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ARCH.2003.39, Rendition: 806471
This image displays a single page from a brown, three-hole-punched archival folder, likely used for collecting press clippings and correspondence related to an art program at Harvard University in 1973.
The page contains three distinct items mounted or taped onto it:
Top-left Clipping (Harvard Independent, Sept. 21–26, 1973, p. 18):
This is a newspaper clipping from The Harvard Independent. It features a black-and-white photograph of a print titled Girl on Empire Sofa by Philip Pearlstein. The accompanying article announces “THE HARVARD-RADCLIFFE PRINT RENTAL PROGRAM”. The program offered prints by contemporary artists (including William Wiley, Helen Frankenthaler, Larry Poons, and Philip Pearlstein) for rent to students and corporate appointees, with fees ranging from $5 to $25. The prints were displayed from Sept. 17–29, 1973, at the Busch-Reisinger Museum and Baker Library, and could be rented by contacting Ellen Perry or Nancy Wilson. A handwritten note at the top of the clipping identifies the source and page.
Top-right Clipping (Independent, September 21–26, 1973):
This is another newspaper clipping, also from The Independent, featuring a black-and-white reproduction of an artwork titled "GREEN INTERIOR" by Joe Brainard. The caption explains it is a 1972 collage made with graphite and watercolor. It notes that the work is part of an exhibition called New American Graphic Art at the Fogg Art Museum, running “now through October 28.”
Bottom-center Typed Letter (WCYB-TV, Neenah, WI):
This is a formal letter on stationery from WCYB-TV, 5 TV Place, Neenham 02192. It is signed by Joseph A. Ryan, Director of Community Services. The letter acknowledges that an event (presumably related to the print program or an exhibition mentioned above) was announced on WCYB’s morning/mid-day news broadcast on 9/24/73. It concludes with a hope that the event was a success and expresses pleasure at being able to assist the organization.
Overall Context:
The page serves as a documentation file for a university art initiative — likely the Harvard-Radcliffe Print Rental Program — in the fall of 1973. It preserves media coverage (both local Harvard newspaper and a general “Independent” publication) and confirmation of promotional radio/TV support (WCYB-TV). The featured artists and exhibitions suggest a focus on contemporary American graphic art. The arrangement and preservation in a folder indicate its use as an archival record for the program’s publicity and outreach efforts.
The image appears to be a photocopy of a collage of articles and a letter. At the top left, there is a clipping from the "Harvard Independent," dated September 21-26, 1973, page 18. This clipping describes the Harvard-Radcliffe Print Rental Program, which offers prints by contemporary artists for students and Corporation appointees.
Next to it, on the top right, is another clipping from the same issue of the "Harvard Independent," showcasing an artwork titled "Green Interior" by Joe Brainard from 1972. The artwork is a collage with graphite and watercolor and is part of an exhibition called "New American Graphic Art" at the Fogg Art Museum.
At the bottom right, there is a printed letter from WCVB-TV, 5 TV Place, Needham, 02192, addressed to an unspecified organization. The letter mentions that an event was announced on WCVB's morning/mid-day news broadcast on September 24, 1973. It expresses hope that the event was successful and acknowledges the organization's assistance. The letter is signed by Joseph A. Ryan, Director of Community Services.
This image is a page from a scrapbook or collection of clippings, likely related to art and exhibitions. The page has been organized with three distinct items placed on a brown backing page.
Top Left Clipping: This is a printed article from "The Harvard Independent," dated September 21-26, 1973, page 18. The article is about the Harvard-Radcliffe Print Rental Program, which offers prints by contemporary artists for students and faculty to display on their walls. The article mentions artists such as William Wiley, Helen Frankenthaler, Larry Poons, and Philip Pearlstein, and includes a reproduction of Philip Pearlstein's work "Girl on Empire Sofa." The text provides details about the program, including rental fees and contact information.
Top Right Clipping: This is a black-and-white illustration titled "Green Interior" by Joe Brainard, dated 1972. The artwork is described as a collage with graphite and watercolor. It depicts a simple interior scene with a wall, a framed picture, and a chair. The clipping mentions that the artwork is part of an exhibition titled "New American Graphic Art" at the Fogg Art Museum, running from September 17 to October 28, 1973.
Bottom Right Clipping: This is a letter from WCVB-TV, located at 5 TV Place, Needham, MA 02192. The letter, dated September 24, 1973, confirms that an event was announced on their morning/mid-day news broadcast on September 24, 1973. The letter is signed by Joseph A. Ryan, Director of Community Services, and expresses hope that the event was successful.
The page is organized in a way that suggests it is part of a collection documenting art exhibitions and related events from 1973.
The image is a collage of different items. The background is a grayish-brown color. The collage includes two newspaper clippings, a letter, and a piece of paper with a drawing. The newspaper clippings are from the Harvard Independent and the Independent, and they feature articles about art exhibitions. The letter is from Joseph A. Ryan, Director of Community Services, and it is addressed to an organization. The drawing is of a chair and a window.
The image is a collage of two pages from a newspaper or magazine. The left side of the image shows a picture of a woman sitting on a chair with a man standing behind her. The text reads "Harvard Independent Sept 21-26, 1973 p 18." The right side of the image shows a picture of a chair and the text reads "Green Interior, by Joe Brainard, a 1972 collage with graphite and water color, is part of an exhibition entitled New American Graphic Art, at the Fogg Art Museum now through October 28." Below the collage, there is a white envelope with a letter inside. The letter reads "Your event was announced on WCVB-TV's morning/mid-day news broadcast on 12/24/72. Hopefully, the event was a success. We were pleased to be able to assist your organization. Sincerely, Joseph A. Ryan Director of Community Services."
The image depicts a page from a newsletter or bulletin titled "Harvard Independent", dated September 21-28, 1973. The page contains several distinct sections and elements:
This page provides a snapshot of campus life, art exhibitions, and community engagement in 1973, highlighting the intersection of art, education, and media coverage.
This image shows a scrapbook page containing several clipped items adhered to a brown page.
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Top Right:
Bottom:
The page combines art-related clippings and correspondence, likely compiled for documentation or archival purposes.
The image shows a scrapbook page with three distinct items attached:
On the top left is a small newspaper clipping from the "HARVARD INDEPENDENT Sept 21-26, 1973 p 18." The clipping features a black-and-white photograph of a reclining woman on a sofa named "Girl on Empire Sofa," along with text about the Harvard-Radcliffe Print Rental Program that offers prints by contemporary artists for students and corporation appointees, listing some artists' names and providing rental details.
On the top right is a larger black-and-white clipping from the "INDEPENDENT" newspaper dated September 21-26, 1973. The image is a minimalist interior scene titled "GREEN INTERIOR" by Joe Brainard. It depicts a partial view of a couch, curtains, wainscoting on a wall, and a small framed portrait hanging on the wall. The clipping notes that this 1972 collage with graphite and watercolors is part of an exhibition titled "New American Graphic Art" at the Fogg Art Museum through October 28.
At the bottom center is a typed note on a card from WCVB-TV, 5 TV PLACE, NEEDHAM 02192. It states that an event was announced on WCVB's news broadcast on "9/21/72" and expresses hope that the event was successful, signed by Joseph A. Ryan, Director of Community Services. Some words are crossed out or corrected in the typewritten text.
The three attached items appear to be arranged in an archival or scrapbook format on a brown paper background.
The image shows a collection of clippings and a note mounted on a brown paper board. On the top left, there's a clipping from "Harvard Independent Sep 20, 1973" featuring a small advertisement or announcement about available prints by contemporary artists for rent, including Larry Poons and Philip Pearlstein, among others, with contact information at the bottom.
Next to it, on the top right, is another clipping from "Independent September 18-25, 1973." This clipping contains an image titled "GREEN INTERIOR, by Joe Brainard, a 1972 collage with graphite and watercolor" and refers to an exhibition called "New American Graphic Art" at the Fogg Art Museum running until October 28. The clipping shows a minimalistic representation of an interior with a chair and a framed picture on the wall.
Below these clippings, on the bottom right corner of the board, there is a printed note from "WCVB-TV, 5 TV PLACE, NEEDHAM 02192," dated simply with a number "5". The note mentions that the event was announced on WCVB's mid-day news broadcast and expresses that it was a pleasure to help the recipient's organization. It is signed "Sincerely, Joseph A. Ryan Director of Community Services." The note seems to be positioned so that it does not obscure the clippings above. There are no visible pins or tacks, suggesting these items might be glued or otherwise adhered to the paper board. On the left edge, one can see that the board has been pre-punched with three holes, likely for binder insertion, although only the top hole is visible in the image.
A single scrapbook page on brown kraft paper with three clipped items arranged across the top and middle.
Top left: A small black-and-white newspaper clipping from the Harvard Independent with a photo of a person (appears to be a reclining figure) and a block of text about the Harvard-Radcliffe Print Rental Program. A handwritten note on the clipping’s top edge.
Top center: A larger clipping from Independent (Sept. 21–28, 1973) showing an image of a minimalist interior with a chair and vertical lines. The caption identifies it as GREEN INTERIOR by Joe Brainerd, a 1972 collage with graphite and watercolor, from an exhibition at the New American Graphic Art, Fog Art Museum (through Oct. 28).
Bottom center: A white business-style card/letterhead from WCBB-TV (Needham, MA) announcing a past event, signed by Joseph A. Ryan, Director of Community Services, with a handwritten date noted on the card.
The page shows two small news/art clippings and one small typed notice, all mounted on a plain brown scrapbook page with two punch holes on the left.