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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, May 1973-March 1978

ARCH.2003.39, Rendition: 806549

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The image appears to be a page from a newspaper or magazine dated April 12, 1974. It contains two distinct sections:

  1. Top Section (Cartoon):

    • The top section features a black-and-white cartoon illustration of a man in a suit, standing in a field of tall grass or wheat. He is depicted with a thoughtful or contemplative expression, looking downwards.
    • The cartoon is titled "Mud Picking Wheat" and is credited to Bill Shako. It seems to be a commentary on a specific issue or event, but the exact context is not clear from the image alone.
  2. Bottom Section (Photograph):

    • The bottom section includes a black-and-white photograph of a road sign that has been altered. The sign originally read "JESUS IS COMING SOON," but the word "SOON" has been crossed out and replaced with "NOW."
    • The photograph is accompanied by a caption or article snippet, but the text is partially obscured and difficult to read in full. The visible text mentions "Americas" and seems to discuss a legal or public opinion matter related to the sign.

The page is mounted on a brown cardboard or paper backing, and there are two holes punched on the right side, suggesting it might be part of a binder or scrapbook. The date "4/12/74" is handwritten at the top, confirming the publication date.

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The image shows a page from a scrapbook or journal with two distinct sections of content. At the top, there is a handwritten note that reads "12 April 12, 1974 The Gazette," followed by what appears to be a hand-drawn or printed illustration of a man wearing a suit and tie, holding a scythe, and standing amidst tall grass or wheat. Below the illustration, there is a caption that reads, "Man Picking Wheat (or 'Reaper') by Ben Shahn, an ink drawing from the drawing collection at the Fogg Art Museum - reproduced on a postcard and on sale for $1.50 each at the Fogg."

The lower section of the page features a black-and-white photograph of a road sign that reads "JESUS IS COMING SOON" placed by the side of a road, with trees and foliage in the background. Below this photograph, there is a strip of text and images, likely an advertisement, that is partially cut off and difficult to read. The text that is legible mentions "The Gazette" and "The Comet."

The page has a handwritten note in the top right corner that reads "4/12/74," likely indicating the date the items were pasted on the page. The overall layout suggests that this page is part of a collection or personal archive, possibly documenting art and notable events or signs from that period.

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The image is a collage from a newspaper page dated April 12, 1974, titled "The Gazette."

  1. Top Illustration:

    • A black-and-white line drawing of a man standing in tall grass, appearing to be engaged in some activity with his hands.
    • The caption beneath the drawing reads: "Man Picking Wheat (or 'Bealister') by Ron Shain, an artist-carpenter from the current collection at the Fogg Art Museum - reproduction on a poster sold at the 1974 Art Fair at the Fogg."
  2. Bottom Section:

    • There is a photograph of a road sign with the words "JESUS IS COMING SOON" carved into it. The background shows a road flanked by trees.
    • Below the photo, there are smaller sections of text and advertisements:
      • The leftmost section includes a small ad for "AMERICA'S BEST" and a mention of "Twins Grocery."
      • The central text appears to be part of a larger article, describing events or activities related to the summer, possibly mentioning "Spring-Departure," "Summer," and "Commission."
      • The rightmost section includes additional text and advertisements, though it is less clear.

The overall layout of the newspaper page includes a mix of artistic elements and practical advertisements, reflecting the cultural and social context of the time.

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The image appears to be a page from a newspaper or magazine, specifically dated April 12, 1974, as indicated by the stamp in the upper left corner. The page contains two distinct sections:

  1. Top Section:

    • There is a black-and-white illustration of a man picking wheat. The illustration is captioned "Man Picking Wheat" (or "Beatitudes") by Ben Shahn, an artist. The caption also mentions that it is part of the Drawing Collection at the Fog Art Museum and was reprinted on April 12, 1974.
  2. Bottom Section:

    • This section features a photograph of a roadside sign that reads "JESUS IS COMING SOON."
    • Below the photograph is a small article or text excerpt. It appears to be an advertisement or news segment about the summer season, likely from a publication named "America's Best." The text discusses an upcoming event or experience, potentially related to a religious or cultural gathering, and mentions that it will be a "festival of faith, family fun, and fellowship."

The page is clipped and placed into what looks like a cardboard folder or scrapbook. The date and the title "The Gazette" are also visible.

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This image appears to be a collage of two distinct items from an edition of "The Gazette" dated April 12, 1974.

  1. Top Image:

    • It is a black-and-white illustration titled "Man Picking Wheat" (or "Beatitudes") by Ben Shahn.
    • The illustration depicts a man bent over, seemingly picking wheat in a field.
    • The caption mentions that this artwork is from the drawing collection at the Fogg Art Museum, and it was reproduced in a poster sold at the Foggs.
  2. Bottom Image:

    • This section contains two smaller images:
      • The first is a photograph of a billboard or sign that reads "JESUS IS COMING SOON."
      • The second image is a smaller section of a newspaper or magazine ad with the heading "IN AMERICA" and mentions "The Summer (April-December)." It includes text about a commission against drawing, referencing the "Summer of Love" and a "Commission against drawing."

The collage seems to juxtapose religious and social themes from the 1970s, possibly reflecting on cultural or religious sentiments of that time. The date stamp "4/12/74" is visible in the top right corner of the collage.

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The image shows a page from "The Gazette," dated April 12, 1974. The page contains two distinct sections:

  1. Top Section - Illustration and Text:

    • The top part features a line drawing of a man standing and holding what appears to be a large stalk of wheat or a similar plant. The drawing is labeled "Man Plucking Wheat" or "Bestriding" by Ben Shahn, part of "The Meaning Collection" at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • Below the illustration, it notes that reproductions of this print can be purchased for 10 cents each at the Fogg Art Museum.
  2. Bottom Section - Advertisement:

    • The bottom part is an advertisement with the bold headline, "JESUS IS COMING SOON."
    • The ad features a black and white photograph showing a street scene, with a large sign in the foreground displaying the same message, "JESUS IS COMING SOON."
    • The text in the advertisement discusses the urgency and importance of being prepared for Jesus's return. It mentions that the summer (April-September) is the best time for outdoor evangelism, and it encourages people to get involved in spreading the message. The ad also notes that tracts and Bibles are available for those who want to participate.
    • Contact information for "Calvary Baptist" in Denver, Colorado, is provided for those who want to get more involved or need materials.

Overall, the page combines an artistic illustration with a religious advertisement.

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This image is a collection of two clippings on a cardboard backing. The upper clipping appears to be a line drawing of a person bending over in a field of tall grass, engaged in an activity like picking something from the ground. Below it, there's a photograph that displays a sign standing by the roadside that reads "JESUS IS COMING SOON". The image and text in the bottom area are inverted and not legible without technical alteration.

There's a label in the top left corner of the cardboard backing that seems to include a date, "April 22, 1974," and possibly the name of a publication, "The Gazette." There's also a handwritten annotation on this label that could be a reference or identification number "412744." The cardboard backing shows signs of wear, such as rounded corners and a small hole near the right edge.

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The image shows a brown scrapbook page with two clippings attached.

  1. The top clipping is a black and white illustration titled "'Man Picking Wheat' (or 'Beatitudes')" by Ben Shahn. It depicts a person standing in a field of wheat, bending down and picking the wheat. The caption notes that this ink-on-paper drawing is from the Collection at the Fogg Art Museum and it's reproduced on a postcard for sale at the museum.

  2. The bottom clipping is a black and white photograph of a road sign that has been altered to read "JESUS IS COMING SOON." The sign is set against a background of trees along a roadside.

The top left corner of the scrapbook page displays the date and source:
"April 12, 1974
The Gazette"

Additionally, there is a handwritten date "4/12/74" on a small piece of paper affixed just above the illustration. The scrapbook page has two holes punched on the right side, likely for insertion into a binder.

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The image features a brown paper folder with two distinct sections. The top section includes a black-and-white drawing of a man dressed in a long-sleeved shirt and trousers, standing in a field of tall grass. The man's posture is slightly bent forward, and he appears to be looking down, possibly picking wheat. The drawing is titled "Man Picking Wheat" or "Bestillnesses" by Ben Shahn, reproduced on a printed sheet and sold for 10 dollars at the Fogg. The date "4/12/74" is written in black ink at the top of the drawing, along with "12 April 12, 1974 The Gazette." The bottom section of the folder contains a photograph of a road sign with the words "JESUS IS COMING SOON" written in bold letters. The photograph also includes a small, blurry image of a building or structure in the background. The folder appears to be part of a collection or archive, possibly related to art or cultural history.

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The image depicts a mounted artwork or archival display featuring two distinct pieces:

  1. Top Section:

    • A black-and-white ink-on-paper drawing titled "Man Picking Wheat" by Ben Shahn.
    • The drawing shows a man bent over, harvesting wheat with a scythe. The style is expressive and somewhat stylized, characteristic of Shahn's social realism.
    • Below the drawing, there is a caption that reads: "Man Picking Wheat" for "Beatlesodes" by Ben Shahn, an ink-on-paper from the drawing collection at the Fogg Art Museum - reproduced on a postcard and on sale for 10ยข each at the Fogg.
  2. Bottom Section:

    • A photograph or printed image of a sign that reads "JESUS IS COMING SOON."
    • The sign appears weathered and is mounted on a wooden post. The background suggests an outdoor setting, possibly a rural or roadside area.
    • Below the sign, there is additional text in a smaller font, which seems to be a caption or description, though it is partially obscured and difficult to read in detail. The text appears to reference a specific location or event, mentioning "America's #1" and some other details.

The entire display is mounted on a brown archival folder or board, with a label in the top left corner indicating the date "April 12, 1974" and the source "The Gazette." The overall presentation suggests this is part of an exhibition or collection, possibly related to art or historical documentation. The combination of the drawing and the sign suggests a thematic or conceptual connection, possibly exploring themes of labor, faith, or social commentary.