photograph, likely a visual element accompanying the article. The surrounding text includes fragments of other articles or headlines, such as references to borrowing collections, libraries, and an exhibition titled "Derflies" by Fernand Lecent, scheduled for February.

The overall layout and design suggest this is a page from a newspaper or magazine, possibly from the early to mid-20th century, given the style of typography and the content discussing cultural and artistic initiatives. The handwritten note "Fogg" in the top right corner may indicate a personal annotation or categorization.

This image shows a clipping from a newspaper with visible text and an inset image. The headline at the top reads "Harvard's Cows," and the article discusses the Robbins Print Collection, showcasing its collection of engravings, etchings, and lithographs, as well as its role in promoting art activities in Arlington. There is a small photograph or artwork framed on the right side of the clipping, and it is referenced in the article as part of an exhibit. The edges of the clipping are irregular, and it appears to have been cut from a larger page. "Fogg" is handwritten at the top right corner, and the stamp "Page" is visible nearby.

This is an image of a newspaper clipping. The headline reads "Harvard's Cows," although the word "Cows" seems to have been added as an annotation or humorous alteration, as it doesn't match the font of the rest of the headline and is written in a different style. The tone of the paper has yellowed, suggesting age. The article talks about the Robbins Print Collection at Harvard, mentioning its first anniversary and that it houses 150,000 engravings, etchings, and lithographs. The text references the Music and Art Gallery in the main Robbins Library, discussing the support and philanthropy of Winfield Robbins and the Misses Caira and Ida Robbins.

On the right side of the clipping, there is a rectangular, torn piece of paper with a small, dark image. This seems to be a piece laid over the newspaper, but the content of this mini-image isn't clear. Above the top right corner of the clipping, the word "PAGE" is visible, with a partial pink rectangle, probably indicating the clipping was once a part of a bound or stapled publication. The clipping itself is cut unevenly and shows signs of wear.

This image shows a torn and partially obscured newspaper clipping with the visible headline "Harvard's Cows" (with the "C" and part of the "o" cut off) and a small handwritten word "Fogg" above the "o" in "Cows." The article appears to discuss the Robbins Print Collection at Harvard, mentioning its 150,000 engravings, etchings, and lithographs displayed in the Robbins Library. It references Winfield Robbins and the Misses Caira and Ida Robbins for their contributions. There is also part of a photo of an artwork framed on a wall on the right side of the clipping. The text below the photo is partially visible, mentioning something about an exhibition and the month of February. The overall condition of the clipping is aged and slightly wrinkled.

A collage made from a torn newspaper clipping. The left side features a large, bold headline that reads “Harvard’s Cows,” with yellowed, aged paper and columns of text below. There are small pink stamps on the margins that say “ONE” and “PAGE.” On the right, a small framed black-and-white image is attached, overlapping the text. A handwritten note (looks like “Fog” or “Fogg”) is near the top edge. The piece sits on a light gray surface.