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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, May 1973-March 1978

ARCH.2003.39, Rendition: 806492

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The image appears to be a page from a scrapbook or a collection of newspaper clippings related to an art exhibition titled "Shah Abbas and the Arts of Isfahan." The clippings are from "The Gazette" and are dated January 11, 1974.

  1. Top Clipping:

    • The heading is "The Calendar."
    • There is an image of a painting titled "Lion Tamer (Anonymous)," which is described as an example of Persian art on display at the Fogg from January 19 through February 24 as part of an exhibit.
    • The text mentions that the exhibit includes paintings, calligraphic, enameled textiles, and carved lacquer from the reign of Shah Abbas I, who ruled from 1587 to 1629.
    • The exhibit features items from the capital and cultural center of Isfahan, including paintings, drawings, ceramics, textiles, and metalwork.
    • A lecture on the exhibit will be given in Room A at 5:30 p.m. on January 21-23.
  2. Bottom Left Clipping:

    • This clipping provides additional details about the exhibit.
    • It mentions that the exhibit includes paintings, calligraphic, enameled textiles, and carved lacquer from the reign of Shah Abbas I.
    • The exhibit will be on display at the Fogg Art Museum from January 19 to February 24.
    • A lecture by Anthony Welch, Assistant Professor of Fine Arts, will be held on January 21-23 at 5:30 p.m. in Room A.
  3. Bottom Right Clipping:

    • This clipping features an image of Kyros pottery from the Fogg, attributed to the Foundry Painter, circa 480 B.C.
    • The text is not fully visible, but it seems to provide information about the pottery piece shown in the image.

Overall, the image is a compilation of newspaper articles and images related to an art exhibition showcasing Persian art from the reign of Shah Abbas I, including details about the exhibit and related lectures.

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The image shows a page from a scrapbook or a notebook. The page is dated January 11, 1974, and is from "The Gazette." The main feature of the page is an article titled "The Calendar," which presents information about an art exhibit. The exhibit, titled "Shah 'Abbas and the Arts of Isfahan," is displayed at the Fogg Art Museum from January 19 through February 24. The exhibit focuses on the art and cultural contributions of the Isfahan period (1597-1629) in Iran, featuring paintings, calligraphy, textiles, and carpets.

There is an illustration of a Lion Tamer, an anonymous work from the period, included in the article. Additionally, there is an announcement about a series of lectures accompanying the exhibit, to be held at 5:30 p.m. in Alston Burr Lecture Hall, starting on January 21.

Another image on the page shows a piece of Kylix pottery from the Fogg, attributed to the Foundry Painter, circa 480 B.C.

There are a few handwritten notes and clippings pasted on the page, adding to the scrapbook-like appearance. One of the handwritten notes mentions "Prof. and Mrs. Robert P. Walzer" and a dinner event.

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The image depicts a collage of newspaper clippings from January 1974, specifically from "The Gazette," detailing an exhibit titled "Shah 'Ab al-'Asi and the Arts of Isfahan."

Here's a detailed summary of the contents:

  1. Main Clipping:

    • The header reads "The Calendar."
    • It features a captioned image of a drawing from the exhibit, depicting a scene of a person riding a horse.
    • The caption states that this drawing is part of the exhibit titled "Shah 'Ab al-'Asi and the Arts of Isfahan," which runs from January 19 to February 24. It highlights that the exhibit includes drawings from museums and private collections, focusing on the 123-year period from 1597 when Isfahan was the cultural center of Persia.
    • The exhibit includes lectures on the Isfahan period, scheduled for January 21-23 in Burr Hall at specific times.
  2. Second Clipping:

    • A small newspaper clipping titled "E. C. Hubbard," written on January 11, 1974.
    • It describes the exhibit as a rich display of paintings, calligraphy, and other art forms from the Isfahan period, emphasizing the collaboration between various institutions.
    • Anthony Welch, an assistant professor at the University of Victoria, organized the exhibit in cooperation with the Fogg Museum, Harvard University, and the Asia House Gallery.
    • The exhibit runs from January 19 to February 24, with lectures scheduled on January 21.
  3. Third Clipping:

    • Another clipping from January 11, 1974, featuring a photograph of a Kylix pottery dish attributed to the Foundry Painter, circa 480 B.C.
    • It notes that this item will be part of the ongoing exhibition, held at the Fogg Museum.

The collage is neatly pasted on a piece of cardboard, with the dates and descriptions providing context to the cultural and historical significance of the exhibits and items featured.

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The image shows a clipping from "The Gazette," dated January 11, 1974. It is titled "The Calendar" and features information about an exhibition and lecture series related to ancient Persian art and history.

  1. Main Article:

    • The article describes an exhibition titled "Shah 'Abbas and the Arts of Isfahan" which is on display at the Fogg Art Museum from January 19 through February 24, 1974.
    • The exhibit showcases paintings, calligraphy, textiles, and copperplate engravings, focusing on the 123-year period from 1597 to 1722 when Isfahan served as the capital and cultural center of Persia.
    • The exhibition includes items from museums and private collections around the world, with the Fogg Museum contributing significantly.
    • The exhibition is curated by Anthony Welch, an assistant professor at the University of Victoria, B.C., and is organized in cooperation with the Fogg and Asia Institute Gallery.
  2. Lecture Series:

    • The article also mentions a series of lectures on the Isfahan period, which will be held in Burton Hall, Room A, on consecutive days at 5:30 p.m. starting from January 21 to January 23.
    • The lectures are part of an international colloquium held by the Fogg Museum, coinciding with the exhibition.
  3. Images:

    • The clipping includes two images:
      • The first image is a detailed drawing of a rider on horseback, likely an example of Persian art from the exhibition.
      • The second image shows a black and white photograph of a Kylix pottery piece attributed to the Foundry Painter, circa 480 B.C., also displayed at the Fogg.

The clipping is neatly cut out and appears to be stored in a folder or scrapbook.

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The image shows a collage of newspaper clippings and an article from January 11, 1974, titled "The Calendar" in "The Gazette."

  1. Main Article - "The Calendar":

    • The central image is a sketch of a person riding a horse, labeled as "Leo Tertiary" and mentioned as part of an exhibit titled "Siah: Art and the Arts of Isfahan."
    • The text below the image explains that this exhibit will be on display at the Fogg Art Museum from January 19 through February 24, 1974.
    • The exhibit focuses on the 123-year period from 1597 to 1720, during which Isfahan served as the capital and cultural center of Iran.
    • The exhibit includes paintings, calligraphy, textiles, metalwork, and ceramics from museums and private collections throughout the country.
  2. Smaller Clippings:

    • One clipping mentions an exhibit titled "Siah: Art and the Arts of Isfahan" with a rich display of various art forms, organized by Anthony Welch, an assistant professor at the University of Victoria, B.C., in cooperation with the Fogg Art Museum and the Asia Institute Gallery.
    • This exhibit ran from October 15 to December 2, 1973, and was accompanied by an international colloquium on the Isfahan period, held from January 21 to 23, 1974.
    • The public was invited to attend the colloquium, which featured lectures on the Isfahan period.
  3. Additional Image:

    • A smaller image of a piece of pottery, labeled as an example of "Kylix pottery from the Fogg, attributed to the Foundry Painter, ca. 480 B.C."
  4. Dates and Locations:

    • The clippings are dated January 11, 1974.
    • The articles mention events taking place at the Fogg Art Museum and the Burr Lecture Hall, Room A.

This collage provides information about a historical art exhibition from the early 1970s, highlighting various art forms from the Isfahan period in Iran and associated academic events.

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The image is a page from a publication titled "The Gazette," dated January 11, 1974. The page is themed "The Calendar" and includes several announcements and articles related to cultural events and exhibitions.

  1. Top Article (Left Side):

    • Exhibition Announcement:
      • The article announces an exhibition titled "Qahveh Khaneh: The Persian Coffee House" presented by Anthony Welch, a professor at the University of Victoria.
      • This exhibition features a display of Persian art, including paintings, calligraphy, epigraphy, lacquer work, ceramics, metal work, and carvings.
      • The collection is gathered from various museums and private collections in Iran, Europe, the United States, and Canada.
      • The exhibition was initially shown at the University of Victoria from October 11 to December 2, 1973, and is now moving to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.
      • The exhibition at Harvard will run from January 21 to February 24, and it will be open to the public during these dates.
  2. Top Article (Right Side):

    • Exhibition at the Fogg:
      • An exhibition titled "Shah 'Abbas and the Arts of Isfahan" is being held at the Fogg from January 19 through February 24.
      • The exhibition includes drawings, manuscripts, and decorative arts from the period, with a focus on the cultural center of the 17th-century Safavid dynasty.
      • This exhibit is also supported by loans from various museums and private collections worldwide.
  3. Bottom Right:

    • Image and Description:
      • The image shows an example of Kylin pottery from the Fogg, attributed to the Foundry Painter, circa 480 B.C.
      • The date "SATURDAY JANUARY 12, 1974" is prominently printed beneath the image.
  4. Daily Event Schedule (Bottom Left):

    • Lecture Announcement:
      • A note states that a lecture will be given consecutively every day at 5:30 p.m. in Allston Burr Lecture Hall, Room A.

Overall, the page provides information about significant cultural exhibitions and events related to Persian and ancient art, along with specific details on dates and venues.

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This is an image of a scrapbook page with various cut-out newspaper clippings that are pasted onto a brown paper background. At the top of the page, there is a small cut-out with a date "January 11, 1974" and the title "The Gazette". Below that, dominating the upper half of the page, is a larger newspaper clipping featuring a header "The Calendar" followed by a drawing of a figure riding a large cat, which appears to be a classical or historical representation.

The text within this main clipping explains that it is an example of "Persian art on display at the Fogg from January 19 through February 19" and provides details about the exhibit, which consists of 12 Zodiac-themed drawings and 120 objects from the Sassanian era. It also mentions a lecture series related to the exhibition.

Below and to the left of the main clipping, there's a smaller, vertically oriented newspaper snippet that seems to continue a piece of an article on "Textiles and the Arts of Islam". It's a descriptive summary of an exhibition featuring Islamic textiles, carpets, carvings, and other artworks held at an unspecified museum.

Aligned to the right on the bottom half of the scrapbook page is another small clipping from "The Gazette" dated January 11, 1974. It features a black and white photograph of a Kylix (a type of Greek drinking cup) with the description noting it as "Kylix pottery from the Fogg, attributed to the Foundry Painter, c. 480 BC."

The clippings are neatly organized, and one can see annotations and markings on some of the items, such as a checkmark and lines presumably made by the scrapbook creator for personal reference or emphasis. The scrapbook page showcases an interest in art and historical exhibits, likely reflecting the creator's cultural and educational engagements at that time.

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The image shows a page from a newsletter or bulletin titled "The Calendar", dated January 11, 1974, and published by The Gazette. The page features a combination of text and illustrations, providing information about upcoming events and exhibits.

Key Elements:

Header:

  • The top of the page prominently displays the title "The Calendar" in bold, centered text.
  • Below the title, there is a small illustration of a Persian art scene. The image depicts a figure guiding a large, stylized animal (possibly a lion or a mythical creature) with a rope. The style suggests traditional Persian art, possibly from the Islamic period.

Text Content:

  • The main body of the page contains detailed descriptions of upcoming events and exhibitions. The text is organized into several sections, likely detailing different cultural and academic activities.
  • One section mentions an exhibit titled "Shāh 'Abbās and the Arts of Isfahān", which focuses on Persian art from the 16th century. The exhibit runs from January 19 through February 24 and includes paintings, calligraphy, textiles, ceramics, and metalwork from museums and private collections across the country.
  • The text also highlights a lecture series on the Isfahān period, scheduled for January 21-23 at 5:30 p.m. in Burr Lecture Hall, Room A1.
  • Additional details mention an international colloquium organized by the Fogg Museum in cooperation with the Asia House Gallery, scheduled for December 2, 1973, and a related lecture series.

Illustrations:

  1. Top Illustration:

    • A detailed drawing of a Persian art scene, showing a figure guiding a large, stylized animal. The style is reminiscent of traditional Persian miniature painting, suggesting the subject matter relates to Persian art or culture.
  2. Bottom Illustration:

    • An image of an ancient pottery piece, labeled as "Kylix pottery from the Fogg, attributed to the Foundry Painter, ca. 480 B.C." This indicates an archaeological or classical art exhibit, possibly related to ancient Greek or Near Eastern art.

Additional Notes:

  • The page includes a stamped note in the bottom left corner, reading "Babsie Hapke, American Studies, Jan. 11, 1974." This suggests the page was part of an archive or collection, possibly from an academic or cultural institution.
  • The overall design is simple, with a clean layout that combines textual information and visual elements to convey details about cultural and academic events.

Summary:

The image depicts a page from "The Calendar", a newsletter dated January 11, 1974, published by The Gazette. It highlights upcoming cultural events, including an exhibit on Persian art from the Shah 'Abbas period and a lecture series on the Isfahān period. The page also features illustrations of Persian art and ancient pottery, emphasizing the focus on historical and cultural exhibitions. The inclusion of a stamped note suggests archival or institutional use.

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The image is a scanned page from a newspaper or magazine, featuring a calendar section. The calendar section includes a title "The Calendar" and a date of January 11, 1974, with the name of the publication "The Gazette." The page also includes an image of a drawing of a lion, possibly representing the month of January. The page has a brown background and a white border, and there are two small holes on the left side of the page, possibly for binding purposes. The page also includes an image of a vase, which may be related to the calendar or the publication's content.

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The image shows a brown paper with a hole punch on the left side. There are three pieces of paper attached to it with some text and images. One of the papers has a drawing of a man riding a lion, and the text below it reads "The Calendar." The other paper has a drawing of a vase and some text. There is also a piece of paper with some text on the left side.