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The image shows a newsletter from the Fogg Art Museum, which is part of Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The newsletter is Volume 10, Number 1, dated September 1970. The main headline of the newsletter is "New Presences in the Fogg Museum: A Rich Selection of Recent Acquisitions to Be Shown."

The text describes the formative years of the Fogg Art Museum, which were influenced by directors and curators who were also art historians. Their enthusiasm attracted donors who contributed significant works to the museum. The newsletter highlights that gifts from private individuals continue to be an important source of acquisitions for the museum.

The upcoming exhibition, "New Presences in the Fogg Museum," is set to open on September 19, 1970, and will feature a selection of acquisitions from the past four years. The exhibition will include nearly 300 objects, showcasing the diversity of the museum's collections, which range from ancient to modern times and represent various cultures and artistic styles.

Notable acquisitions mentioned include an important Egyptian portrait of a woman from the Roman period, Indian and Persian miniatures, Chinese paintings, Japanese drawings, and European art from the Middle Ages through the Renaissance. The exhibition will also feature works by contemporary artists such as Agnes Martin, Robert Rauschenberg, and Louis Nevelson.

The newsletter is placed on a clipboard, which is visible in the image. The background is a neutral gray, allowing the text and the image of the artwork on the newsletter to stand out clearly.

The image shows a page from the Fogg Art Museum's Newsletter, Volume 16, Number 1, dated September 1978. The cover features the Fogg Art Museum's logo prominently at the top, with the words "FOGG ART MUSEUM" in bold red letters.

The main headline on the cover reads: "NEW PRESENCES IN THE FOGG MUSEUM: A RICH SELECTION OF RECENT ACQUISITIONS TO BE SHOWN." Below the headline, there is a detailed description of the exhibition opening on October 20, 1978. The text discusses how the museum's collections were historically built through the enthusiasm of donors and the ongoing efforts of the museum's directors and curators.

It mentions that the exhibition, "New Presences in the Fogg Museum," will showcase recent acquisitions and long-term loans, focusing on various cultures and periods, from ancient times to modern art. The text also highlights a few specific pieces, including a Minoan Egyptian relief, a Roman portrait of Lucius Verus, and Islamic world artifacts, among others. The exhibition is noted to include works from the Far East to Western Europe and North America, covering a range of artistic mediums from painting to drawing, photography, and decorative arts.

The page includes a small image of a drawing titled "Agnolo Bronzino: Head of a Wind God (recto)," and notes the source of funding for the acquisition: the Fund for the Arts and the Louise Haskell Day Fund, dated 1978. The page appears to be torn or damaged along the edges.

The image shows a page from a newsletter of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, dated September 1978. The title of the newsletter is "Fogg Art Museum Newsletter, Volume 16, Number 1."

The main focus of the newsletter is on a new exhibition titled "New Presences in the Fogg Museum: A Rich Selection of Recent Acquisitions to Be Shown." The text describes the history of the museum and the impact of gifts from private individuals, which have significantly enriched its collections.

The exhibition opening is scheduled for October 20, and it will display a selection of recent acquisitions and loans from the museum's extensive collection. The article mentions that the exhibition will showcase a variety of cultures and art forms, highlighting works from different periods and regions, including ancient Egyptian, Islamic, Far East, and modern American art.

The piece also includes a prominent illustration of a sketch by Agostino Carracci, titled "Head of a Wind God," which is credited to the Fogg Art Museum's acquisitions fund, specifically the funds from the Fogg Art Museum and the Louis and Anne Hawkes Fund.

The newsletter aims to inform readers about the museum's efforts to present a diverse array of artworks and enrich educational opportunities through its collections.

The image displays a newsletter from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. This particular issue is from September 1978 and is Volume 16, Number 1. The headline of the newsletter announces "New Presences in the Fogg Museum: A Rich Selection of Recent Acquisitions to be Shown," indicating that the museum has acquired several new pieces that will be exhibited.

The main article discusses how the Fogg Art Museum's collections have been shaped by its directors and curators over the years, many of whom were also collectors. The article explains that the museum's growth has been significantly influenced by the generosity of private donors, many of whom have Harvard affiliations. The acquisitions mentioned include a wide range of art, from ancient to modern, and span various cultures, such as Chinese, Japanese, Indian, Islamic, and Western. The exhibition, which opens on October 20, 1978, is a highlight of the nearly 2,000 works of art acquired since Seymour Slive became the museum's acting director in 1974. The exhibition is set to feature selected pieces due to space constraints.

The image included in the newsletter is a drawing by A. Carracci, titled "Head of a Wind God," created with red chalk on buff paper, measuring 13 3/4 x 10 1/2 inches. This piece was donated to the Fogg Art Museum by the Maida and George W. Preston Fund and the Louis Haskell Daily Fund in 1975.

The image shows a newsletter from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, dated September 1978. Here are the key details:

1. Header:

   • The title "FOGG ART MUSEUM" is prominently displayed in large red letters.
   • Below the title, it mentions "Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138."

2. Newsletter Information:

   • It is labeled as Volume 1, Number 1 of the newsletter.
   • The main headline reads: "NEW PRESENCES IN THE FOGG MUSEUM: A RICH SELECTION OF RECENT ACQUISITIONS TO BE SHOWN."

3. Content Summary:

   • The article discusses the history and evolution of the Fogg Art Museum, noting that it was shaped by directors and curators who were collectors themselves. Their efforts formed the core of the museum's renowned collections.
   • It highlights the current contributions from private individuals who are alumni, attendees, or friends of Harvard. These individuals donate art to enhance the museum's educational mission.
   • The newsletter announces an upcoming exhibition titled "New Presences in the Fogg Museum," which will open to the public on October 20. This exhibition will feature a wide range of recent acquisitions, showcasing art from ancient to modern times.
   • The exhibition includes works from the Far East, Western Europe, and the Americas, encompassing various media like painting, drawing, photography, and decorative arts.
   • Specific significant acquisitions mentioned include:
     • A Minoan vase donated by Dr. and Mrs. Jerome M. Eisenberg.
     • A bronze head of Lucius Verus.
     • A Chinese mirror and Japanese drawings.
     • A bronze sculpture from the Renaissance.
   • The acquisitions are supported by various funds, including the Agnes Caragorios Fund and the David P. Becker Fund.

Overall, the newsletter details the museum's growth through donations and announces a new exhibition showcasing these recent additions.

The image is a page from a newsletter of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, dated September 1978. The headline reads "New Presences in the Fogg Museum: A Rich Selection of Recent Acquisitions to be Shown."

The article discusses the Fogg Museum's history and its recent acquisitions. It highlights that the museum's formative years were shaped by directors and curators who were passionate about art, attracting benefactors who donated their outstanding private collections, forming the core of the museum's renowned collections.

The text mentions that the museum continues to receive gifts from private individuals, which contribute significantly to its collections. These gifts are used to educate young men and women, and the museum aims to amass works of quality and depth from various cultures.

The exhibition titled "New Presences in the Fogg Museum" opened to the public on October 20, 1978, with a Friends' Opening the evening before. This exhibition showcases a selection of recent acquisitions and long-term loans added to the collection. Due to limited space, the exhibition will only feature highlights from the nearly 2000 works acquired since Seymour Slive became acting director in 1974.

The acquisitions span various cultures and time periods, including ancient Egyptian art, Roman portraiture, Islamic art, and modern American times. The article specifically mentions a Minoan fresco, an Egyptian rosette, a Roman portrait head, and Islamic and Chinese art pieces. The exhibition will also feature works from painting and drawing to photography and decorative arts.

The page includes an image of a drawing by Agostino Carracci titled "Head of a Wind God," with a note indicating that the drawing was acquired with funds from the Bequest of Ernest B. and Henry W. Kellogg and the Louis Haskell Daily Fund.

The image shows a newsletter from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, dated September 1978, Volume 16, Number 1. The title "FOGG" is prominently displayed in large red letters at the top, with "ART MUSEUM" beneath it. The newsletter is about new acquisitions at the Fogg Museum, highlighting a rich selection of recent art pieces to be shown.

There is a black-and-white drawing of a head with curly hair in the left section of the newsletter. The text beside the image discusses the museum's history, the importance of gifts from private individuals, and the upcoming exhibition opening to the public on October 20, 1978. It mentions various art pieces from different cultures and periods that have been acquired recently.

A specific artwork credited at the bottom is "Agostino Carracci, Head of a Wind God (recto), red chalk on buff paper," purchased in 1975-91 through the Mario T. Phinney Fund and Louis Haskell Daly Fund.

The newsletter is attached to a larger beige folder or album page with some torn brown paper visible behind it.

This image shows a newsletter from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The newsletter is dated September 1978 and is marked as Volume 16, Number 1. At the top of the page is a header with the museum's name in bold, large font.

The main focus of the newsletter is a section titled "NEW PRESENCES IN THE FOGG MUSEUM: A RICH SELECTION OF RECENT ACQUISITIONS TO BE SHOWN". This section discusses the formative years of the Fogg Art Museum and notes contributions made by various individuals to the museum's collection. It emphasizes the importance of gifts from private collectors and the expectation that the art pieces will be used extensively in the education of young men and women. The article points out that the museum contains works which represent various eras across a wide range of cultures and art forms.

An illustration of a sketch depicting a head titled "Head of a Wind God (recto), probably part of buff," is featured in the newsletter. The artist of the sketch is Agostino Carracci, and the piece comes from a private collection from Paul and Leone Levi and a Fogg Art Museum Purchase—Mary L. Smith Fund.

The paper appears to be somewhat old and yellowed with age, and placed in what looks like a scrapbook or an album, indicated by the torn page on the left and the backing yellow paper visible on the sides.

The image shows a page from a newsletter titled "Fogg Art Museum", published by Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The newsletter is labeled as Volume 16, Number 1, dated September 1978. The page is titled "NEW PRESENCES IN THE FOGG MUSEUM: A RICH SELECTION OF RECENT ACQUISITIONS TO BE SHOWN".

Key Features of the Image:

1. Header Information:

   • The top of the page prominently displays the Fogg Art Museum logo and name in bold red text.
   • The subheading indicates it is a newsletter from Harvard University, located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with the catalog number 02138.

2. Main Text:

   • The text discusses the Fogg Museum's collection and its development over time, highlighting the role of directors, curators, and collectors in shaping the museum's holdings.
   • It emphasizes the importance of gifts from private individuals and how these contributions have enriched the museum's collections.
   • The newsletter announces an upcoming exhibition titled "New Presences in the Fogg Museum", which will feature a selection of recent acquisitions. The exhibition is scheduled to open to the public on November 28 and will remain on view through February 26.
   • The exhibition will showcase approximately 2000 objects acquired since Simeon Sive became the museum's acting director in 1974. These objects span various cultures, time periods, and media, including:
     • American art history (from ancient Europe to modern American art).
     • Works by prominent artists such as Seymour Lipton.
     • Art from the Far East, including Indian and Persian miniatures, Chinese and Japanese drawings and calligraphy, and Buddhist sculpture.
     • Western art, including paintings and drawings from the Renaissance.
     • Decorative arts, such as an Egyptian relief (a Minoan head of a lady) and a Roman portrait antique of Lucius Verus.

3. Illustration:

   • On the left side of the page, there is a black-and-white illustration of a sculpture or relief. The subject appears to be a head, possibly of a deity or historical figure, with detailed facial features and an ornate headdress or crown. The style suggests it could be an ancient artifact, consistent with the description of the Egyptian relief mentioned in the text.

4. Footer Information:

   • At the bottom of the page, there is a small note indicating that the illustration is of "Apostle Chark: Head of a Wind God (reco.), red chalk on buff paper. Purchased with the Alfred M. and Louise Haskell Day Fund, 1975. 91."

Contextual Notes:

• The newsletter serves as a promotional piece for the museum, highlighting recent acquisitions and upcoming exhibitions.
• The inclusion of both historical and contemporary works reflects the museum's commitment to diverse art collections.
• The detailed description of the exhibition and the visual representation of an artifact suggest the museum's educational and cultural mission.

This page provides a glimpse into the Fogg Art Museum's activities and collections in 1978, emphasizing its role in preserving and showcasing global art.

An open book is placed on a gray surface. The book has a yellow cover. The book is titled "FOGG ART MUSEUM." The text "Newsletter" is written in the upper left corner of the book. The book has a drawing of a person's head with a red mark on the left side. The book has a date of September 1978. The book has a page number of 16. The book has a page number of 1.