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This image displays a vintage newspaper clipping scrapbook, opened to reveal multiple articles from October 1966, centered on the Armenian-American sculptor and painter Koren Der Harootian.

The scrapbook consists of several newspaper clippings from different sources, mounted or taped onto aged, brownish paper pages. The clippings are from publications including the Mirror-Spectator (Watertown, Mass.), News (a) (Springfield, Mass.), and Variety (New York Sound).

Key articles and content include:

1. "Illustrated Lecture by Der Harootian Starts NAASR Series October 7" (Mirror-Spectator, Oct 1, 1966): This announces the first lecture in the 1966-67 season of the Greater Boston Chapter of the National Association for Armenian Studies and Research (NAASR), to be delivered by Der Harootian at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge. It details his biography: born in Armenia in 1909, immigrant to the U.S. in 1921 after the Armenian Genocide, settled in Massachusetts, and became interested in sculpture while attending classes at the Worcester Art Museum. The article highlights his successful international career, exhibitions in cities like New York, London, and Rome, and his work in stone, marble, and bronze. It includes a small, black-and-white portrait photo of Der Harootian.

2. "Noted Sculptor To Lecture For Armenian Study Group" (Mirror-Spectator, Oct 6, 1966): This follows up on the lecture announcement. It reiterates his background, noting he settled in Worcester, Mass., after coming to the U.S. and that he received awards, including a citation from the National Institute of Arts and Letters. It also reprints a quote from his friend, sculptor Andre Girard: "If your eyes are able to see sincerity in Art—and I wish you just that—you will never forget him."

3. "From the Fogg Art Museum" (News (a), Oct 14, 1966): This clipping from a Springfield newspaper mentions an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, stating that Dr. Hans N. Weil, curator of the museum's modern collection, praised the exhibition as one of the finest of its kind ever shown in the museum, specifically highlighting works by Der Harootian.

4. "New York Sound" (Variety, Oct 19, 1966): This is a brief, unrelated entertainment industry blurb mentioning Edgar Bergen's return to network radio.

Other notable details:

• The clippings are marked with the logo and contact information for New England Nostility Agency, Inc.
• A small clipping from "American Press Clipping Service, Inc." is visible, dated Oct 19, 1966, indicating the articles were compiled for the artist or his representatives.
• A large, black-and-white photograph of one of Der Harootian’s sculptures — a stylized, elongated human figure — is prominently displayed on the right-hand page.

Overall, the scrapbook serves as a historical record documenting a significant moment in Der Harootian’s career: a well-publicized lecture and exhibition in Cambridge, Massachusetts, in 1966, highlighting his importance and recognition within the Armenian-American community and the broader art world.

The image appears to be an open scrapbook or collection of newspaper clippings and articles. The pages are aged, with a yellowish tint, indicating they are likely from the mid-20th century. Here's a breakdown of the content:

1. Top Left:

   • A clipping titled "Illustrated Lecture by Der Harootian Starts NAASR Series October 7."
   • The article describes an illustrated lecture by renowned sculptor and painter, Koren Der Harootian, at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
   • It includes a photograph of Der Harootian, who is described as being born in Armenia in 1909 and having a significant career in art.
   • The text also mentions his works being exhibited in various galleries and museums, as well as his contributions to the Armenian Studies Association.

2. Top Right:

   • A different article titled "Noted Sculptor To Lecture For Armenian Study Group."
   • This also discusses Der Harootian's lecture series and his significant contributions to the Armenian Studies and Research Association.

3. Bottom Left:

   • A clipping titled "From the Fogg Art Museum."
   • It mentions an upcoming exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum in 1967, celebrating the centenary of a notable artist's death.
   • The article highlights the museum's collection and the scholarly reputation of the Fogg Art Museum.

4. Bottom Right:

   • A clipping from "New York Sound Theatre."
   • This article discusses a film event and mentions theater and film-related activities, though the details are not entirely clear.

The scrapbook appears to be a collection of articles related to art, cultural events, and historical figures, likely compiled for personal or research purposes. The articles focus on Der Harootian's art career and his contributions to Armenian Studies.

The image displays a collection of press clippings and articles about the sculptor and painter Koren Der Harootian. The clippings are from various newspapers and publications, including "Armenian Mirror-Spectator," "Press," and "New York Sound," dated around October 1966.

Key points from the clippings include:

1. An illustrated lecture by Der Harootian is scheduled to start the National Association for Armenian Studies and Research (NAASR) series on October 7, 1966. The lecture will be held at Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum.
2. Der Harootian is described as a renowned sculptor and painter, born in Ashdovran, Armenia, in 1909, and a survivor of the Turkish massacres of 1915. He came to the United States in 1921 and settled in Worcester, Massachusetts.
3. He has worked in various mediums, including stone, marble, and bronze, and has produced many important works during his career.
4. His works have been exhibited in one-man shows at various galleries and museums, including the Caz-Delbos Galleries in New York, the Worcester Art Museum, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
5. The article mentions some of his notable works that reflect his Armenian heritage, such as "Homage to the Ancient Armenian City," "Forty Days on Musa Dagh," "Young Meherri," "St. Vartan," and "Princess Zovina."
6. The clippings also mention that Der Harootian has received several awards and commissions for his art and has been featured in public collections throughout the United States, Jamaica, and Israel.

The articles are accompanied by photographs of Der Harootian, one showing him looking directly at the camera and the other showing him in profile. The clippings are neatly arranged and glued onto a brown backing sheet, suggesting they are part of a scrapbook or collection.

The image shows a page from a scrapbook. The scrapbook consists of various newspaper clippings, photographs, and handwritten notes. The clippings are from different newspapers, such as the New England Mirror-Spectator, Watertown Press, and Variety. The clippings are about various topics, such as art exhibitions, lectures, and events. One of the clippings is about an illustrated lecture by Der Harootian, which will start on October 7. Another clipping is about a noted sculptor who will lecture for an Armenian study group. The scrapbook also includes photographs of people, buildings, and artworks.

The image shows a collage of newspaper clippings and articles about Armenian sculptor Koren Der Harotian. The clippings are from the 1960s and 1970s and include articles about Harotian's lectures, exhibitions, and works of art. Some of the articles mention Harotian's Armenian heritage and his contributions to Armenian culture. The collage also includes a photograph of Harotian and a description of his works, which often feature Armenian themes and motifs.

The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings or articles compiled into a scrapbook or press clipping service. The pages are filled with text from various newspapers, including "Mirror-Spectator," "New England News Agency," and "News (e) Springfield, Mass." The content appears to focus on art, cultural events, and notable figures, particularly highlighting an artist named Koren Der Harootian.

Key Details:

1. Top Left Page:

   • Headline: "Illustrated Lecture by Der Harootian Starts NAASR Series October 7"
   • Content: This article discusses an illustrated lecture by Koren Der Harootian, a sculptor, scheduled for October 7. It mentions his background, including his Armenian heritage, his work in sculpture, and his exhibitions. The lecture is part of the National Association for Armenian Studies and Research (NAASR) series.

2. Top Right Page:

   • Headline: "Noted Sculptor To Lecture For Armenian Study Group"
   • Content: This article elaborates on Der Harootian's lecture, providing more details about his career, his Armenian heritage, and his contributions to art. It also mentions his works and their themes, such as "Birds," "trees and rocks," and "land of meditation."

3. Bottom Left Page:

   • Headline: "From the Fogg Art Museum"
   • Content: This section appears to discuss an exhibition or event at the Fogg Art Museum, though the text is partially obscured. It mentions the museum's collection and possibly highlights a specific artist or exhibition.

4. Bottom Right Page:

   • Headline: "New York Sound"
   • Content: This section seems unrelated to the art focus of the other pages. It discusses a film or event titled "Harald Rand's Joseph Hansen," possibly a performance or screening. The text is fragmented, but it mentions a "Broadway Hall" and "Harald Rand."

Visual Elements:

• Photographs: There are two photographs visible:
  1. On the top left page, a photograph of Koren Der Harootian is shown alongside the article about his lecture.
  2. On the top right page, another photograph of Der Harootian is included, reinforcing his prominence in the articles.

Layout and Format:

• The pages are densely packed with text, typical of press clippings or scrapbooks.
• The articles are typed or printed, with headlines in bold and subheadings providing context.
• The pages are numbered (e.g., "58 Foy 2" and "Variety"), suggesting this is part of a larger collection or archive.

Overall Theme:

The collection emphasizes Koren Der Harootian, an Armenian sculptor, and his contributions to art and culture. The articles highlight his lectures, exhibitions, and artistic themes, as well as his connection to Armenian heritage and the NAASR. The inclusion of other articles, such as the Fogg Art Museum and "New York Sound," suggests a broader interest in cultural and artistic events of the time.

This scrapbook serves as a historical record of cultural and artistic activities, particularly focusing on Armenian art and artists.

This image appears to be a scrapbook page featuring several newspaper clippings and articles. The clippings include text and images related to a lecture series and a sculptor named Der Harootian. Some clippings are from publications in Watertown, Massachusetts, and American press services. The text discusses artistic pursuits, lectures, and exhibitions, including references to Armenian cultural themes.

The clippings are affixed to a brown backing with clear labels, dates, and publication names. There are portrait images within some articles, but they are partially blurred. The layout includes tightly spaced text with some handwritten marks or annotations surrounding the labels for organization.

A page from a scrapbook or archival display. The regular tan backing holds several old newspaper clippings arranged in a collage. The clippings are about Armenian studies and lectures, dated in the 1960s.

Key elements:

• Top-left clipping: “Illustrated Lecture by Der Harootian Starts NAASR Series October 7,” with a small black-and-white photo of a man.
• Top-right: a large portrait-style clipping with the headline “Noted Sculptor To Lecture For Armenian Study Group” (the caption names the sculptor).
• Several smaller clippings around the bottom and sides, including “From the Fogg Art Museum,” “New York Sound,” and notes from press clipping services.
• Small stamp-like labels at the top corners from New England Newspaper Agency, Boston/Watertown, giving the era (mid-1960s).

Overall feel: historical archival material documenting Armenian cultural events and a notable lecturer/sculptor, arranged in a vintage collage.

This is an image of a collection of vintage newspaper clippings, all affixed to the pages of a scrapbook or album. These clippings seem to focus on topics related to art, lectures, and cultural events, with specific references to Armenian studies and sculpture.

In the upper left corner is an article from the "Armenian Mirror-Spectator" about an event in Watertown, Massachusetts, from October 6, 1968. The article's headline is not fully visible, but it appears to be related to a lecture.

On the right side is an article with the headline "Noted Sculptor To Lecture For Armenian Study Group." This piece details a lecture by a notable sculptor, albeit the specific details are not visible due to the redacted part of the image.

At the bottom left of the image, there is a clipping about something from the “Fogg Art Museum” dated October 14, 1965. The content of this article is also partially obscured.

At the bottom center, there is another clipping with a heading "New York Sound," which seems to be a section of a newspaper or publication, confirmed by the stamp from "American Press Clipping Service, Inc." dated "Oct 1 1965."

These clippings provide a glimpse into the cultural and academic activities of the time, commemorating events and featuring notable figures in the art and academic world. The scrapbook approach to collecting these clippings suggests they were of personal significance to the individual compiling them, possibly highlighting events they attended or figures they admired.

This image shows a collection of old newspaper clippings mounted on a brown board. The clippings appear to be about Koren Der Harootian, an artist and sculptor. Most articles are related to his lectures, exhibitions, and contributions to the Armenian art community.

Some specific details include:

• One article mentions "Illustrated Lecture by Der Harootian Starts NAASR Series October 7," providing a biography and highlights of his work.
• Another article is titled "Noted Sculptor To Lecture For Armenian Study Group," detailing a lecture event organized by Armenian associations.
• Other smaller clippings seem to be press releases or articles from different newspapers, including one from the New York Sound section and another from the Fogg Art Museum.

Each clipping has its publication date marked in the 1960s, and some are accompanied by small portraits or photographs of Koren Der Harootian himself. The board is stamped with some New England Newsclip Agency labels, indicating it was probably used for archival or press clipping purposes.