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This image shows an open scrapbook or album with two pages of pasted newspaper clippings and magazine articles related to art exhibitions and museum events, dating from late 1971 to early 1972.

Top Page:

1. Left Clipping (The Gazette, December 17, 1971):

   • Features a black-and-white image of Max Klinger’s etching titled THE PLAGUE.
   • The artwork depicts a dramatic, chaotic scene: a figure draped in white with an outstretched arm, a large bird (possibly a raven) flying through a broken window, and several beds suggesting a hospital or quarantine ward.
   • The caption explains that this etching is part of a set of 73 by Max Klinger, on loan from the Staatliche Graphische Sammlung in Munich, on exhibit through January 22 at the Busch-Reisinger Museum. The museum will sponsor German and English language tours in January.

2. Right Clipping (Harvard Gazette, February 4, 1972):

   • Headlined “The Calendar.”
   • Includes a photo of a sculpture made of welded steel, resembling a skeletal or abstract mechanical form mounted on a pedestal.
   • The caption identifies the sculpture as FISH by David Smith, part of a group of 23 sculptures, drawings, and paintings on exhibit at the Fogg Museum through February 13.
   • It notes that Jane Harrison Cone, a graduate student, assembled the exhibition, and quotes her from the catalogue: “Smith’s unique achievement was that the disused factory tools, scrap iron, and found objects became in his hands an integral part of a vocabulary.”

Bottom Page:

This page, dated December 1971 and appearing to be from Harvard Today, features three photographs and related text.

1. Left Photo: Shows a large group of people seated and standing inside an ornate room, possibly a museum gallery or chapel, with a large window or altarpiece in the background.

2. Middle Photo: Depicts a man seated at a large pipe organ, playing or preparing to play.

3. Right Photo: Shows three people (two men and one woman, or perhaps two women and one man) looking down from a gallery or balcony toward the organist.

• The text explains that a group (mentioned first as “the group at the far left”) occupies the Busch-Reisinger Museum at noon every Thursday, expressing concern about the noise from the museum’s famous organ being played by the man in the middle photograph. It identifies James Johnson ’72, visible in the bottom right photo, as the person helping to organize the museum’s lunchtime concert series.

Overall, the scrapbook page presents a curated record of cultural activity centered on the Harvard art museums (particularly the Busch-Reisinger and Fogg Museums) during that period, documenting exhibitions of historical and modern art, as well as community engagement and musical events.

This image appears to be a page from a publication, possibly a magazine or a catalog, from December 1971 and February 1972. The page is divided into three sections:

1. Top Left Section:

   • Features a black-and-white illustration titled "The Plague" by Max Klinger. The illustration depicts a room with people in various states of distress, including a figure on a stretcher, others on the floor, and a person reaching out with a cross. The image is labeled as part of an exhibition of etchings from the Staatliche graphische Sammlung in Munich at the Busch-Reisinger Museum.

2. Top Right Section:

   • Contains an image of a sculpture titled "Fish" by David Smith. The sculpture is made of welded steel and is described as part of a larger exhibition of sculptures, drawings, and paintings by David Smith that will be on display at the Fogg Museum through February 13, 1972. The text mentions Jane Harrison Cone, a graduate student at the Fogg Museum, who assembled the exhibition.

3. Bottom Section:

   • Features a photograph and two smaller images. The larger photograph shows a group of people, possibly students or visitors, in a museum setting. They appear to be engaged in a discussion or activity, with an organist playing the organ in the background. The smaller images show close-ups of the organist and the organ itself. The text mentions that the group is occupying the Busch-Reisinger Museum at noon on a recent Thursday and are demonstrating concern for the sounds being produced by the organ.

The overall theme of the page seems to be related to cultural events and exhibitions, focusing on art, music, and museum activities.

This image is a collage of four articles from newspapers and magazines, dated between December 1971 and February 1972. The top left article, from "The Gazette" on December 17, 1971, features an etching titled "The Plague" by Max Klinger, which is part of an exhibition of 73 etchings on loan from the Staatliche Graphische Sammlung in Munich. The etching depicts a scene with a nun tending to plague victims.

The top right article, from the "Harvard Gazette" on February 4, 1972, is titled "The Calendar" and discusses a sculpture called "Fish" by David Smith. The sculpture is made of welded steel and is part of an exhibition at the Fogg Museum.

The bottom half of the image contains two articles from December 1971. The left article, from "Harvard Today," describes a group of people occupying the Busch-Reisinger Museum at noon on a Thursday, demonstrating concern for the sounds produced by a man playing the museum's famous organ. The right article, also from "Harvard Today," shows a person looking on from a balcony, who helps to organize the museum's lunch-time concert series.

The image shows a scrapbook with four newspaper clippings pasted on it. The clippings are from different newspapers, and each clipping has a date and a newspaper name. The first clipping is from "The Gazette" and is dated December 17, 1971. The second clipping is from "The Calendar" and is dated February 4, 1972. The third clipping is from "Harvard Today" and is dated December 1971. The fourth clipping is from "Harvard Gazette" and is dated February 4, 1972.

The image is of a book opened to a page with multiple clippings from newspapers and magazines. The first clipping is from "The Gazette" and is dated December 17, 1971. The clipping features an image of a building with a cross on top and a caption that reads "The Plague." The second clipping is from "Harvard Gazette" and is dated February 4, 1972. It features an image of a sculpture and the headline "The Calendar." The third clipping is from "Harvard Today" and is dated December 1971. It features an image of a group of people sitting in front of a building with a caption that reads "The group at the far left occupied the Busch-Reisinger Museum on a recent Thursday." The clippings are arranged in a collage-like fashion on the page.

The image shows an open book or scrapbook containing three distinct pages, each featuring a combination of photographs, illustrations, and textual descriptions. Here is a detailed description of each page:

Top Left Page: "The Gazette" (December 17, 1971)

• Image: A black-and-white illustration depicting a surreal or symbolic scene. The illustration shows a figure lying on a bed, seemingly suspended in mid-air, with a bird-like figure perched nearby. The setting appears to be a hospital or medical environment, with beds, medical equipment, and a window in the background. The scene has an eerie, dreamlike quality.
• Text: Below the illustration, there is a caption that reads:
  "THE PLAGUE is one of 73 etchings by Max Klinger, on loan from the Staatliche graphische Sammlung in Munich and on exhibit through January 22 at the Busch-Reisinger. In January the Museum will sponsor German and English language tours of the exhibition."
  This indicates that the illustration is part of an art exhibition featuring works by Max Klinger, and it is on loan from a Munich museum.

Top Right Page: "Harvard Gazette, Feb. 4, 1972"

• Image: A black-and-white line drawing of a modern, abstract sculpture. The sculpture appears to be made of welded steel and has a dynamic, angular design. It resembles a bird in flight or a mechanical structure, with a central vertical element and outstretched wings or arms.
• Text: The page is titled "The Calendar" at the top. Below the illustration, there is a caption that reads:
  "FISH, a sculpture of welded steel, is one of 32 related sculptures, drawings, and paintings by David Smith that will be on exhibit at the Fogg through February 13. June Harrison Cone, a graduate student at the Wrightsmith's unique achievement was that the disputed factory site, 'swap iron, and found objects became in his hands an integral part of a vocabulary.'"
  This describes an exhibition of works by David Smith, featuring sculptures, drawings, and paintings, and highlights the artist's innovative use of materials.

Bottom Page: "Harvard Today 13" (December, 1971)

• Images: This page contains three photographs arranged in a grid format:
  1. Left Photo: Shows the interior of a grand, historic building, likely a museum or concert hall. The space features arched ceilings, columns, and a large organ. A group of people is seated on the floor, suggesting a lecture or discussion setting.
  2. Middle Photo: A close-up of the organ mentioned in the left photo, highlighting its intricate pipes and structure.
  3. Right Photo: Depicts a group of people on a balcony, looking down. One individual, identified as James Johnson (age 72), is shown assisting with organizing the museum's lunch-time concert series.
• Text: Accompanying the images is a caption that reads:
  "The group at the far left occupied the Busch-Reisinger Museum at noon on a recent Thursday. They, and others like them, take over every Thursday to demonstrate concert conditions for the sounds the man in the middle is producing on the Museum's famous organ. Looking on from the balcony—James Johnson, 72 (below), who helps to organize the museum's lunch-time concert series."
  This describes an event where visitors experience concert conditions in the museum, with James Johnson assisting in organizing the lunch-time concert series.

Overall Impression

The pages collectively showcase a mix of artistic exhibitions, cultural events, and historical documentation. The top left page focuses on an art exhibition featuring Max Klinger's etchings, the top right page highlights a sculpture exhibition by David Smith, and the bottom page documents a concert series and related activities at the Busch-Reisinger Museum. The images and accompanying text provide context for each event, emphasizing the cultural and artistic significance of the activities described. The layout suggests these pages are part of a scrapbook or archival collection documenting events from late 1971 to early 1972.

This image is a scrapbook page containing three distinct articles or clippings related to art and events, likely from Harvard publications in the early 1970s.

1. Top Left Clipping:

   • The headline is dated December 17, 1971, from The Gazette.
   • The title mentions "The Plague" and discusses an etching by Max Klinger, a German artist. The exhibit, held at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, features graphic works lent by the Staatliche Graphische Sammlung in Munich.
   • The black-and-white etching depicts a foreboding scene of beds in what appears to be a hospital or plague-ridden environment, with shadows and ominous imagery.

2. Top Right Clipping:

   • Dated February 4, 1972, from the Harvard Gazette.
   • Titled "The Calendar," the clipping appears to highlight an upcoming exhibit featuring a welded steel sculpture titled Fish by David Smith, displayed at the Fogg Art Museum. The description delves into the artistic techniques and tools involved in its creation, providing context about the artist's work.

3. Bottom Clipping:

   • The header and date are titled "Harvard Today," December 1971.
   • It contains two black-and-white photographs with accompanying text:
     • The left image shows a group seated in the Busch-Reisinger Museum under an ornate archway, engaged in an event or informal meeting.
     • The right image shows a close-up of an organist playing and a separate image of two people observing from a higher level (the balcony), possibly part of a concert scene.
   • The text describes individuals gathering to discuss the organ and its sounds, facilitated by museum volunteers.

The page appears to chronicle exhibitions, cultural programs, and art-related events at Harvard in the early 1970s.

This image shows a page from what appears to be a publication or a catalog, probably from an educational institution given the context provided by the visible headings. The page is dated from December 1971 and February 1972, with references to events or features that took place during this time.

On the top left of the page, there is a black and white image accompanied by a caption that reads "The Plague" referring to one of 75 etchings by Max Klinger, on loan from the Staatliche Graphische Sammlung in Munich and on exhibit through January at the Busch-Reisinger. The etching depicts a scene with multiple figures, possibly during a plague with emphasis on a prominent figure stretched out in the foreground.

On the top right, there is another black and white image of what is described as a "sculpture of welded steel," one of 35 steel sculptures, drawings, and paintings by David Smith that were on exhibit at the Fogg through February 13. The sculpture sits on a pedestal and features an abstract, linear design.

On the bottom left, there is a third black and white photograph, which shows a large group of people sitting on the floor of a grand interior space with arches and intricate design details, consistent with the architectural style of historical or religious buildings.

On the bottom right are two smaller images, also in black and white. The upper one shows a person sitting in front of a display case looking at various items, while the lower one depicts a few individuals observing something on a wall, all potentially within the context of an exhibition or museum setting.

The image shows a scrapbook or a collection of newspaper clippings related to art exhibitions and activities, mainly from 1971 and early 1972.

1. Top left clipping (dated December 17, 1971, from The Gazette):

   • Shows an artwork titled "THE PLAGUE," which is one of 73 etchings by Max Klinger.
   • The etching depicts what looks like a hospital or infirmary scene with several beds and patients.
   • The text mentions that the exhibit is on loan from the Staatliche Graphische Sammlung in Munich and will be on exhibit through January 22 at the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
   • The museum will sponsor German and English language tours of the exhibition in January.

2. Top right clipping (dated February 4, 1972, from the Harvard Gazette):

   • Titled "The Calendar."
   • Shows a sculpture called "FISH," made of welded steel, one of 23 related sculptures, drawings, and paintings by David Smith.
   • The sculpture will be on exhibit at the Fogg Museum through February 13.
   • Jane Harrison Cone, a graduate student at the Fogg, assembled the exhibition.
   • The text highlights Smith's achievement in using disused factory tools, scrap iron, and found objects as integral parts of his work.

3. Bottom large clipping (dated December, 1971, from Harvard Today):

   • Includes three black-and-white photographs.
   • The largest photo shows a group of people sitting inside what appears to be a grand hall or museum interior with ornate architectural details.
   • The middle photo depicts a man playing an organ.
   • The smaller photo shows a person (face blurred) looking over a balcony alongside two sculpted lion heads or similar figures.
   • The accompanying text mentions the Busch-Reisinger Museum and describes the group occupying the museum at noon on a recent Thursday, listening to sounds produced on the museum's famous organ.
   • It also mentions James Johnson '72, who helps organize the museum's lunch-time concert series.

Overall, the collection highlights art exhibitions and cultural events at Harvard-affiliated museums during late 1971 and early 1972.

A scrapbook page with three black-and-white newspaper clippings from Harvard publications (early 1970s).

• Top left: A clipping from The Gazette (December 17, 1971) about an art exhibit. It shows an illustration of a room with beds and figures, and a caption about Max Klinger's etchings (one of 23) loaned from the Staatliche Graphische Sammlung in Munich, displayed at the Busch-Reisinger Museum with English/German language tours starting January.

• Top right: A clipping titled The Calendar from Harvard Gazette (February 4, 1972). It features a sculpture on a stand, with a caption describing the piece and its context in an exhibit.

• Bottom: A clipping from Harvard Today (December 1971) with three photos. The left image shows a large, cathedral-like interior with people seated on the floor; the middle image shows a pianist at a keyboard; the right image shows people on a staircase, some with their faces blurred. The text describes a group at the Busch-Reisinger Museum during a lunch-time concert series and mentions James Johnson ’72 helping to organize it.

Overall, it’s a collage of 1971–1972 Harvard art/museum-related clippings mounted on a brown page.