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This image displays a single page from a scrapbook or archive, mounted on a light brown, textured cardstock folder with two punched holes on the right side, suggesting it was stored in a binder.

The page contains two distinct clippings:

1. Top Clipping - Artwork:

   • This is a black-and-white line drawing titled “Man Picking Wheat” (or “Restitutus”) by artist Ben Shahn.
   • The artwork depicts a man in loose-fitting, long-sleeved clothing and trousers, bent over and intently picking individual stalks of wheat from a field. His posture and focused gaze suggest laborious work.
   • Below the drawing, a caption provides context: "“Man Picking Wheat” (or “Restitutus”) by Ben Shahn, an ink-on-paper from the drawing Collection at the Fogg Art Museum – reproduced on a postcard and on sale for 10 ¢ each at the Fogg."
   • In the upper left corner of this clipping, a small white label reads: “12 April 12, 1974 The Gazette”, indicating the source publication and date of the clipping.
   • A handwritten number, “41274”, is visible on the top edge of the clipping, likely an archival or inventory number.

2. Bottom Clipping - Photograph:

   • This is a grainy, black-and-white photograph showing a roadside scene.
   • The focal point is a weathered, hand-painted wooden sign shaped like a cross or a rough diamond. The sign reads in bold, block letters: "JESUS IS COMING SOON".
   • The background shows a paved road curving into the distance, flanked by trees.
   • At the bottom of this clipping, a partially visible and reversed advertisement or article snippet is present, with text mentioning “IT’S AMERICA’S #1” and other fragmented phrases, indicating this photo was clipped from a newspaper or magazine.

The overall presentation suggests a collection of printed ephemera, saved for personal, historical, or research purposes.

The image appears to be a collage of two separate pieces of paper placed on a brown paper background. The top half of the collage features a black-and-white illustration of a man standing in a field of wheat. The title of the illustration is "Man Picking Wheat" or "Beatitudes," attributed to Ben Shahn. It is described as an ink-on-paper piece from the drawing collection at the Fogg Art Museum, with a note mentioning it is reproduced on a postcard and available for purchase.

The bottom half of the collage shows a photograph of a sign that reads "JESUS IS COMING SOON" in bold letters. Below the sign, there is a small advertisement for a product, which appears to be a refrigerator or freezer, with text about its features and availability.

The collage is dated April 12, 1974, as noted on the top left corner of the illustration. The paper has a few creases and slight wear, indicating it may be from an older document or publication.

This image appears to be a scanned copy of a newspaper page from April 12, 1974, from "The Gazette." The page is mounted on a brown paper or cardstock.

1. Top Section: There is a black-and-white illustration titled "Man Picking Wheat" (or "Beatitudes") by Ben Shahn. The illustration shows a person in a robe, standing in a field of tall grass or wheat, with one hand reaching down towards the ground. The text below the illustration mentions that it is an ink-on-paper drawing from the collection at the Fogg Art Museum and is reproduced on a postcard available for sale at the museum for 10 cents each.

2. Bottom Section: There is a photograph of a person holding a sign that reads "JESUS IS COMING SOON." The person is partially visible, and the sign is held up in a way that the text is clearly visible. Below the photograph, there is a small advertisement, likely for a refrigerator or similar appliance, with the text "It's America's #1" and some other details about the product.

The overall layout is typical of a newspaper clipping, with the illustrations and photographs arranged in a vertical format. The page is marked with the date and some other notations in the top left corner.

The image is a photograph of a scrapbook page with a date and two newspaper clippings attached to it. The scrapbook page is made of brown paper and has a hole punch on the right side. The date is written in the top left corner of the page, and it reads "April 12, 1974". The first newspaper clipping is a black-and-white drawing of a man holding a basket of wheat. The second newspaper clipping is a photograph of a road sign that reads "JESUS IS COMING SOON".

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.

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 10¢ 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.

This image appears to be a scrapbook or document page with two distinct printed items adhered to it.

1. Upper Section:

   • A monochromatic illustration features a person bending over in a field, seemingly picking wheat or grass. The figure is drawn in an expressive, simplified style.
   • The caption underneath mentions this as "Man Picking Wheat" (or "Hesitations") by Ben Shahn. It is noted to be an ink-on-paper drawing from the Fogg Art Museum collection. The text includes details about its reproduction on a poster.

2. Lower Section:

   • A black-and-white photograph of a roadside sign reads "JESUS IS COMING SOON." The sign appears hexagonal, and behind it is a grassy field and trees. The subject hints at religious themes or messaging.
   • Below the photograph is a small section of text and imagery, likely from a newspaper or magazine, partially cropped and positioned upside-down.

The page includes holes punched near its side, suggesting it was part of a binder or scrapbook. Written in pencil at the top are “April 12, 1974” and “4/12/74” alongside a label identifying the source as "The Gazette."

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.

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.

A brown scrapbook page with two black-and-white clipped images mounted on it.

• Top image: A line drawing of a man in a long-sleeve shirt and overalls standing in tall grass, bending with his head down. His face is blurred. A small caption underneath mentions a Ben Shahn piece titled something like “Man Picking Wheat,” and notes about the Fogg Art Museum. There are handwritten notes in the top left that read “April 12, 1974 The Gazette” and a date stamp.

• Bottom image: A photograph of a road sign in the countryside that reads “JESUS IS COMING SOON.” The photo is mounted just below the top clipping.

The page has two punched holes on the right edge, and the overall look is vintage and collage-like.