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This image captures a single, open page from the Harvard Bulletin, dated April 1973. The page is mounted on a sturdy, tan-colored, folded cardboard backing, suggesting it is part of a scrapbook or archival collection. The layout features two main textual and image blocks on the left and right sides of the page, with handwritten notes visible.

Left Column

• Top Image: A black-and-white photograph of a circular, white relief medallion against a dark green ground, made in 1790 by Wedgwood. It depicts the mythological figure Ganymede feeding an eagle. A caption beneath the image notes that this is a trial example, as indicated by a memorandum in Josiah Wedgwood’s hand.
• Main Article: Titled “Old Wedgwood at the Fogg,” this article details an exhibition of Wedgwood ceramics bequeathed to the Fogg Art Museum by Grenville L. Winthrop. It describes the collection’s range of colors — greens, lilacs, blacks, yellows — and its focus on ornamental stoneware, including portrait medallions and vases. It mentions that these items, purchased from London dealer Frederick Rathbone, will be on display from April 19 through May 27. The exhibition also includes fragments of Harvard Commemorative China ordered in 1927 by President Lowell, which were designed to imitate Wedgwood patterns.

Right Column

• Top Section “Exhibitions”: A column describing current exhibitions at the Fogg Museum:
  • The continued display of Old Wedgwood from April 19–May 27 (with a reference to page 59 for a more accurate description).
  • “Rockscape by C. C. Wang and Earlier Landscapes from his Collection” continuing through April 15, with a gallery talk by Simosa Friedman on April 15.
  • A continuing exhibit of “Contemporary American Photographs” from the Fogg’s photography department, featuring works by Weston, White, Hurst, Newman, and Steichen, beginning in late April.
  • A note about Carpenter Center’s tenth birthday celebration in the spring.
• Bottom Image: A black-and-white photograph of a drawing titled “Danny Lyon’s Scrambles Racer, Indiana, 1965,” from the current exhibition of contemporary American photographs at the Fogg. The image depicts a sketchy, dynamic scene of what appears to be a dirt-track race with motorcyclists and spectators in the background.

Handwritten Notes

Beneath the photograph of Danny Lyon’s drawing, two inscriptions are visible:

• “Harvard Bulletin April 1973” — written in blue ink, confirming the source and date of the clipping.
• “The H” (or possibly “The H?”) — written in black ink, perhaps a personal annotation or abbreviation by the collector.

Overall Context

The page serves as a historical record of exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum (now part of the Harvard Art Museums) in April 1973. It highlights major collections — particularly the prestigious Wedgwood ceramics legacy of Grenville L. Winthrop — as well as contemporary photography and Asian art. The careful preservation of this clipping on archival paper, with handwritten annotations, suggests it was saved as a keepsake or research material by an individual interested in art history or Harvard’s cultural programming at the time.

The image appears to be a page from a publication, possibly a magazine or a brochure, dated April 1973. The page is divided into two main sections:

1. Left Section:

   • At the top, there is a black and white illustration of a Wedgwood medallion from 1790, depicting Ganymede feeding an eagle.
   • Below the illustration, there is a detailed description of the medallion, explaining its historical significance and the design elements. It mentions that the portrait is a white relief on a dipped green ground and is marked "Wedgwood" at the left crown of the reverse. The text also notes that there is a memorandum in Josiah Wedgwood's hand indicating that this was a trial example.
   • The section is titled "Old Wedgwood at the Fogg," and it provides information about the exhibition of Old Wedgwood at the Fogg Art Museum. It discusses the collection of the Grenville L. Winthrop bequest, including portrait medallions, vases, and bas-reliefs.

2. Right Section:

   • This section is titled "Exhibitions" and contains information about the exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum.
   • It mentions that the Fogg's precious collection of Old Wedgwood, inherited via the generosity of Grenville L. Winthrop, will be on display from April 19 through May 27. There are also details about other exhibitions, including "Rockscapes by C. C. Wang," "Earlier Landscapes from his Collection," and a "Continuing exhibit of Contemporary American Photographs."
   • At the bottom of this section, there is a drawing titled "Danny Lyon's Scrambles Racer, Indiana, 1965," from the current exhibition of contemporary American photographs at the Fogg. The text is dated "Harvard Bulletin April 1973."

The page appears to be part of a publication related to art exhibitions and collections, specifically focusing on Wedgwood and contemporary American photographs. The layout is clean and informative, with clear sections and detailed descriptions of the artworks and exhibitions.

This image is a page from a publication, likely a newsletter or bulletin, dated April 1973. The page is printed on a light brown paper and contains text and images related to art exhibitions and collections.

On the left side of the page, there is an article titled "Old Wedgwood at the Fogg." It discusses the collection of old Wedgwood ceramics, particularly portrait medallions, vases, and bas-reliefs, which were part of the Grenville L. Winthrop bequest to the Fogg Art Museum. The text mentions that these pieces will be on display from April 19 through May 27. There is also a small image of a Wedgwood medallion from 1790, depicting Ganymede feeding an eagle. The caption explains that this is a white relief on a dipped green ground and was a trial example.

On the right side of the page, there is a section titled "Exhibitions," which provides information about various exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum. It mentions the display of Winthrop's Wedgwood collection, an exhibition of Rockscapes by C.C. Wang, and a continuing exhibit of Contemporary American Photographs. There is also a photograph of a piece titled "Danny Lyon's Scrambles Racer, Indiana, 1965," which is part of the contemporary American photographs exhibition.

The page also includes handwritten notes at the bottom right corner, which appear to be annotations or comments related to the content of the page.

An open book displays a page with three pieces of paper attached to it. The paper on the left has a drawing of a man holding a bowl with a bird perched on his shoulder. The paper in the middle has a drawing of a man standing in water. The paper on the right has a list of names and a signature. The book has a brown cover and is placed on a white surface.

The image shows an open book with two pages displaying text and images. The left page features a black-and-white image of a medallion with a man sitting under a tree, accompanied by a text box with details about the medallion. The right page has a smaller image of a drawing of a man and a text box with information about an exhibition. The book's spine is visible, and the pages are brown with a slightly worn appearance.

The image shows an open book or catalog, likely from an exhibition or museum publication, dated April 1973. The book is open to two pages, with the left page featuring a detailed description and the right page displaying an exhibition listing.

Left Page:

• Title: "Old Wedgwood at the Fogg"
• Content: The page discusses the collection of old Wedgwood items in the Grenville L. Winthrop bequest to the Fogg Art Museum. It highlights the variety of colors and patterns in the Wedgwood pieces, including green, blue, black, yellow, and white. The text mentions portrait medallions, vases, and bas-reliefs, as well as a specific example of a Wedgwood medallion made in 1790, featuring Gayreide feeding an eagle. The medallion is described as having a white relief on a diapered green ground, with a crown on the reverse. A memorandum in Josiah Wedgwood's hand indicates that this was a trial example.
• Exhibition Details: The text notes that a super exhibition of drawings and objects from the old Wedgwood will be on display at the Fogg from April 19 through May 27. It also references a special order of items from Josiah Wedgwood & Sons in 1827 by President Lowell, including a commemorative China set for Harvard, which will be displayed alongside other Wedgwood pieces.

Right Page:

• Exhibition Listing: This section lists several exhibitions, including:
  • "The Fogg's precious collection of Old Wedgwood" under Grenville L. Winthrop, with a display scheduled from April 19–27 at the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts.
  • "Rockscapes by C. C. Wang" from April 16 through April 30 at the Fogg Art Museum.
  • "Porgy’s American Photographs" from April 16 through April 30 at the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts.
• Visual Element: There is a small photograph or illustration at the top right of the page, depicting what appears to be a historical artifact or artwork labeled "Danny Lyon’s Scramble Racer, Indiana, 1965, from the current exhibition at the Fogg."
• Handwritten Note: At the bottom right of the page, there is a handwritten note that reads "Harvard Bulletin April 1973," likely indicating the source or publication date of the catalog.

Overall Context:

The book appears to be a catalog or bulletin from the Harvard Art Museums, specifically the Fogg Art Museum, detailing upcoming exhibitions and highlighting notable collections, such as the Wedgwood pieces in the Winthrop bequest. The layout combines descriptive text with exhibition schedules and visual elements, providing a comprehensive overview of the museum's programming for the spring of 1973.

The image shows a scrapbook page with two clippings and an image of a ceramic medallion. The medallion features a classical scene, possibly of a mythological theme, depicting figures and a tree in low relief. The first clipping on the left discusses "Old Wedgwood at the Fogg," referring to a collection of historic Wedgwood pottery, including information about its artistic and historical significance. The second clipping on the right mentions exhibitions, including Wedgwood's historical pieces and photographic and artistic displays at the institution. Handwritten notes in blue ink annotate the page near a small, faint sketch of what appears to be figures or a landscape, labeled as being related to a 1973 exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum. The overall layout and annotations suggest the page is part of an archival or documentary record.

The image shows a page, seemingly from a magazine or journal, with content on both the left and right sides. The page is bound on the left indicating it is part of a larger collection of pages. The overall tone of the paper is a light tawny color, giving it a vintage look.

On the left side, there is a featured article with a headline "Old Wedgwood at the Fogg" and a smaller heading that reads "One old Wedgwood medallion, made in 1790, Ganymede feeds an eagle..." below which is an image of the mentioned medallion. The article text underneath discusses various aspects of a Wedgwood collection at the Fogg Art Museum, mentioning items like plates, vases, and bas-reliefs, as well as some history about the collection and exhibitions.

On the right side, there are two sections. The upper-right section is labeled "Exhibitions" and discusses the Fogg's collection of old Wedgwood, inviting readers to see pieces on display in April and May. The lower-right segment of the page features a rough sketch of a landscape scene, which appears to be signed "Howard P---tte April 1993" along with a date stamp or handwriting indicating "Thu 4" which is likely the day of the week, Thursday. The image is labeled "Danny Lyon/Strambles Racer, Indiana, 1965, from the current exhibition of contemporary American photography at the Fogg."

The image shows a scrapbook or album page with two newspaper or magazine clippings attached to it. The left clipping features an image of a Wedgwood medallion depicting a person feeding an eagle, surrounded by a circular border. Below the image, there is a caption describing the Wedgwood medallion made in 1790, and a detailed article titled "Old Wedgwood at the Fogg" discussing the Wedgwood collection at the Fogg Art Museum, its history, and the contributions of key individuals related to the exhibit.

The right clipping contains a sketch-like image of a person in a water scene, identified in the caption as "Danny Lyon's Scrambles Racer, Indiana, 1965, from the current exhibition of contemporary American photographs at the Fogg." Above this image is a short "Exhibitions" section providing information about several exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, including a Wedgwood collection exhibition. Handwritten text below the photograph reads "Harvard Bulletin April 1973."

The image shows a brown scrapbook page with two newspaper clippings mounted on it.

• Left: A tall clipping with a large circular black‑and‑white illustration at the top (a relief scene with a seated woman and a child under a tree). The heading reads “Old Wedgwood at the Fogg,” followed by a block of text describing Wedgwood and an exhibition. A small caption beneath the illustration mentions the relief and a date (April 1790s are referenced in the text).

• Right: A smaller clipping labeled “Exhibitions” at the top. It contains a column of text about exhibitions, and a black‑and‑white photograph pasted toward the lower portion. The caption beneath the photo reads something like “Danny Lyon’s Scrambles Racer, Indiana, 1965, from the current exhibition of contemporary American photography at the Fogg.” There is also a handwritten note in blue ink along the bottom edge of this clipping.

Overall, it appears to be a page from a museum/school scrapbook documenting past exhibitions and 1960s photographs.