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This image shows an open page from the November 1972 issue of the Harvard Bulletin, specifically pages 69 and 70, displayed against a neutral, off-white background. The magazine is bound in what appears to be aged, light brown or beige paper or cloth, with a visible gutter and slightly worn edges, suggesting a vintage or archival document.

The layout is characteristic of a print magazine from the early 1970s, with dense columns of black serif text and a central illustration.

Key Contents:

Headline & Main Article: "Goodbye Brueghel" (Page 70)

This is the featured article, discussing a new rental print program at the Fogg Museum (now part of the Harvard Art Museums) that allows Harvard students to hang high-quality, contemporary art prints on their dorm walls. Prior to this program, students were limited to reproductions of classical masters like “Rembrandt, Dürer, [and] Rubens” — hence the playful headline “Goodbye Brueghel.”

• The article details how a generous anonymous donor gave $20,000 to launch the program, which allows students to rent prints for $5 to $25 — a significant increase from the previous $10 flat rate.
• The prints include works by Jasper Johns, R. B. Kitaj, Larry Rivers, and Edward Ruscha.
• Daniel Robbins, Director of the Fogg, is quoted describing the program as “a pet project,” and Louise Ambler is appointed to oversee the rental program in addition to her role as Curator of the Portrait Collection.
• The program includes a “field survey” to locate lost prints and “carefully guarded” access to originals for student rental.
• A major feature was an exhibition in Gallery XV at the Fogg, and the rentals were for one print for two-and-a-half weeks, with students signing contracts to return prints within 48 hours if lost or damaged.

Central Illustration (Page 69/70)

• The centerpiece is a reproduction of a silkscreen print by British artist R. B. Kitaj, titled “Fighting the Traffic in Young Girls.”
• The artwork is rectangular and features a stylized, somewhat sketchy illustration: a street scene with two abstracted female figures, one on a bicycle, the other walking, with text and imagery suggesting urban movement or danger.
• A caption below the artwork reads: “This silkscreen print by R. B. Kitaj is available to students under the Fogg Museum’s new rental program. ‘Fighting the Traffic in Young Girls’ is from the portfolio In Our Time, done in 1969.”

Other Notable Elements:

• Page number and date: “NOVEMBER 1972 | 69” at the bottom of the right column on page 69. Page 70 is indicated at the bottom left.
• Radio advertisement: At the bottom of page 70, there is a small graphic for a radio station: “95.3 FM”, with a stylized radio wave symbol, indicating a possible advertisement or sponsorship.
• “Harvard Bulletin” masthead: Written in a script font beneath the Kitaj print, reinforcing the publication’s identity.
• Review snippet (top left): A brief review of Michael Kammen’s book People of Paradox, written by Judith Parker, praising its interpretation of American culture.
• Closing quote (bottom right): An excerpt from Devereux Clarke: “That’s the Class of 1776, of course,” which likely refers to an earlier piece in the magazine (perhaps discussing Harvard’s founding or traditions).

Overall Tone & Context:

The issue reflects the cultural and educational climate of early 1970s academia — embracing contemporary art, student engagement, and institutional innovation. The “Goodbye Brueghel” article celebrates democratizing access to art for undergraduates, signaling a shift from classical aesthetics to contemporary expression. The inclusion of R. B. Kitaj’s provocative print — dealing with social themes — further underscores this modernization.

This is a well-preserved artifact of Harvard’s cultural programming and student life in the early 1970s.

The image depicts a page from the Harvard Bulletin, a publication from November 1972. The page is titled "Goodbye Brueghel" and discusses the Fogg Museum's print rental program, which allows students to rent original works by contemporary artists such as Jasper Johns, R. B. Kitaj, Larry Poons, and Edward Ruscha. The article mentions that the program was initiated in the fall and that students can now adorn their digs with original prints, paying more for the privilege but enjoying the satisfaction of knowing the works are original and valuable.

In the middle of the page, there is an illustration of a silk-screen print titled "Fighting the Traffic in Young Girls" by R. B. Kitaj. The print is described as being available to students under the Fogg Museum's new rental program. The portfolio from which this print is taken is "In Our Time," and it was done in 1969.

The bottom of the page features a logo for the Harvard Bulletin and mentions the FM radio frequency, 95.3 FM. The page also includes a note about the Class of 1776 and quotes from Devereux Clarke, who describes the show as fetching and similar to its Hasty Pudding precursors.

The image shows a page from the November 1972 issue of the Harvard Bulletin, specifically pages 69 and 70. The content is a mix of text and images, discussing various topics related to Harvard University.

1. Left Column (Page 70):

   • The text mentions a book titled "People of Paradox" by Michael Kammen, Ph.D. '64, with a price of $8.95.
   • It also discusses a program called "Goodbye Brueghel," which seems to be about Harvard students hanging reproductions of artworks by famous artists like Renoir, Dürer, and Rembrandt on their walls. The text mentions a new rental program that allows students to rent original works by contemporary artists like Jasper Johns, R. B. Kitaj, Larry Poons, and Edward Ruscha.
   • The text is signed by Judith Parker.

2. Right Column (Page 69):

   • The text discusses the student print rental program at the Fogg Museum, highlighting the opportunity for students to become involved with original works of art.
   • It mentions the program's rules, such as students signing a contract to return the print in May or assume the cost of the framed picture, and notifying the registrar of the Fogg and the Harvard police within 48 hours if the picture is lost, stolen, or damaged.
   • The text includes a quote from Mr. Robbins, who expresses pride in the program.

3. Image:

   • There is a black and white image of a silk-screen print by R. B. Kitaj titled "Fighting the Traffic in Young Girls," which is part of the portfolio "In Our Time," done in 1969. The text mentions that this print is available to students under the Fogg Museum's new rental program.

4. Footer:

   • The bottom of the page includes a radio frequency "95.3 FM" and a small text about the same sense of burlesque and fun making the show as fetching as its Hasty Pudding precursors, signed by Devereux Clarke.
   • There is also a footnote indicating that the Class of 1776 is mentioned.

The page is set against a light background, and the text is in a serif font, typical of print publications from that era. The overall tone is informative, discussing academic and cultural programs at Harvard University.

The image is of a page from a magazine. The page has a brown background with a white page in the middle. The white page has text and an image. The text is in a small font and is in black. The image is of a woman in a cage. The text is about a museum and its collection of prints. The text also mentions a new program that allows students to rent prints for a low fee.

The image shows a page from a magazine or newspaper, with a black-and-white image of a woman in a cell. The image is accompanied by a caption that reads, "In Our Time, done by R. B. King, is available to students under the Fogg Museum's new rental program." The caption goes on to explain that the Fogg Museum has a collection of prints by contemporary artists, and that students can rent prints for a fee. The article also mentions that the museum has a diverse collection of prints, including works by German, French, and American artists.

The image shows an open book, specifically a page from the Harvard Bulletin, dated November 1972. The left page contains text discussing various topics, including a critique of Michael Kammer's work on the Harvard-Radcliffe Review, referencing historical and cultural aspects, and a mention of Judith Parker. The text is dense and appears to be an article or editorial commentary.

The right page features a prominent illustration titled "GOODBYE BRUGEL", which is a silk-screen print by R. B. Kitaj. The artwork is described as being available to students under the Fogg Museum's new rental program. The illustration itself is a stylized, graphic depiction of a figure, possibly a young girl, with bold lines and minimal detail, characteristic of Kitaj's style. Below the illustration, there is a caption that reads:

"This silk-screen print by R. B. Kitaj is available to students under the Fogg Museum's new rental program. The Traffic in Young Girls is from the portfolio In Our Time, done in 1967."

Additionally, the page includes a graphic element at the bottom right corner that reads:

"Same sense of burlesque and turn make this show as fetching as its Hasty Pudding precursor." — DIVIERUX CLARKE

and a note:

"That's the Class of 1776, of course."

At the bottom of the page, there is a logo for 95.3 FM, indicating a connection to radio or broadcasting. The overall layout suggests this is a publication that combines academic content, art commentary, and possibly student or campus-related news or features. The design and typography reflect a mid-20th-century aesthetic, consistent with the 1972 publication date.

This image shows a scanned page from a magazine or periodical (titled "Harvard Bulletin" at the bottom), dated November 1972. The page features two text articles. The first column discusses various subjects related to arts, books, and education. One of the articles mentions a book titled People of Paradox by Michael Kammen.

Toward the center-right, there's a smaller column of text discussing printmaking and student engagement with art. Embedded within this section, there's an image of a book or artwork titled Fighting the Traffic in Young Girls. The artwork features a stylized design of a person or figure within an ornate border.

Handwritten notes in pen are visible, including "Harvard Bulletin" and "95.3 FM," indicating that this image might have been annotated or marked for archival or reference purposes. The page has a bordered layout and is shown as part of a larger scrapbook-style format.

This image shows a page from a publication, specifically the "Harvard Bulletin" from November 1972. The page includes several columns of text and a black-and-white printed image in the center. The main article on the page is titled "Goodbye Brueghel" and discusses Harvard students hanging reproductions of works by various artists such as Renoir, Dürer, and Rembrandt on their walls, facilitated by a new rental program from the Fogg Museum. The article mentions the involvement of Daniel Robbins and Louise Ambler in the program.

The printed image within the page is a silk-screen print by R. B. Kitaj titled "Fighting the Traffic in Young Girls." The image depicts a person behind bars attempting to reach or hold onto young girls on the other side, suggesting a theme related to the exploitation or trafficking of young girls.

There is handwritten text below the image stating "Harvard Bulletin 95.3 FM" and a small portion of additional commentary text is visible at the bottom of the page. The text focuses on art, museum-related activities, and student engagement at Harvard.

This image displays a scanned page from what appears to be a magazine or journal, possibly belonging to an academic institution given the reference to Harvard. The page is part of the "Harvard Bulletin," as indicated by the text at the top and bottom. The context suggests it might be from a library or an archive due to labels and additional notations.

There is a main article with a heading "Courtesy Thought," which contains several paragraphs of text and appears to be on the subject of university collections, museums, or libraries. Alongside the article is an advertisement or notice, prominently titled "CLOTHING THE TRAGEDY IN YOUNG GIRLS," with a stylized representation (artwork or a photograph) of two figures enclosed within a border, and includes the name "Harvard Bulletin" just below it followed by the text "95.3 FM." Additional text and context about the play, theatre, or drama related to the title are not fully visible within the image. At the bottom right, there is an unrelated comment or quip that reads, "That's the Class of 1776, of course."

Below the ad, a handwritten note reads "Nov/Dec 1972," which presumably is the issue date of this publication. Also, there is a label on the left side with the handwritten text "Harvard Bulletin," a number indicating either a volume or catalog reference "95.3 FM," and an additional handwritten notation.

The left margin exhibits some age-related discolouration indicating the document has considerable age or has been exposed to light. Furthermore, the open book or magazine lies on a surface that suggests it might be part of an archival process or being cataloged.

The image shows a single page from a brown, aged scrapbook or binder. A black-and-white newspaper/magazine clipping is pasted onto the page. The clipping has several columns of text around a central framed illustration that appears to be a poster or artwork with the title “FIGHTING THE TRAFFIC IN YOUNG GIRLS.” Below the image is a small caption and date, appearing to come from Harvard Bulletin (November 1972). At the bottom of the page there is a white insert with “95.3 FM” and a curved graphic, along with handwritten-style text. The overall look is vintage and the page edges show wear.