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This image shows two pages from a printed document, possibly a news article or magazine spread, discussing the topic of "Greek vases." The left page has a headline that reads "Focus on the cost of old vases," and it appears to be an article from "The Christian Science Monitor" dated December 2, 1972. The article includes a subheading that mentions the "Age of Pericles" and references a vase from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, dated from 460 to 450 B.C. A black-and-white illustration of a Greek vase is featured at the bottom of the page, with the caption "Cut-rate antiquity?"

The right page is titled "Greek vases" and is labeled as a continuation from page 1, also from "The Christian Science Monitor" dated December 2, 1972. This page discusses the Fogg vase, its condition, and its valuation by the Internal Revenue Service. It also mentions a comparison of the Fogg vase with other Greek vases and quotes from Dr. Vermeule, the curator of ancient art at the Fogg Museum.

The pages are printed on a beige-colored paper and are taped onto a piece of cardboard or a book, indicating that they might be part of a scrapbook or a collection of articles. The text is in black, with some headings in bold. The overall appearance is aged, with some signs of wear and tear, suggesting that the document is from a past publication.

This image shows two newspaper clippings mounted on a page, likely from a scrapbook or collection. The left clipping is from "The Christian Science Monitor," dated December 2, 1972, and is titled "Focus on the cost of old vases" by Susan Drysdale. The article discusses the high cost of ancient Greek vases, specifically mentioning a vase purchased by the Metropolitan Museum of Art for $1 million, plus $300,000 worth of Greek coins. It also mentions other Greek vases owned by the Met, Harvard's Fogg Museum, and Boston's Museum of Fine Arts. The article includes a black-and-white image of a Greek vase at the bottom, with the caption "Cut-rate antiquity?" The right clipping is a continuation of the article about Greek vases, focusing on the Fogg vase and its historical context. It includes details about the vase's acquisition, its condition, and comparisons with other vases from the Boston Museum of Fine Arts and the Met. The clipping is also dated December 2, 1972. Both clippings are neatly pasted onto the page, with some handwritten notes at the top of each clipping.

This image displays a three-page newspaper clipping, likely preserved in a scrapbook or folder, laid open against a plain, light gray background.

The clipping is from the Boston Globe, dated Saturday, December 2, 1972. The visible pages are from the “Christian Science Monitor” section, focusing on an art story titled “Focus on the cost of old vases” by Susan Drysdale.

The articles detail the high-profile acquisition by two major American museums — the Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met) in New York and the Boston Museum of Fine Arts — of ancient Greek vases. These acquisitions occurred at the same time and generated significant publicity due to their high prices (over $1 million for the Met’s vase) and the fact that the vases were previously owned by other museums for much less.

Key points covered in the text include:

• The Met’s vase, depicting a scene from Greek mythology, is attributed to the painter Euphronios.
• The Boston museum’s vase comes from the collection of Sir John Beazley and is described as a “wonderful vase.”
• The article mentions that both vases had been “cracked and mended” in antiquity.
• It includes quotes from curators, including Corneilis Vermeule of the Boston museum, and discusses the debate over whether the high prices reflect an object’s artistic merit or just its provenance.
• The text also notes that the Met’s vase was donated to Harvard in 1960-61 by Frederick M. Watkins and was later sold, while the Boston museum’s vase was purchased quietly in 1964.

On the bottom of the leftmost page, there is an illustration of a black-figure Greek vase with the caption: “Cut-rate antiquity?”.

The clipping is mounted on a plain, brownish paper background, and the paper itself is slightly yellowed with age, suggesting it is a vintage artifact. Red handwritten markings, including “Christian Science Monitor” and “Greek vases,” appear on the top right clipping, further personalizing the collection.

A piece of paper, probably a newspaper clipping, is attached to the page of a book. The clipping has a red line on the left side. The clipping is about the cost of old vases. The clipping is written by Susan Drysdale. The clipping is about the Boston Museum of Fine Arts and the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. The clipping also has a picture of a vase.

The image shows an open book with two pages displayed. The left page has a newspaper clipping titled "Focus on the Cost of Old Vases" with a red line drawn across it. The clipping is dated December 2, 1972. The right page has a section titled "Greek Vases" with handwritten notes and text discussing the value and history of ancient Greek vases. The text mentions a vase bought by Frederick M. Watkins for $80,000 and donated to Harvard University. The book appears to be a collection of articles and notes on the topic of ancient Greek artifacts and their value.

The image shows an open book or magazine, specifically the front page of an issue titled "The Christian Science Monitor", dated Saturday, December 2, 1972. The page features a prominent headline that reads "Focus on the cost of old vases", written in large, bold text. The article is authored by Susan Drydale and discusses the value and market dynamics of ancient Greek vases, particularly focusing on a notable example from the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Key Elements in the Image:

1. Headline and Subheading:

   • The main headline is "Focus on the cost of old vases", emphasizing the theme of the article.
   • The subheading introduces the topic with "By Susan Drydale", indicating the author.

2. Article Content:

   • The article discusses the value of Greek vases, mentioning that a signature piece from New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art, valued at $2 million, was purchased for $100,000.
   • It highlights the discrepancy in valuation, noting that Greek vases are often undervalued compared to other artifacts.
   • The article references a specific vase, the "Sarpedon Vase", which depicts a scene from Greek mythology involving the death of Sarpedon, a warrior carried by winged figures of Sleep and Death.

3. Visual Elements:

   • There is a small illustration or photograph of a vase at the bottom left of the page, showing a portion of an ancient Greek vase. The image is labeled "Cut-rate antiquity?", suggesting a critical or ironic tone regarding the valuation of such artifacts.
   • The illustration appears to depict a portion of a painted scene, consistent with the description of the Sarphedon Vase in the article.

4. Additional Text:

   • The page includes a smaller article snippet titled "Greek vases", which appears to be a continuation or related piece from the same issue. This snippet discusses the classification and dating of Greek vases, mentioning terms like "Parthenaean" and "Rhysopontic painter".
   • The text references experts such as Dr. Vermuele and George M.A. Hanfmann, who are noted for their work in archaeology and ancient art.

5. Layout and Design:

   • The page has a clean, newspaper-style layout with clear typography.
   • The article is structured with subheadings, such as "Age of Period" and "Both cracked and mended", which guide the reader through different aspects of the discussion.
   • There are annotations or markings on the page, such as handwritten notes or underlining, suggesting that the image may be from a personal collection or archive.

Overall Impression:

The image captures a historical moment in the discussion of art valuation, particularly focusing on the economic and cultural significance of ancient Greek vases. The combination of textual analysis and visual representation (the vase illustration) provides a comprehensive view of the topic, blending journalistic reporting with scholarly insight. The page reflects the era's interest in antiquities and the challenges of assessing their true worth.

This image shows a scrapbook page with two newspaper clippings glued onto a brown background.

1. Left Clipping: It features a section from The Christian Science Monitor, dated Saturday, December 2, 1972. The article is titled "Focus on the cost of old vases" and is written by Susan Drysdale. There is a red annotation on the title, possibly added for emphasis, and the article discusses the value and significance of ancient Greek vases, including mentions of specific museums and collectors. A small image of a Greek vase is included at the bottom of the article.

2. Right Clipping: This continuation of the previous article is titled "Greek vases" and also dated December 2, 1972. The text explores details about the taxation, acquisition, and preservation of ancient vases, mentioning institutions such as the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston and their related artifacts. Handwritten annotations in red, such as "Christian Science Monitor" and "Dec. 2," mark the clipping. The article likely goes into assessments and historical significance of these objects.

Both clippings were likely part of a discussion on art valuation and antiquity preservation, highlighted by their careful placement in this scrapbook.

A vintage scrapbook page with two newspaper clippings mounted on a brown card.

• On the left, a long clipping with the headline “Focus on the cost of old vases” (by Susan Drysdale). It discusses the price of ancient Greek vases and mentions the Metropolitan Museum of Art; at the bottom is a small illustration of a vase with the caption “Cut-rate antiquity?”
• On the right, a shorter clipping headlined “Greek vases” (appears to be continued from another page). It covers related topics about acquisition, costs, and related notes (tax and museum purchases).

The clippings have handwritten notes at the top, and overall the page resembles a collage from a newspaper archive about antique vases.

This is an image of an open scrapbook or album with newspaper clippings pasted onto the brown paper page. The clippings are from "The Christian Science Monitor" dated Saturday, December 2, 1972. The main headline reads: "Focus on the cost of old vases" by Susan Drysdale. Below the headline is an article which appears to discuss issues related to the art market, specifically the monetary value of old vases, with mentions of museum acquisitions and tax implications.

There are pieces of the article cut out and organized so that the continuation is on the right-hand side. The left clipping has a caption about the 'Age of Pericles' while the right clipping continues the dialogue on 'Greek vases' with mention of specific historic artwork and museums such as the Boston Museum of Fine Arts and referencing people like J. Paul Getty and art patrons or specialists.

The text makes references to specific historical artifacts, figures, and possibly provenance or valuation of ancient vases. There are also references to several notable institutions, such as Harvard University. It seems the article is discussing certain aspects of art collection, provenance, valuation, and possibly the legality of some art transactions.

Additionally, at the bottom of the left column, there’s an image of a vase with the caption "Cut-rate antiquity?" which may question the true value of the discussed pieces. This type of scrapbook or collection could be someone's personal record of art-related news articles or a research compilation.

The image shows a scrapbook page with two newspaper clippings attached. Both clippings appear to be from "The Christian Science Monitor" and dated December 2, 1972.

The larger clipping on the left has a headline that reads: "Focus on the cost of old vases" by Susan Drysdale. It discusses the high value of ancient Greek vases, specifically referring to a signature worth $1 million, with New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art and several other museums involved in acquiring these artifacts. It mentions three ancient calyx kraters from about 510 B.C., their historical context, and various opinions on their value. At the bottom of this clipping, there is a black-and-white image of one of the vases, identified as courtesy of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, with the caption "Cut-rate antiquity?"

The smaller clipping on the right continues the article under the heading "Greek vases," detailing the reassessment and valuation of another ancient vase known as the Fogg vase. It talks about the history of the vase's acquisition, its valuation by experts, how cracked and mended vases compare between the Boston Museum of Fine Arts and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the opinions of professors and curators about the artistic quality of the vases.

Both clippings are neatly glued to a plain grayish-brown page in a scrapbook or album. Handwritten notes in pen at the top of the clippings identify the source and date as "The Christian Science Monitor" and "December 2, 1972."