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The image appears to be a page from a notebook or folder, with a text and illustrations attached on a yellow background. The page contains several articles and images, likely related to art history or museums.

Here's a breakdown of the visible content:

1. Top Section:

   • The top-left corner shows a printed illustration of a figure in classical attire, holding a staff, with a background of architectural elements.
   • Below the illustration, there is a section with text discussing the "Germain Seligman collection of French drawings," mentioning notable artists like Laurent de la Hyre and Eustace Le Sueur. The text also highlights the quality and historical significance of the drawings.
   • There are additional details about the collection, mentioning the transformation from Italian and Flemish influences to achieving the classical style of "le grand siècle."
   • The text is signed by Konrad Oberhuber, Curator of Drawings and Professor of Fine Arts.
   • There is a note at the bottom: "FAM Newslett, Sept. 1978."

2. Middle Section:

   • The middle section has a smaller printed illustration or photograph of an architectural courtyard or courtyard-like space with intricate details and arches.
   • Below this image, there is text discussing the "Rübel Asiatic Bureau" and its merger with the Harvard Fine Arts Library. It provides details about the collection, including its establishment in 1927, the number of volumes, and the types of research materials it contains.
   • There is also a mention of the publication of a book by Oleg Grabar, a professor of fine arts and chairman of the fine arts department.

3. Bottom Section:

   • The bottom section contains more articles about changes in the Fine Arts Department at Harvard.
   • It mentions professors, visiting faculty, and courses being taught by different individuals during the fall and spring semesters.
   • There is also a note about graduate students being appointed as Junior Fellows by the Society, with an accompanying text about their roles and contributions.

The overall layout and content suggest that this page is from a newsletter or a report related to Harvard's Fine Arts Department and its collections, focusing on the history, significance, and developments of the art collections at the university.

This image shows a document placed inside a folder with alphabetical tabs, possibly part of an archive or a collection of papers. The document appears to be a newsletter or informational sheet from the fine arts department, dated September 1978.

1. Top Left Section:

   • Headline: "SEIDEN & DE CUEVAS, INC. LEND RARE GROUP OF FRENCH DRAWINGS"
   • Image: A black-and-white illustration of a classical figure, possibly a statue or a drawing, sitting on a throne-like chair with one hand raised.
   • Caption: "Laurent de la Hyre, La Dialectique, graphite on paper. Loan — Seiden & de Cuevas, Inc., LTL 90.1978."
   • Text: Describes the admiration for the German Seligman collection of French drawings, highlighting its superb quality and historical significance. It mentions the acquisition of 24 important drawings by Seiden & de Cuevas, Inc., for a long-term loan at the Fogg. The collection includes works by various classical artists and will be on exhibit from November 29, 1978, through January 7, 1979.

2. Top Right Section:

   • Headline: "RÜBEL ASIATIC BUREAU MERGES WITH FINE ARTS LIBRARY"
   • Image: A black-and-white photograph of an ornate architectural interior, possibly from the Alhambra.
   • Caption: "Illustration from Oleg Grabar's The Alhambra."
   • Text: Discusses the merger of the Rübel Asiatic Research Bureau with the Harvard Fine Arts Library on July 1, 1978. It details the history and significance of the Rübel Collection, which contains approximately 12,000 volumes devoted to the history of Oriental art. The text also mentions the publication of a book by Oleg Grabar, professor of fine arts and chairman of the fine arts department, titled "The Alhambra," which will be available in October/November from Harvard University Press.

3. Bottom Section:

   • Headline: "MORE CHANGES IN THE FINE ARTS DEPARTMENT"
   • Text: Provides updates on various changes and appointments within the fine arts department. It mentions that Director Seymour Slive is on sabbatical, and his courses will be taught by visiting faculty. It lists the courses and seminars that will be taught by different professors and graduate students, including Zirka Filipczak, John Walsh, Ann Milstein, Sydney Freedberg, Robert Bagley, and Caroline Houser. It also notes the appointment of Natasha Staller and Nancy Shatzman as Junior Fellows.

The document is titled "FAM Newsletter Sept. 1978" and appears to be a compilation of news and updates from the fine arts department for that period.

This image displays two archival pages from a Harvard University Fine Arts Department newsletter, dated September 1978. The pages are mounted on a larger acid-free backing sheet, which is partially visible on the left and features a vertical grid labeled A–H for archival organization. At the top left corner of the backing, “Apr. 2003” is handwritten, indicating when the item was processed or cataloged.

Upper Page (Primary Content)

This page is titled “SEIDEN & DE CUEVAS, INC. LEND RARE GROUP OF FRENCH DRAWINGS”.

• Visual: It features a black-and-white reproduction of a drawing, captioned:

  Laurent de la Hyre, La Dialectique, graphite on paper. Loan — Seiden & de Cuevas, Inc., L.71, 90.1978

• Text Summary:

  • The article discusses the loan of 24 important French 17th- and 18th-century drawings to the Fogg Art Museum from the German Seligman collection, now held by Seiden & de Cuevas, Inc.
  • Highlights include works by Louis XIII and Louis XIV-era artists and a rare drawing by Pierre Puget.
  • The collection exemplifies the shift from Italian/Flemish influences to French “le grand siècle” style.
  • The drawings were on exhibition at the Fogg from November 29, 1978, to January 7, 1979, and were intended as teaching tools for students.
  • Signed by Konrad Oberhuber, Curator of Drawings and Professor of Fine Arts.

• Handwritten annotation: At the bottom, “3 FAM Newsletter Sept. 1978” is written — likely an internal reference or page number.

Right Column / Sidebar Content

Title: “RÜBEL ASIATIC BUREAU MERGES WITH FINE ARTS LIBRARY”

• Text Summary:

  • Announces the merger on July 1, 1978, of the Rübel Asiatic Research Bureau with the Harvard Fine Arts Library.
  • The Bureau, established in 1927, contained approximately 12,000 volumes on Oriental art.
  • The collection, originally formed by Langdon Warner and later curated by C. Adrian Rübel, was integrated into the Fine Arts Library under the Fine Arts Librarian’s jurisdiction.
  • The transformation from a small collection to a major specialized library occurred through donations and Mr. Rübel’s endowment.
  • Also mentions the merger with Visual Collections in 1965.
  • Signed by Deborah A. Smulyan.

• Illustration: A small black-and-white image of an architectural detail, captioned:

  Illustration from Oleg Grabar’s The Alhambra. Harvard University Press is about to release a major book by Oleg Grabar...

  This refers to a forthcoming book on the Alhambra by Oleg Grabar, then professor and chair of Harvard’s Fine Arts Department.

• Handwritten annotation: “FAM Newsletter Sept. 1978” — same as above, perhaps confirming the source.

Lower Page (Secondary Content)

Title: “MORE CHANGES IN THE FINE ARTS DEPARTMENT”

This page lists personnel and program updates:

• Teaching Faculty Changes:

  • Director Seymour Slive on sabbatical; two visiting faculty teaching Dutch and Flemish art.
  • Zirka Filipczak (Williams College) teaching one course, then Peter Paul Rubens seminar.
  • John Walsh (curator of paintings at Museum of Fine Arts, Boston) teaching a semester on Dutch painting.
  • Caroline Houser returning to teach “Classical Greek Sculpture.”

• Faculty Appointments and Visits:

  • Professor George M.A. Hanfmann (UT Austin) focusing on writing and publication.
  • Ann Milstein named Acting Assistant Curator of prints; will teach Renaissance art.
  • Sydney Freedberg to focus on directing the Museum.
  • Robert Bagley, graduate student, to teach “The Arts of the Chinese Bronze Age.”
  • James Cahill (specialist in Chinese painting, UC Berkeley) is visiting Harvard to lecture on Chinese painting; will also give guest appearances in John Hay’s Oriental art classes.

• Student Honors:

  • Graduate students Natasha Staller and Nancy Shatzman named “Society awarded fellowships” — a distinction awarded to two students nominated by professors.

• Handwritten annotation: “6 FAM Newsletter Sept. 1978” — indicating page 6 of the same newsletter.

Overall Context

This is an archival record of faculty, collection, and program updates within Harvard’s Fine Arts Department for Fall 1978. It highlights:

• A major loan of French drawings,
• A significant library merger (Rübel Collection),
• Visiting scholars and curriculum changes,
• Student achievements.

These materials were likely compiled for internal documentation, historical archives, or research purposes, given their archival mounting and internal annotations.

The handwriting “FAM Newsletter Sept. 1978” on both pages suggests these are clipped or excerpted sections from a larger departmental newsletter, carefully preserved for posterity.

The image is a photograph of a binder containing a collection of newsletters, presumably from the Fine Arts Museum (FAM). The binder is open, revealing several newsletters dated September 1978. Each newsletter is printed on white paper and includes various articles, announcements, and illustrations.

1. Newsletter Layout and Content:

   • The newsletters are neatly organized within the binder, with each page featuring a header that reads "FAM Newsletter, Sept. 1978."
   • The newsletters contain multiple articles and announcements related to the Fine Arts Museum. Each article is separated by horizontal lines for clarity.

2. Articles and Announcements:

   • First Newsletter:
     • Features an article about the acquisition of a rare group of French drawings by Seiden & de Cuevas, Inc. The article includes a black-and-white illustration of a drawing.
     • Another article announces the merger of the Rubel Asiatic Bureau with the Fine Arts Library, detailing the history and significance of the Rubel Collection.
   • Second Newsletter:
     • Discusses changes in the Fine Arts Department, including the temporary reassignment of Director Seymour Slive and the introduction of new courses and lecturers.
     • Mentions the return of Caroline Houser as a Mellon Fellow to teach Classical Greek Sculpture and the appointment of new specialists in various art forms.
   • Third Newsletter:
     • Highlights the expansion of the museum's collection, including the addition of Chinese paintings and the appointment of new curators and assistants.
     • Announces upcoming exhibitions and lectures, including a focus on Dutch painting of the 17th century and Chinese art.

3. Illustrations:

   • Each newsletter includes illustrations relevant to the articles. For example, the first newsletter features a drawing from the newly acquired French collection and an architectural illustration related to the Rubel Collection.
   • The illustrations are in black and white, providing visual context to the written content.

4. Binder and Page Numbers:

   • The binder has a vertical ruler on the left side, indicating page numbers from A to H.
   • Each newsletter is numbered sequentially, with the first newsletter being page 3 and the second being page 6.

5. Additional Details:

   • The newsletters are professionally printed, suggesting they were distributed to museum members or staff.
   • The content reflects the museum's commitment to expanding its collection, enhancing its educational programs, and engaging with the community through exhibitions and lectures.

Summary:
The image depicts a binder containing several newsletters from the Fine Arts Museum dated September 1978. The newsletters announce significant acquisitions, departmental changes, new courses, and upcoming exhibitions. Each newsletter includes relevant illustrations and is organized with clear headers and page numbers. The content reflects the museum's dynamic activities and its dedication to the arts.

The image is a scanned page from a newsletter or magazine. It contains two main articles, with text and images.

The first article is titled "SEIDEN & DE CUEVAS, INC. LEND RARE GROUP OF FRENCH DRAWINGS." It features a black and white drawing of a woman in classical attire, along with a caption that provides background information on the collection. The article discusses the loan of a group of French drawings from the company Seiden & de Cuevas, Inc. to an institution. It mentions the collection's quality, historical significance, and the artists represented.

The second article is titled "RÜBEL ASIATIC RESEARCH BUREAU MERGES WITH FINE ARTS LIBRARY." It includes an image of an architectural structure, possibly an entrance or portal, along with a caption that provides context for the merger. The article discusses the merger of the Rübel Asiatic Research Bureau with the Fine Arts Library, highlighting the collection's growth, the involvement of notable figures like C.A. Langdon, and the potential for future donations and acquisitions.

The page also contains a table of contents or index on the left side, with letters "A" through "H" and corresponding page numbers. The newsletter or magazine appears to be focused on art, history, and cultural topics, with articles related to art collections, institutions, and historical figures.

The image shows an open book or catalog titled "FAM Newsletter", dated September 1978. The page features a mix of textual content and an illustration. Here is a detailed description:

Left Side:

• Illustration:

  • A detailed black-and-white drawing of a classical female figure.
  • The figure is depicted in a dramatic pose, raising one arm and holding a staff or scepter in the other hand.
  • She is adorned in elaborate, flowing robes, suggesting a historical or mythological theme.
  • The drawing is labeled at the bottom as:
    "Laurent de La Hyre. La Delicieuse, graphite on paper. 1639 – Seiden & de Cuevas, Inc. LTQ, no. 1978."
  • The illustration is part of a section titled "Seiden & de Cuevas, Inc. LEND RARE GROUP OF FRENCH DRAWINGS."

• Textual Content:

  • The text discusses a collection of French drawings, specifically mentioning the Seiden & de Cuevas collection.
  • It highlights the quality and historical significance of the drawings, noting that they include works by renowned artists such as Laurent de La Hyre, Jacques Stella, and Charles Le Brun.
  • The collection is described as featuring "an outstanding series of figure studies by Simon Vouet and Lebrun," as well as works by Claude Vignon and François de Troy.
  • The text emphasizes the artistic merit and historical value of the collection, noting that it includes rare and important pieces, such as a parchment drawing by Pierre Puget and works by Claude Lorrain.

Right Side:

• Headline:

  • "RUBÉL ASIATIC BUREAU MERGES WITH FINE ARTS LIBRARY"
  • This section discusses the integration of the Rubel Asiatic Research Bureau with the Fine Arts Library at Harvard.
  • Key points include:
    • The Rubel Bureau was established in 1927 and contained approximately 12,000 volumes devoted to the history of Oriental art.
    • The collection was donated to the Fine Arts Library, and the Bureau will retain its separate identity through the use of a booklet but will be integrated with the holdings of the Fine Arts Library.
    • The administrative jurisdiction of the Fine Arts Librarian will now include the Rubel Bureau.
    • The Rubel Bureau's collection of photographs of Asian art was merged with the Visual Collections of the Fine Arts Library in 1965.

• Additional Text:

  • A smaller section titled "MORE CHANGES IN THE FINE ARTS DEPARTMENT" discusses updates in the Fine Arts Department at Harvard, including:
    • Courses in Dutch and Flemish art being taught by visiting faculty.
    • A new course on Renaissance art by Sydney Freedberg.
    • The appointment of James Cahill as Acting Assistant Professor of Fine Arts.
    • The appointment of Catherine Houser as a Mellon Fellow to teach Classical Greek Sculpture.

• Illustration at the Bottom Right:

  • A small black-and-white photograph of an architectural structure, possibly a mosque or temple, with arched doorways and intricate detailing.
  • Below the image, there is a caption:
    "Illustration from Oleg Grabar’s The Alhambra. Harvard University Press about to release a major book by Oleg Grabar, professor of fine arts and chairman of the Fine Arts department. The Alhambra is one of the world’s most handsomely illustrated volumes. The Alhambra, a 14th-century Moorish palace in Granada, Spain, is renowned as the best-preserved monument from the medieval Islamic world. The book, which sells for $15.00, will be available in October/November from HUP."

Overall Layout:

• The page is structured with a clear division between the left and right sides.
• The left side focuses on an art collection and features a prominent illustration of a classical drawing.
• The right side provides news updates about the Fine Arts Department, including the merger of the Rubel Asiatic Bureau and other departmental changes.
• The page includes handwritten notes at the top and bottom, such as "APRL. 2003" and "FAM Newsletter Sept. 1978", indicating the date of the newsletter and possibly the date the page was reviewed or cataloged.

Conclusion:

The image depicts a page from the FAM Newsletter (September 1978), combining an art-focused article about a rare collection of French drawings with news updates about the Fine Arts Department at Harvard, including the merger of the Rubel Asiatic Bureau and other academic developments. The page is rich in both visual and textual content, reflecting the newsletter's purpose of informing readers about art collections, academic changes, and upcoming publications.

This image shows a journal or scrapbook page containing printed articles and images from the Harvard Fine Arts Newsletter published around September 1978. The articles have various topics, and the sections include handwritten annotations such as "FAM Newsletter Sept. 1978." Here’s a breakdown of the content:

1. Seiden & de Cuevas, Inc. Lend Rare Group of French Drawings:

   • This section discusses a collection of French drawings lent by Seiden & De Cuevas, featuring celebrated artists like Laurent de La Hyre and Claude Vignon.
   • It includes a grayscale illustration of a drawing titled "La Dialectique" by Laurent de La Hyre.

2. Rübel Asiatic Bureau Merges with Fine Arts Library:

   • This article covers the integration of the Rübel Asiatic Research collection into Harvard’s Fine Arts Library.
   • It includes a small photo of architectural details from the Alhambra and mentions its historical significance.

3. More Changes in the Fine Arts Department:

   • Discusses staff changes and new appointments at the Harvard Fine Arts Department.
   • Provides details of staff members transitioning, notably Director Seymour Slive and a new hire, Caroline Houser.

The image also includes a background of a lined paper, perhaps used to organize this scrapbook or archive. Each article contains typed content in blocks with red headings, clearly presenting important institutional updates.

The image shows an open scrapbook page with several clipped articles about the fine arts. The center clip is a large black‑and‑white illustration of a robed, faceless figure seated in a room, with a caption that mentions a loan of rare French drawings (Seiden & De Cuevas, Inc.). Flanking this main clip are two smaller articles on the right: one about the Rubel Asiatic Bureau merging with the Fine Arts Library, and another about an illustration from a work (likely The Alhambra). At the bottom is another clipped article titled “More Changes in the Fine Arts Department.” All clips have handwritten pencil notes at the bottom (likely noting sources and dates, e.g., September 1978). The page is part of a vintage scrapbook, with a light yellowed background and a left margin showing lettered rows (A, B, C, D, etc.).

This image shows a page from what appears to be a newsletter or publication. The page features several articles with headlines, columns, and accompanying images. The upper left portion of the page has a column with the heading "Selden A. De Cuevas, Inc. Lend Rare Group of French Drawings," followed by a body of text and an image of a classical drawing of a draped figure. To the right, there is another section with the title "Riehl Asiatic Bureau Merges With Fine Arts Library," which includes text and an image of an arched structure, possibly an entrance to a historical building.

In the lower portion of the page, there is a header "More Changes in the Fine Arts Department" with a paragraph of text beneath it. On the left side of the page, there is a yellowish-brown vertical band featuring a list of alphabets (A to I) with corresponding boxes, potentially a part of a filing or categorization system within the newsletter.

Throughout the page, handwritten notes are visible in various places, indicating dates such as "Sept.1978," which may provide context to when the events described took place or when the newsletter was compiled or annotated. The overall layout is indicative of a publication focused on fine arts, cultural events, or educational announcements.

The image shows a scrapbook or archival page with four clippings related to fine arts, dated September 1978 from the "FAM Newsletter." The clippings are organized neatly on the page, arranged in a roughly rectangular layout with three articles positioned in the top half and one across the bottom.

1. Top Left Clipping: "SEIDEN & DE CUEVAS, INC. LEND RARE GROUP OF FRENCH DRAWINGS"

   • Contains an illustration of a classical figure in robes holding a staff, with the face obscured.
   • The text discusses a collection of French drawings lent by Seiden & de Cuevas, highlighting classical artists such as Laurent de la Hyre and Eustace Le Sueur.
   • The drawings come from 17th-century French classical artists and have been exhibited at the Fogg Museum.

2. Top Right Clipping: "RÜBEL ASIATIC BUREAU MERGES WITH FINE ARTS LIBRARY"

   • Describes the merger of the Rübel Asiatic Research Bureau with the Harvard Fine Arts Library as of July 1, 1978.
   • Details the collections involved, such as the history of Oriental art and the Fine Arts Library’s history.
   • An illustration accompanies this clipping, showing a detail from "Oleg Grabar's The Alhambra," depicting a patterned architectural element.

3. Bottom Clipping: "MORE CHANGES IN THE FINE ARTS DEPARTMENT"

   • Announces staff changes and sabbaticals, including Seymour Slive’s sabbatical and Ann Milstein becoming Acting Assistant Curator of Prints.
   • Mentions upcoming teaching and lectures, including areas of Dutch and Flemish art and Oriental art.
   • Lists names of other faculty members and their roles or expertise.

The page is part of a larger archival system with column and row labels (A-H, 1-6) visible on the left side of the binder. Handwritten notations confirm the source ("FAM Newsletter") and date (September 1978) for several of the clippings.