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The image shows a page from a scrapbook or a folder with three newspaper clippings attached to it. Here is a detailed summary of each clipping:

1. Top Left Clipping: "Report Recommends Changes In Busch-Reisinger Exhibits"

   • Author: Richard W. Kielman
   • Summary: The article discusses a report drafted by two members of the Overseers, which recommends changes to the Busch-Reisinger Museum's exhibits. The report suggests shifting the museum's emphasis from contemporary art to its original focus on German art. The report was drafted after a survey of the museum's operations and has been approved by the Visiting Committee of the Board of Overseers. The chairman of the Fine Arts and German Department, Ivan Gaskell, has expressed concern that the report might limit the museum's educational opportunities. The article also mentions that the report has received mixed reactions from the museum's staff and faculty.

2. Top Right Clipping: "Ruth Magurn's Legacy"

   • Author: Robert Taylor
   • Summary: This article reviews an exhibition of prints by Ruth Magurn at the Fogg Art Museum. The exhibition, titled "April &," features figurative and landscape prints. Magurn, who served as the Fogg's associate curator of prints, is noted for her contributions to the museum. The article highlights the emotional depth and technical skill in Magurn's work, comparing her landscapes to those of artists like Claude Lorrain and John Constable. The review also mentions the influence of other artists on Magurn's work and the enduring impact of her legacy.

3. Bottom Clipping: "The Calendar"

   • Summary: This section features a photograph of a snow-covered sign that reads "Jesus is coming soon." The caption below the photo indicates that the image was taken in a meadow at the Fogg Museum. The sign was created by Roger Brown, a Harvard student, and is part of a series inspired by a 1971 photograph by August Coppola. The image is described as a whimsical and thought-provoking piece, blending art and religious sentiment.

The clippings are neatly arranged on a brown cardboard background, likely part of a larger collection or archive.

The image shows a page from a newspaper or magazine with three distinct articles. The page is dated 3/23/79.

1. Top Left Article: "Report Recommends Changes In Busch-Reisinger Exhibits" by Richard W. Edelman

   • The article discusses a plan to change the focus of the Busch-Reisinger Museum, which has caused concern among some faculty members. The proposed changes aim to shift the museum's focus to contemporary art, potentially excluding some faculty from participation.
   • The report, authored by the directors of the Busch and the Fogg museums, suggests that the Busch should focus on 20th-century art, while the Fogg and the German departments will also see changes.
   • Some faculty members, including the chairman of the Department of Fine Arts, have expressed their concerns and opposition to these changes. The chairman argues that the Busch should not specialize but should continue to collect and exhibit German art.

2. Top Right Article: "Ruth Magurn's legacy" by Robert Taylor

   • This article is about a collection of 60 prints by Ruth Magurn, on display at the Fogg Museum. The collection, which Magurn donated to the Fogg, includes works by various artists such as Mary Cassatt, Honore Daumier, and others.
   • The collection is notable for its range of artistic styles, from the 17th century to the 20th century, and includes landscapes, portraits, and still lifes.
   • The article highlights specific pieces from the collection, emphasizing the diversity and quality of the prints. The collection is seen as a significant addition to the museum's holdings.

3. Bottom Article: "The Calendar"

   • This section features an image of a wall with the text "JESUS IS COMING SOON" written on it. The photograph was taken by an unnamed artist and is displayed at the Fogg Museum as part of an exhibition of contemporary photographs.
   • The exhibition also includes works by other photographers such as Roger Brown, Jonathan Green, and Jane Steller, and is organized by the Assistant Curator of Photographs, David P. Miller.
   • The exhibition is ongoing and includes forty photographs by four English photographers.

The page also includes a calendar note mentioning an event at the Fogg Museum on March 27.

The image shows a collage of three newspaper clippings from 1979, detailing discussions and proposals related to the Busch-Reisinger Museum and the Fogg Museum at Harvard University.

1. Top Left Clipping: "Report Recommends Changes in Busch-Reisinger Exhibits"

   • By: Richard W. Edelman
   • Summary: This report discusses a proposal to shift the focus of the Busch-Reisinger Museum from its traditional emphasis on contemporary art to including German art and German-speaking artists. The proposal was drawn up by a committee and has faced considerable opposition from faculty and students. The report was presented to the directors of the Busch and the Fogg museums, Daniel J. Robbins and the Fogg's director, with a recommendation to proceed with the changes. The opposition stems from concerns about the exclusion of educational opportunities for students and the potential loss of a significant cultural repository for Harvard's 17th-century German heritage.

2. Top Right Clipping: "Ruth Magurn’s Legacy"

   • By: Robert Taylor
   • Summary: This article describes a show of 60 prints by the late artist Ruth Magurn at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge. The exhibit includes works spanning from 1945 to 1983, with a notable focus on landscape and figurative subjects. The article highlights Magurn's unique style and the personal connection of the curator to her work, noting the show's tribute to her artistic contributions.

3. Bottom Clipping: Calendar Image

   • Event: "Unfinished. 1971 by Jim Dow"
   • Description: This section of the calendar displays an advertisement for an exhibition at the Fogg Museum. The artwork shown is titled "Jesus Is Coming Soon" and is part of an exhibit titled "Unfinished" which includes works by Jim Dow, Jonathan Green, and Jane Strachey. The exhibition was organized by Assistant Curator of Photographs David Pratt and features a series of photographs.

The clippings collectively reflect discussions on institutional changes and the cultural and artistic contributions of notable figures within the Harvard art community.

The image is a collage of several newspaper clippings and a calendar page, all clipped and placed together on a piece of cardboard. Here is a detailed summary of each section:

1. Top Left Clipping: "Report Recommends Changes in Busch-Reisinger Exhibits"

   • Author: Richard W. Edelman
   • Content: The article discusses a proposed plan to shift the Busch-Reisinger Museum's focus from contemporary art to include more German art, potentially aligning it more closely with the Fine Arts and German Departments. This change has met considerable opposition from faculty and graduate students. The plan was suggested by a committee report on available space. The department's chairman, Lawrence F. Stevens, and other faculty members have expressed their concerns about the potential educational implications and the museum's identity. The museum is currently focused on German art, with the Busch Collection emphasizing 19th-century German art.

2. Top Right Clipping: "Ruth Magurn's Legacy"

   • Author: Robert Taylor
   • Content: This article reviews a collection of prints from the Fogg Museum, curated by Miss Magurn. The exhibit includes 60 prints by various artists, with a notable selection of works by 19th-century artists like Abraham Bosse and Mary Cassatt. The review highlights the diversity and quality of the collection, noting that it reflects both the aesthetic and cultural context of the period.

3. Bottom Clipping: Calendar Page

   • Event: "The Calendar"
   • Content: This is a calendar page featuring an advertisement for an exhibition titled "Jesus is Coming Soon." The advertisement includes a photograph of a graffiti-style drawing on a wall with the text "JESUS IS COMING SOON." The event is scheduled for display at the Fogg Museum through April 4. The exhibition includes works by Roger Brown, Jonathan Green, and Jane Straub, focusing on contemporary photography.

The calendar page is dated March 23, 1979. The collage appears to be from a periodical or a scrapbook, with the clippings likely focusing on art exhibitions and related news from the Fogg Museum.

The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and a calendar page mounted on a piece of cardboard. Here's a detailed summary of each section:

1. Top Left Article: "Report Recommends Changes In Busch-Reisinger Exhibits"

   • Author: Richard W. Edelman
   • Date: Not specified, but the clipping is from the 1970s.
   • Summary: This article discusses a proposal to change the focus of the Busch-Reisinger Museum from contemporary art to a more traditional emphasis. The article mentions a committee report suggesting this change and the reactions from various parties, including faculty members and the directors of the Busch and Fogg museums. The report was drawn up by two members of the Overseers visiting committee, and it has faced opposition from faculty members concerned about their educational opportunities and the museum's direction.

2. Top Right Article: "Ruth Magurn's Legacy"

   • Author: Robert Taylor
   • Date: March 23, 1979
   • Summary: This article reviews a posthumous exhibition of 60 prints by Ruth Magurn, who passed away in June. The review highlights the diversity of her work, ranging from landscapes to portraits and sculptures, and discusses her contributions to the art world. It also mentions her personal style and her use of various media, including etchings and lithographs.

3. Bottom Article and Calendar Image: "The Calendar"

   • Calendar Display: The calendar page displays an image titled "Jesus Is Coming Soon," which appears to be an anti-war or protest poster from 1973 by Jim Dow. The calendar mentions that the image will be displayed at the Fogg Museum from April 4, along with works by Roger Brown, Jonathan Green, and Jane Strahler.
   • Additional Note: The article notes that the poster was created in 1971 and organized by Assistant Curator of Photographs David Pincus, with the display including forty photographs by four New England photographers.

The clippings are neatly cut and organized, providing a snapshot of art-related news and exhibitions from the late 1970s.

The image shows a newspaper spread from March 23, 1974, containing three main articles and an image of a calendar.

Left Article:

Headline: Report Recommends Changes In Busch-Reisinger Exhibits
Author: By Richard W. Edelman

Summary:
This article discusses a report proposing changes to the exhibitions at the Busch-Reisinger Museum. The report was developed by a committee consisting of faculty members from the Fine Arts and German Departments and others. Key recommendations include:

• Rotating exhibitions to mitigate opposition from both departments.
• Creating a committee on available space to decide exhibit locations.
• Shifting the Busch's contemporary art emphasis to the Fogg Museum.
• Involving graduate students and faculty in decisions about future museum directors.

The report has sparked debate, with some, like chairman of the Visual Committees of the Board of Overseers, Lawrence F. Stevens, and Professor John M. Rosenfield, expressing concerns or alternative suggestions.

Right Article (Top):

Headline: Ruth Magurn's Legacy
Author: By Robert Taylor

Summary:
This article highlights the legacy of Ruth Magurn, a Chinese art collector. She donated 60 prints to the Fogg Museum through her estate. These prints, featuring works by artists like Paul Klee and Henri Matisse, are noted for their figurative bias and include some rare pieces. The article also touches on Magurn's unique personality and her extensive travels.

Right Article (Bottom):

Headline: The Calendar

Summary:
The image at the bottom features a calendar page from a 1971 United Farm Workers (UFW) Boycott Calendar. The calendar is promoting the theme "Jesus is Coming Soon," with the month of April illustrated by a photograph of Roger Ben and Jane Strazzle. The calendar was organized by the Associated Council of Photographic Arts.

Overall:

The newspaper clippings cover topics related to museum exhibit recommendations, an art collector's legacy, and a notable calendar image from a specific historical context.

The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and an article mounted on a brown bulletin board or paper background. At the top left, there is a headline "Report Recommends Changes In Busch-Reisinger Exhibits", with the text of the article partially visible beneath it. To its right, there's a separate article or clipping with the date "3/23/74" written at the top in blue ink, titled "Ruth Magurn's legacy" by ROBERT TAYLOR.

Below these articles on the left side, there's a smaller piece titled "The Callenua" featuring a black and white photograph of a road with the message "JESUS IS COMING SOON" seen on an advertisement board, explained to be by "Jim Dow" and mentioning other artists like Roger Broome, Jonathan Green, and Jill Snyder in relation to an exhibition on contemporary photography.

Throughout the image, there are portions of text that are not fully legible due to the angle of the photograph and the placement of the clippings. Nevertheless, the text pertains to artistic exhibitions, commentary on specific works, and the cultural context of the time. It appears to be material from cultural or art reviews, mainly focusing on exhibitions and artists.

The image shows a scrapbook page with three newspaper clippings affixed to it. The clippings are yellowed, suggesting they are old. There are two punched holes on the left side of the page, indicating it might be part of a binder or collection.

1. The first clipping, located in the top left corner, is titled "Report Recommends Changes In Busch-Reisinger Exhibits" by Richard W. Edelman. It discusses a plan to shift the focus of the Busch-Reisinger Museum towards contemporary art, mentioning faculty, graduate students, and members of the Overseers committee.

2. The second clipping, positioned in the top right corner and dated "3/23/74," is titled "Ruth Magurn's legacy" by Robert Taylor. It talks about an exhibition at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge, focusing on the prints collection curated by Ruth S. Magurn. It describes the qualities and significance of the collection as well as specific artworks and artists.

3. The third clipping is at the bottom of the page and features a black-and-white photograph of a stop sign with the words "JESUS IS COMING SOON" painted on it. Below the image, a caption notes that the work is "Untitled, 1973" by Jim Dow, on display at the Fogg Museum through April 4, alongside works by other photographers. The exhibition is part of a series inaugurated in 1971, organized by Assistant Curator of Photographs Davis Pratt.

There is a small handwritten text "3/23/74" on the second clipping above the title, possibly indicating the date of the article. There is some faint handwritten text in the top left clipping and underneath the photo clipping that is partially cut off or difficult to read.

The image is a collage of various newspaper clippings and photographs. At the top, there is a headline reading "Report Recommends Changes In Busch-Reisinger Exhibits." Below the headline, there is a summary of a report that discusses changes in the focus of the Busch-Reisinger Museum, which has been met with considerable opposition from both the Fine Arts and German departments. The report suggests alternatives to the current focus on contemporary art, including a return to the museum's 19th-century art.

The collage also includes a photograph of a person holding a sign that reads "JESUS IS COMING SOON," along with a caption that reads "Untitled, 1973 by Jim Dow is on display at the Fogg Museum through April 4, along with works by Rogip Rim, Jonathan Green, and Jane Strahler in 'Contemporary Photographs IV.'"

In the bottom right corner, there is a photograph of a landscape painting by Paul Klee, titled "The Four Ages of Man," along with a caption that reads "Paul Klee's 'The Four Ages of Man' (Mary Cassatt's 'The Baby's Bath'), in intimate and personal resonances (Kirchner's 'lithograph' 'Billiard Players') on yellow paper."

The collage also includes a photograph of a landscape painting by Manet, titled "Bleuets," along with a caption that reads "A pronounced preference for the unusual yet eloquent: an 1880 Manet etching from 'Bleuets' on yellow paper."

The collage also includes a photograph of a landscape painting by Rembrandt, titled "The Four Seasons," along with a caption that reads "One could extend the breadth and daring of the prints in the exhibition to include such items as Louis Moreau's 20th century hermaphrodite 'Cuba's portrait of Venus' and a 'Gif' by Jean Duchemp's 'The Bride Stripped Bare by Her Bachelors, Even' (1912), when private taste and institutional needs are reconciled."

Overall, the collage presents a mix of news articles, photographs, and captions that explore various aspects of art, including changes in museum exhibits, contemporary art, and landscape paintings.

The image depicts a mounted display board or exhibit panel featuring two distinct sections of text and a central graphic. Here is a detailed description:

Top Section:

• Title: "Report Recommends Changes In Busch-Reisinger Exhibits"
• Subtitle: "By RICHARD W. EDELMAN"
• Content: This section discusses a report recommending changes to the Busch-Reisinger Museum's exhibits. It highlights a plan to shift the museum's focus from contemporary art to emphasize German art, particularly works from the 17th and 18th centuries. The report was drawn up by two members of the art museums committee, including the director of the Fogg Art Museum, David J. Rosensfeld. The article mentions concerns from faculty and students about the proposed changes and the lack of a formal forum for discussion. It also references a survey by the Fine Arts and Germanic Departments and the involvement of the Harvard Art Museums committee.

Middle Section:

• Title: "Ruth Magurn's legacy"
• Subtitle: "A choice collection"
• Content: This section is an article or commentary about Ruth Magurn, a collector whose prints are part of the Fogg Museum's collection. It discusses her legacy, noting that she bequeathed a significant portion of her collection to the museum. The article highlights Magurn's role as a curator and assistant curator at the Fogg from 1938 to 1958 and mentions her contributions to the museum's collection, including notable works such as landscapes by Claude Lorrain and portraits by artists like Mary Beale and John Wood. The text also touches on Magurn's influence on the museum's collection and her dedication to preserving art.

Bottom Section:

• Graphic: A bold, stylized graphic with the text "JESUS IS COMING SOON" prominently displayed in large, capitalized letters. The graphic is centered and uses a dramatic, attention-grabbing design.
• Caption: Below the graphic, there is a smaller caption that reads:
  • "United, 1972 by Jon Dow is on display at the Fogg Museum through April 6, along with works by Roger Birn, Jonathan Green, and Jane Strahler in Contemporary Photographs IV. The exhibition continues a series inaugurated in 1971 by the Fine Arts Center of Photographs Davis Pratt; the show includes forty photographs by the four New England photographers."
• Credit: At the bottom of the panel, there is a small credit line: "© Studio Lantern."

Overall Layout:

• The display board is mounted on a light brown or beige background, giving it a formal and archival appearance.
• The text is typed in a clear, legible font, with headings in bold to distinguish different sections.
• The central graphic ("JESUS IS COMING SOON") stands out due to its large, bold typography and contrasting design, drawing immediate attention.
• The overall composition suggests this is part of an exhibition or educational display, likely in a museum or gallery setting.

Additional Details:

• The top right corner of the display includes a date stamp: "3/23/74," indicating when the display was prepared or photographed.
• The bottom right corner includes the logo or name "The Gazette," suggesting the source or publisher of the content.

This display combines textual information about museum exhibits and a religious graphic, likely intended to serve both educational and thematic purposes within the context of the exhibition.