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This image displays a historical clipping sheet from April 12, 1974, likely from The Gazette, mounted on a tan archival folder. The sheet contains two distinct artworks, each accompanied by a caption from the original newspaper.

Top Artwork:

• Title and Artist: “Man Picking Wheat” (or “Bastitates”) by Ben Shahn.
• Medium: Ink on paper.
• Description: This is a black-and-white line drawing depicting a man, slightly hunched over, standing in a field of tall grass or wheat. He is dressed in a loose shirt and trousers, holding a stalk of grain in his right hand. His gaze is directed downward, and his expression appears contemplative or weary. The style is expressive and simplified, characteristic of Ben Shahn’s social realist approach.
• Context: The drawing is from the Drawing Collection at the Fogg Art Museum (now part of the Harvard Art Museums). The caption notes it was reproduced on a postcard and sold for 10 cents each at the museum.

Bottom Artwork:

• Title and Artist: Untitled photograph by Jim Dow.
• Description: A grainy, black-and-white photograph shows a handmade, weathered wooden sign painted with the message:
  “JESUS IS COMING SOON”
  The sign is mounted on a wooden post beside a rural road, with trees in the background. The photo evokes a sense of Americana, rural life, and vernacular religious expression.
• Context: The photograph was included in the “Contemporary Photographs IV” exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge, at the time the clipping was published.
• Handwritten Note: Beneath the caption, someone has written in red ink: “Sidney Aronson 3/20/74,” possibly indicating ownership, archiving, or a note by a staff member or researcher.

Additional Details on the Folder:

• The folder has punch holes on the right side, suggesting it was kept in a binder.
• In the top left corner, there is a printed label: “12. April 12, 1974 The Gazette,” and next to it, handwritten in pencil: “4/12/74,” likely the date the clipping was filed.
• The clipping sheet is preserved behind a clear plastic sleeve or support.

Overall Significance:

This page captures a moment in art history and cultural documentation from 1974, highlighting two very different artistic responses — one social-realist and figurative (Shahn), the other documentary and vernacular (Dow) — both displayed in a prestigious academic museum setting. The juxtaposition hints at the breadth of contemporary art being recognized at the time.

The image consists of two printed pieces affixed to a beige background, likely a scrapbook or a similar collection.

1. Top Section:

   • This appears to be a printed illustration or drawing of a man bending over to pick wheat.
   • The illustration is titled "Man Picking Wheat" (or "Beatitudes") by Ben Shahn.
   • It is described as an ink-on-paper from the drawing collection at the Fogg Art Museum.
   • There is a note indicating that the image is reproduced on a postcard and is for sale at the Fogg Art Museum for 10¢ each.

2. Bottom Section:

   • This is an untitled photograph by Jim Dow.
   • The photo shows a sign that reads "JESUS IS COMING SOON."
   • The image is from the Contemporary Photographs IV exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge.
   • There is a handwritten note at the bottom right that appears to read "Quincy Patriot Ledger 3/30/74," suggesting the source and date of the photo.

The images are distinguished from each other by their content and the information provided about their origins and exhibitions.

This image is a scanned page from a collection or scrapbook. The page is beige and contains two distinct printed or pasted items.

1. Top Item: A black-and-white line drawing titled "Man Picking Wheat" (or "Beatitudes") by Ben Shahn. The artwork is described as an ink-on-paper piece from the drawing collection at the Fogg Art Museum. The drawing depicts a man in a long robe bending down to pick wheat. The caption mentions that the artwork is reproduced on a postcard and is on sale for 10¢ each at the Fogg. The date "April 12, 1974" and "The Gazette" are written in the top left corner, along with the number "12" and "4/12/74" handwritten.

2. Bottom Item: A black-and-white photograph by Jim Dow. The photograph shows a road sign that has been altered to read "JESUS IS COMING SOON." The sign is situated on a roadside with trees in the background. The caption indicates that this is an untitled photograph from the "Contemporary Photographs IV" exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge. The date "3/30/74" is handwritten at the bottom right corner.

The page appears to be from a collection or archive, given the dates and the way the items are presented and labeled.

A page with two images, both of which are in black and white. The image on top is a drawing of a man standing in a field of wheat. The man is wearing a shirt and pants and is holding a stick. The drawing is titled "Man Picking Wheat" and is by Ben Shahn. The image below is a photograph of a road sign that reads "Jesus is Coming Soon." The photograph is untitled and is by Jim Dow.

The image shows a collage of two photographs and a drawing. The first photograph is a black-and-white image of a man standing in a field of tall grass. The second photograph is a black-and-white image of a road sign with the words "JESUS IS COMING SOON" written on it. The drawing is a sketch of a man's head and torso, with his hands raised in the air. The collage is placed on a brown paper folder with the date "April 12, 1974" written on it.

The image depicts a display board featuring two distinct artworks, likely part of an exhibition or collection. The board is mounted on a light brown, cardboard-like surface, and the artworks are presented on a clear, transparent stand.

Top Artwork:

• Title: "Man Nicking What?" (Reproduced by Ben Shan, ink-on-paper from the drawing collection at the Fogg Art Museum).
• Description: The artwork is a black-and-white ink drawing of a man in a dynamic pose. The man is depicted with a determined expression, leaning forward as if in motion. He is wearing a long-sleeved shirt and pants, and his posture suggests he is engaged in some form of action, possibly running or moving quickly. His right hand is extended forward, and his left hand is slightly raised, giving the impression of urgency or effort. The background consists of tall, stylized grass or reeds, adding to the sense of movement and tension in the scene.

Bottom Artwork:

• Title: Untitled photograph by Jim Dow at the Contemporary Photographs IV exhibition now at the Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge.
• Description: This is a black-and-white photograph featuring a prominent road sign with bold, capitalized text that reads, "JESUS IS COMING SOON." The sign is mounted on a wooden post and is situated along a road that appears to stretch into the distance. The road is flanked by trees and vegetation, creating a serene, rural setting. The photograph has a slightly faded or vintage aesthetic, suggesting it may be from an earlier time period. The overall tone of the image is contemplative, with the sign's message evoking a sense of anticipation or spiritual reflection.

Additional Details:

• Date and Context: The top left corner of the display board includes the date "April 12, 1974" and the label "The Gazette," indicating that this may be part of a newspaper or exhibition catalog from that time.
• Handwritten Notes: There are handwritten notes on the board, including the date "4/12/74" and some additional text, likely annotations or cataloging information.
• Pricing: The bottom artwork includes a handwritten price of "$300/14," possibly indicating the cost or value of the photograph.

Overall Impression:

The display board presents two contrasting artworks: one a dynamic, expressive ink drawing and the other a contemplative, photographically rendered scene with a spiritual message. The combination suggests a thematic exploration of movement, action, and meaning, possibly reflecting broader artistic or cultural commentary from the time period. The inclusion of exhibition details and pricing indicates that this is part of a curated collection or exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum.

This image is a composite of two separate pieces.

The top portion shows an illustration of a man in a field of wheat. The drawing style is bold and linear, with the man stooping forward, appearing to pick or inspect the wheat. Text beneath the image describes it as "Man Picking Wheat" (or "Testified") by Ben Shahn, reproduced on a postcard from the Fogg Art Museum.

The bottom portion contains a photograph of a weathered roadside sign that reads "JESUS IS COMING SOON." The sign is affixed to a post and surrounded by a rural, grassy roadside setting. Text beneath the photograph credits Jim Dow for the photograph, taken as part of the Contemporary Photographs IV exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum. There are handwritten dates ("4/12/74" and "3/30/74") and marked publication notes on the mounting board.

The image shows two pieces of paper mounted on a cardboard backing. The upper paper appears to be a drawing or print of a person bending over as if reaching toward the ground among tall grasses or plants. The figure is depicted in a sketch-like manner, focusing on an outline with some internal lines suggesting the folds of clothing and the contour of the body.

Beneath this artwork, there is a second piece of paper that appears to be a photographic print. It shows a road with grass and trees on either side leading toward a horizon. At the center of the image is a makeshift or hand-painted sign with the words "JESUS IS COMING SOON" on it. The sign is slightly off-kilter and dominates the photograph, drawing attention to its message.

There are dates or notations written in pen on the cardboard and the papers. The piece on the upper left is marked with a date "April 12, 1974" along with a publication name "The Gazette". The bottom photograph has hand-written text beneath it indicating the source or the exhibition where the photograph may have been displayed.

The image shows a scrapbook or a display board with two newspaper or magazine clippings attached.

1. The top clipping is a black-and-white line drawing titled "Man Picking Wheat" (or "Beatitudes") by Ben Shahn, described as an ink-on-paper from the drawing collection at the Fogg Art Museum. The drawing depicts a man bent over, both hands reaching forward towards the wheat field he is standing in. The man's head is slightly bowed, and the strokes are simple with emphasis on the wheat and the figure's posture. The clipping is dated April 12, 1974, from "The Gazette." There is a handwritten date "4/12/74" next to it.

2. The bottom clipping is a black-and-white photograph showing a roadside wooden sign that reads "JESUS IS COMING SOON." The sign is shaped somewhat irregularly and is mounted on a post next to a road bordered by trees and grass. The photograph is credited to Jim Dow and is from the Contemporary Photographs IV exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge. It also features a handwritten note with the date "3/30/74" and some illegible text written in blue and red ink.

The overall tone of the display is archival and historical, presenting art and photography with a religious theme or message.

A brown archival page with two pasted images. The top image is a black-and-white line drawing of a tall man in a long coat standing in tall grass; the figure’s head is obscured by a gray square. There’s a small label in the upper left with a date (April 12, 1974) and “The Gazette,” plus handwritten numbers along the top. The bottom image is a grayscale photograph of a road sign that reads “JESUS IS COMING SOON,” set in a rural scene. A caption beneath credits it as an untitled photograph by Jim Dow from an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum. The page has binder holes on the right and a small notch on the right edge.