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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, May 1973-March 1978

ARCH.2003.39, Rendition: 806492

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This image displays a page from a research or scrapbook file, mounted on a light brown paper sheet with two visible binder holes on the left margin. It contains three distinct newspaper clippings from January 11, 1974, all related to an exhibit at the Fogg Art Museum titled “Shah ‘Abbas and the Arts of Isfahan.”

Here is a description of each clipping:

  1. Top Right Clipping — “The Calendar”:

    • Headline: “The Calendar” in large, bold font.
    • Illustration: A black-and-white line drawing, captioned “Lion Tamer (Anonymous)”, depicting a person in classical attire guiding or taming a large, stylized lion on a leash.
    • Caption Text: This text explains that the artwork is one of many examples of Persian art on display at the Fogg Museum from January 19 to February 24. It highlights that the exhibit, drawn from museums and private collections, covers the 125-year period from 1597–1722 when Isfahan was Iran’s capital and cultural center. Art forms include paintings, calligraphy, textiles, ceramics, and carvings.
    • Lecture Info: Announces three public lectures on the Isfahan period to be held in Burr A at 5:30 p.m. on January 21–23.
  2. Bottom Right Clipping — Kylix Pottery:

    • Image: A black-and-white photograph of a black-figure Greek Kylix (a type of drinking cup) with two handles and a stem base, featuring decorative motifs.
    • Caption Text: Identifies it as “An example of Kylix pottery from the Fogg, attributed to the Foundry Painter, ca. 480 B.C.” The clipping is hand-labeled “GAZETTE JAN 11 1974.”
  3. Left-Side Clipping — “Boston Herald American”:

    • Source: Marked with a blue check and labeled “BOSTON HERALD AMERICAN JAN 11, 1974”.
    • Content: A detailed news article about the “Shah ‘Abbas and the Arts of Isfahan” exhibit. It describes the show as a “rich display of paintings, calligraphy, elegant textiles and carpets, ceramics, metal work and carvings,” gathered from museums and private collections across the U.S. and previously shown at the Fogg Museum, Harvard University, from October 11 to December 2, 1973.
    • Additional Info: Mentions Professor Anthony Welch of the University of Victoria, B.C., who organized the exhibit in cooperation with the Fogg and Asia House Gallery. It also notes an international colloquium on “The Arts and Culture of Isfahan” to be held in conjunction with the exhibit from January 21 to 24, 1974, to which scholars from around the world will be invited. The article also refers to three lectures being offered to the public (likely the same ones mentioned in the top clipping).

Overall, the page is a curated collection of press coverage documenting a major cultural exhibition from 1974, likely assembled by a researcher or museum staff member for archival or reference purposes. It combines visual art reproductions with detailed informational text to document the scope and scholarly context of the “Shah ‘Abbas and the Arts of Isfahan” exhibit at Harvard’s Fogg Museum.

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The image appears to be a page from a publication that contains information about an art exhibition. The page is titled "The Calendar" and is dated January 11, 1974. The content includes the following:

  1. Top Right Section:

    • A black and white illustration of a lion tamer, with a caption underneath that reads, "Lion Tamer (Anonymous) is one of many examples of Persian art on display at the Fogg from January 19 through February 24 as part of an exhibit entitled 'Shah 'Abbas and the Arts of Isfahan.' Drawing on museums and private collections throughout the country, the exhibit focuses on the 125-year period starting in 1597 during which Isfahan served as the capital and cultural center of present-day Iran. Included will be paintings, calligraphy, textiles, ceramics, and carvings. Three public lectures on the Isfahan period will be given in Burr A at 5:30 p.m., January 21-23."
  2. Bottom Right Section:

    • An image of a Kylix pottery, with a caption that reads, "An example of Kylix pottery from the Fogg, attributed to the Foundry Painter, ca. 480 B.C."
  3. Bottom Left Section:

    • A printed article from what appears to be the "Boston Herald American," discussing the exhibition "Shah 'Abbas and the Arts of Isfahan." The article mentions that the exhibition includes a rich display of paintings, calligraphy, elegant textiles and carpets, ceramics, metal work, and carvings, and will be held at the Fogg Museum, Harvard University, from January 19 to February 24. It also notes that the exhibition is part of an international colloquium on "The Arts and Culture of Isfahan."

The page seems to be part of a scrapbook or folder, as it has visible holes at the top margin, likely for binding or attachment to a binder.

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This image is a scanned page, likely from a scrapbook or archive, containing clippings and notes related to an art exhibition. The page is dated January 11, 1974, and is labeled "The Calendar" at the top right corner. Here's a detailed description of the contents:

  1. Top Right Section:

    • A clipping from "The Gazette" features an illustration titled "Lion Tamer." The image depicts a person riding a lion, holding onto a rope or leash.
    • The text describes an exhibition titled "Shah 'Abbas and the Arts of Isfahan," which was on display at the Fogg Museum from January 19 to February 24, 1974. The exhibition focused on the 125-year period starting in 1597 when Isfahan was the capital and cultural center of present-day Iran. It included paintings, calligraphy, textiles, ceramics, and carvings. Three public lectures on the Isfahan period were scheduled for January 21-23, 1974.
  2. Bottom Right Section:

    • A photograph of a Kylix pottery piece, attributed to the Foundry Painter, circa 480 B.C. The image is labeled "GAZETTE JAN. 11, 1974."
    • The text accompanying the image is partially obscured but mentions that the lectures will be given on consecutive days at 5:30 p.m. in Allston Burr Lecture Hall, Room A.
  3. Left Section:

    • A clipping from the "Boston Herald American" dated January 16, 1974, provides additional details about the "Shah 'Abbas and the Arts of Isfahan" exhibition. It mentions that the exhibition featured a rich display of paintings, calligraphy, elegant textiles and carpets, ceramics, metalwork, and carvings gathered from museums and private collections throughout the country.
    • The exhibition was organized by Anthony Welch, an assistant professor at the University of Victoria, B.C., in close cooperation with the Fogg and Asia House Gallery. The show appeared from October 11 to December 2, 1973.
    • An international colloquium hosted by the Fogg on "The Arts and Culture of Isfahan" coincided with the exhibition and was held from January 21 to January 24. Scholars from all over the world were in attendance, and the public was invited to three lectures.

The page is from a collection of clippings and notes related to the "Shah 'Abbas and the Arts of Isfahan" exhibition, providing a historical record of the event, its content, and its significance.

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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.

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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 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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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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This image shows a scrapbook page featuring articles, clippings, and images related to art and culture. There's a newspaper clipping from "The Gazette" dated January 11, 1974, with the title "The Calendar." It includes an illustration of a lion-tamer handling a lion. Below that, there’s another small clipping describing an example of Greek kylix pottery attributed to the Foundry Painter from approximately 480 BC.

On the left-hand side of the page are smaller text clippings discussing exhibitions of Persian and Islamic art held at the Fogg Museum. These exhibits include a display of paintings, textiles, ceramics, and metalwork from collections in the U.S., Britain, and Europe, focusing on works from the 13th and 14th centuries. Additional notes mention lectures associated with the exhibitions.

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This image shows a scrapbook page with three newspaper clippings pasted on it. The clippings include text and black-and-white images.

  1. The top clipping is titled "The Calendar" and is dated January 11, 1974, from The Gazette. It features a drawing of a man pulling a lion on a leash. The caption explains that the artwork, titled "Lion Tamer," is an example of Persian art on display at the Fogg Museum from January 19 to February 24 as part of an exhibit called "Shah 'Abbas and the Arts of Isfahan." It mentions that the exhibit focuses on the 125-year period starting in 1597 and includes paintings, calligraphy, textiles, ceramics, and carvings. The caption also notes that three public lectures on the Isfahan period will be given at Harvard University (referred to as "Bur" in the clipping) from January 21 to 23.

  2. The second clipping, located at the bottom right, shows a photograph of a kylix (a type of ancient Greek pottery cup) attributed to the Foundry Painter, circa 480 B.C., from the Fogg Museum collection. This clipping is also from the Gazette and dated January 11, 1974.

  3. The third clipping, placed vertically on the bottom left, is a longer piece of text. It describes the exhibit "Shah 'Abbas and the Arts of Isfahan," highlighting its display of paintings, calligraphy, elegant textiles, carpets, ceramics, metal works, and carvings from museums and private collections. It mentions that the exhibit was organized by Anthony Welch, an assistant professor at the University of Victoria, working with the Fogg and Asia House Gallery. The exhibition appeared at the Fogg from October 11 to December 2, 1973, and an international colloquium titled "The Arts and Culture of Isfahan" coinciding with the exhibition was planned at Harvard, with public lectures open to all from January 21 to 24.

The scrapbook page itself has a brown background with three holes punched on the left side, indicating it was likely stored in a binder. The clippings are arranged with the largest at top right, a horizontal piece at bottom right, and a long vertical piece at bottom left. Some handwritten notes appear on the vertical clipping.

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A brown manila scrapbook page with three punched holes on the left. It contains several clipped newspaper items arranged like a small collage.

  • At the top center, a clipping titled “The Calendar” (dated January 11, 1974 from The Gazette) with a simple line drawing of a lion tamer guiding a lion on a leash.
  • To the right of that, a smaller clipping showing a shallow bowl or dish with a caption mentioning an example of Kyli (or Kyti) pottery from the Fogg, attributed to the Foundry Painter, around 650–480 BCE.
  • Toward the bottom left, a longer vertical clipping with dense text and handwritten blue annotations, likely about Shah Abbas and the Arts of Iran.
  • A small, separate clipping near the bottom right edge also related to the Persian art exhibit.

Overall, it looks like a page from a scrapbook or exhibition notebook, combining a calendar notice with short art-culture clippings about Persian/Iranian art and artifacts from a museum. The imagery is mostly black-and-white or grayscale, pasted onto a plain brown page.