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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, May 1973-March 1978

ARCH.2003.39, Rendition: 806586

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The image depicts a page from the "Harvard Gazette" dated November 27, 1974. The page contains two images.

  1. The top image is a detailed, close-up photograph of what appears to be a cluster of frost or ice crystals. The caption beneath it reads: "Ice," by Michael Lenz, Totos in North.

  2. The bottom image shows a landscape with a cottage in the background, surrounded by a field of frost-covered grass or plants. The caption beneath it reads: "The Yurt, Newfoundland (1973) by Morbid Rubenstein - at the Fogg in 'Photography Unlimited.' Upper right: a cottage by L.R. D'Odorico."

The page is mounted on a cardboard backing with two visible holes, suggesting it might be part of a scrapbook or a collection. The images and captions are printed in black and white.

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The image depicts a page from the Harvard Gazette, dated November 27, 1974. The page contains two photographs and some text.

  1. Top Photograph:

    • The image is a black-and-white photograph of a man's face, specifically focusing on his head and shoulders. The caption reads: "Michael Zeilik, Tutor in North," with a price tag of $2.25.
  2. Bottom Photograph:

    • This is a black-and-white collage of two different images.
      • The larger image on the left side appears to be a photograph of a landscape, possibly depicting a rural scene with a structure that looks like a house or cabin and some trees.
      • The smaller inset image in the upper right corner shows a close-up of a cabbage.
    • The caption under the larger image reads: "The Nutrie, Newfoundland (1973) by Meridel Rubenstein—at the Fogg in 'Photography Unlimited.' Upper right: a cabbage by L.B. DiGuilio."

The page itself is preserved within a cardboard sleeve, indicating that it might be part of an archival collection.

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The image shows a page from the Harvard Gazette dated September 27, 1974. The page contains two black-and-white photographs:

  1. Top Photograph:

    • The photograph is labeled "Michael Zeilik, Tutor in North."
    • It depicts a detailed, intricate design resembling a complex geometric pattern, which might be an artistic or architectural rendering. The price listed is $2.25.
  2. Bottom Photograph:

    • The caption at the bottom reads: "The Nutti, Newfoundland (1973) by Meridel Rabinstein - at the Pogg in 'Photography Unlimited.' Upper right: a cudgah by L.B. DiGuilio."
    • The photograph shows a landscape scene that appears to be from Newfoundland, featuring a rugged coastline with piles of driftwood or logs stacked on the beach.

The page itself is framed within a simple brown cardstock border. There is a handwritten note on the upper left corner of the page with the title "Harvard Gazette."

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The image shows a page from the Harvard Gazette dated 9/2/74. The page features two distinct photographs.

  1. The top photograph depicts a close-up of a geometric pattern, possibly a stained glass window or a similar structure, with the caption identifying it as being photographed by Michael Zeilik, a tutor in North, for $2.25.

  2. The bottom photograph presents an aerial view of a rural landscape, including a cluster of buildings, possibly a farm, and a field with rows of crops or planted area. The caption for this image mentions "The Nutmeg, Newfoundland (1973)" by Meridel Rubenstein, displayed at the Fogg in "Photography Unlimited." Additionally, it notes that the image on the upper right is a cabin by L.B. DiGiulio.

The page is mounted on a cardboard backing.

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The image is a page from the Harvard Gazette dated April 24, 1974. It features two photographs related to an art or photography class taught by Michael Zeilik.

  1. Top Photo:

    • This appears to be an image of a cloud or nebula in space, likely taken through a telescope. It demonstrates some form of celestial photography or astronomical study.
  2. Bottom Photo:

    • This image shows a collection of pencils arranged in a specific geometric pattern. The pencils are laid out to create a design resembling an architectural or abstract structure.

At the bottom of the page, there's a caption noting that the Nuttie, Newfoundland photograph from 1973 was taken by Meridel Rubenstein at the Fogg Museum in "Photography Unlimited." The upper right image is credited to L. B. DiGuilio.

The page seems to highlight student work from a course, illustrating both astronomical and still-life subjects.

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The image shows a piece of paper clipped into a folder or binder, containing two black-and-white photographs with some text annotations.

  1. The top photograph:

    • It is a close-up image of a textured, intricate design that resembles a piece of fabric or a detailed pattern.
    • The photograph is credited to Michael Zeilik, and the image title is "Tutor in North," with a price noted as $2.25.
  2. The bottom photograph:

    • This is a landscape image showing a scene of a cabin or small building in a rugged, forested area.
    • The caption reads: "The Nutrig, Newfoundland (1973) by Meridel Rubenstein—at the Fogg in 'Photography Unlimited.' Upper right: a cottage by L.B. D'Ollio."
  3. The top left corner of the page has handwritten text that reads "HARVARD GAZETTE 9/21/74."

The photographs appear to have been clipped from a publication, likely the Harvard Gazette, dated September 21, 1974. The folder or binder has a beige cover with a punched hole, suggesting it is part of an organized collection or archive.

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This image features two separate pieces of paper pinned onto a larger paper or board which is itself on a grey background. The top piece of paper, which seems to be a clipping from the "Harvard Gazette" dated 9/27/74, shows a black and white photograph of what appears to be a detailed image of a cabbage with intricate patterns of leaves and veins. There is some text underneath the photograph.

Below the Harvard Gazette clipping, there's a larger, horizontal paper with a black and white image that looks like a landscape scene depicting an area with scattered vegetation and possibly buildings in the distance. The image appears to be a photograph. There's text below this image as well, which states "The North, Newfoundland (1979) by Marisela Rumbaut—at the Fogg in 'Photography Unlimited.' Upper right is a cabbage by L.B. Gollub."

The piece seems to be highlighting examples of photography as showcased in an exhibition or feature on photography, possibly organized by or displayed at The Fogg Museum, part of Harvard University's art museums. The date on the top clipping suggests that this documentation is from 1974, while the date mentioned below the lower image indicates that the photograph by Marisela Rumbaut was created in 1979, possibly suggesting that the lower image is a later addition to the board or that there's an inconsistency in the dates listed.

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The image shows a sheet of paper attached to a brownish-orange background with two punched holes on the right side. The sheet contains two black-and-white visuals. The upper visual is an impression or drawing of a cabbage. The handwritten note above it reads "HARVARD GAZETTE 9/27/74." Below the visuals, there is printed text that states: "The Nuttie, Newfoundland (1973) by Meridel Rubenstein — at the Fogg in 'Photography Unlimited.' Upper right: a cabbage by L.B. DiGuilio." The paper has some faint text that appears to be partially cut off and is difficult to fully discern. The overall presentation suggests this is a page clipped or copied from a publication or exhibition catalog.

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A brown envelope with a white piece of paper attached to it. The paper has two images, one on top of the other. The top image is a black-and-white photograph of a mountain range with a caption that reads "Harvard Gazette 9/27/74." The bottom image is a black-and-white photograph of a landscape with a caption that reads "The Murtic, Newfoundland (1973) by Mendel Rubenstein- at the Fogg in "Photography Unlimited." Upper right: a cabbage by L.B. DiGuillo."

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The image shows a page from a publication titled "HARVARD GAZETTE", dated 9/27/74. The page features two distinct illustrations or photographs:

  1. Top Illustration:

    • A detailed, abstract or artistic depiction of a face or head. The style appears to be a sketch or a stylized drawing, with intricate lines and shading that give it a textured, almost sculptural quality. The face is central, and the lines suggest depth and movement, possibly indicating a focus on form and expression.
  2. Bottom Illustration:

    • A more realistic, documentary-style photograph of a landscape or outdoor scene. The image shows a rugged, natural environment with visible elements such as trees, rocks, and possibly a small structure or cabin in the background. The scene appears to be from Newfoundland, as indicated by the caption. The photograph is credited to Meridel Rubenstein and is noted as being part of the Fog's exhibit titled "Photography Unlimited." Additionally, the caption mentions an "upper right a cabbage" attributed to L.B. DGulllo, suggesting a possible artistic or conceptual element within the composition.

Additional Details:

  • Caption Text:

    • The top illustration is attributed to "Michael Zelik, Tutor in North" and priced at $2.25.
    • The bottom photograph is described as "The Nettle, Newfoundland (1973)" by Meridel Rubenstein.
  • Mounting:

    • The page is mounted on a brown cardboard backing, likely for archival or display purposes. There are visible holes along the edges, suggesting it may have been part of a binder or folder system.

The overall composition suggests this is a page from an art or photography-focused publication, showcasing a mix of artistic sketches and documentary photography, with annotations providing context and credits.