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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, May 1973-March 1978

ARCH.2003.39, Rendition: 806627

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The image appears to be a clipping from a newspaper, specifically the "Gazette," dated January 24, 1975. The page includes three separate photographs and accompanying text.

  1. Top Left Image:

    • This is a black-and-white photograph of a man standing with his hands in his pockets, looking upwards. The caption beneath the image reads: "What does this man find so interesting? Haven't got the foggiest? Turn to page 8 and you'll see."
  2. Top Right Image:

    • This black-and-white photograph shows a display case containing various artifacts. The caption beneath the image reads: "The Fogg Museum was the setting. The highlight of the exhibit is a group of 'Ancient Chinese Jades from the Grenville L. Winthrop Collection' (subject of our front page, gentlemen's attention). Above, viewing the jades, left to right, are Cynthia von Thünen, Assistant to the Director of the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, and Lester Len Gittleman (Photography). At right, above, enjoying a better view is Annemarie Pope (librarian of the University Press). The exhibit continues through March 18."
  3. Bottom Right Image:

    • This is a black-and-white photograph of a woman with a surprised or animated expression, holding something close to her mouth.

The page is mounted on a brown cardboard backing, and there are two holes punched on the left side, suggesting it was part of a binder or scrapbook. The handwritten note at the top of the page reads "Gazette Jan. 24, 1975."

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The image displays a page from a gazette dated January 24, 1975. The page features three black-and-white photographs with accompanying captions and text.

  1. The top-left photograph shows a man in a suit, standing and looking at something out of the frame. The caption beneath the photo reads, "What does this man find so interesting? Haven't you got the foggiest? Turn to page 8 and you'll see."

  2. The top-right photograph captures an event at the Fogg Museum, where several people are gathered, some looking at displays. The caption explains that the Fogg Museum was the setting for a preview of the Grenville L. Winthrop Collection. The text mentions that the collection features 630 objects d'art and that the Director of the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, Agnes R. G. Surman, and lecturer Len Gittleman were present. The exhibit was organized by Harvard University Press and continued through March 18.

  3. The bottom-right photograph shows a woman, presumably Agnes R. G. Surman, speaking, possibly at the event described in the previous caption. She appears to be engaged in conversation, and the photo captures her mid-speech.

The layout of the page is clean, with each photograph and its corresponding text clearly separated for easy reading. The overall theme of the page is cultural and artistic, focusing on the preview event for the significant art collection at the Fogg Museum.

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The image is a collage of newspaper clippings from January 24, 1975, from a publication referred to as "Gazette."

  1. Top Left Section:

    • There is a black-and-white photograph of a man who appears to be in a formal setting, possibly a museum or gallery, looking slightly to the side with a thoughtful expression. Beneath the photo, there is a caption that reads, "What does this man find so interesting? Haven't got the foggiest? Turn to page 8 and you'll see."
  2. Top Right Section:

    • This part includes a collage of smaller images:
      • The central image is a photograph showing an art installation or an exhibit. It depicts several objects arranged on a table, including what appear to be art pieces or sculptures.
      • Below this central image, there is a smaller photograph of a person, likely a woman, who seems to be engaging or reacting to the exhibit, possibly with an expressive gesture.
  3. Bottom Section:

    • There's text that provides context to the images:
      • "The Fogg Museum was the setting Tuesday night for a preview of the Grenville L. Winthrop Collection (subject of our front-page gentleman's attention). Above, viewing several of the 600 objects of art, the Director of the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, and Lecturer Len Gittleman (Photography). At right, obviously enjoying a better view than the rest of us, is the University Press. The exhibit continues through March 18."

Overall, the clipping appears to be discussing an art exhibition at the Fogg Museum, highlighting both the exhibit itself and a notable person, presumably the Director of the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, along with a mention of a university press involvement.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper clipping titled "Gazette" dated January 24, 1975. The page includes three photographs and accompanying text.

  1. Top Left Image and Text:

    • The photograph features a man standing, wearing glasses, a dark suit, and a light-colored shirt.
    • The text next to the photo reads: "What does this man find so interesting? Haven't got the foggiest? Turn to page 8 and you'll see..."
  2. Middle Image:

    • This is a larger photograph showing an indoor setting, likely an art exhibit. A person is seen viewing artworks on display. The exhibit seems to be set up with various objects, including a table with items on it, and some people are interacting with the display.
    • The accompanying text states: "The Fogg Museum was the setting Tuesday night for a preview of the 'Grenville L. Winthrop Collection' (subject of our front-page gentleman's attention). Above, viewing several of the 630 objects of art is the Director of the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts and Lecturer Len Gittleman (Photography). At right, obviously enjoying a better view of the exhibit, is Harvard University Press. The exhibit continues through March 18."
  3. Bottom Right Image:

    • This photograph shows a woman with a striking expression, her mouth open as if she is speaking or shouting. She is wearing a dark dress with a pearl necklace.

The page appears to be from a newspaper article covering a cultural event or exhibition at the Fogg Museum, highlighting some of the key individuals and items of interest.

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The image is a collage of newspaper clippings mounted on a piece of beige cardboard. Here's a detailed description:

  1. Date and Source:

    • The top right corner of the clipping reads "Gazette" and is dated "Jan. 24, 1975."
  2. Images and Text:

    • The collage consists of three black-and-white photographs and accompanying text.

    Top Left Image:

    • This photograph shows a man standing and looking off to the side. The text beneath the photo reads: "What does this man find so interesting? Haven't got the foggiest? Turn to page 8 and you'll see."

    Middle Image:

    • This image depicts a group of people gathered around a table, looking at various objects, likely part of an art exhibit. The accompanying text reads: "The Fogg Museum was the setting Tuesday night for a preview of the 'Grenville L. Winthrop Collection' (subject of our front-page gentleman's attention). Above, viewing several of the 630 objects of art, is David Finnegan, a member of the Museum's Board of Overseers and Director of the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, and Lecturer Len Gittleman (Photography). At right, obviously enjoying a better view of the collection, is Mrs. Elizabeth B. Carpenter. The exhibit continues through March 18."

    Bottom Right Image:

    • This photograph shows a woman with a surprised or expressive face, her hands raised to her cheeks. The text accompanying this image is not visible in the provided view.

The collage seems to be from a newspaper article, likely from a university publication, covering an art exhibit event at the Fogg Museum. The event appears to have been well-attended and features notable individuals related to the museum and the arts.

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The image shows an open page from a copy of the "Gazette," dated January 24, 1975. The page includes several elements:

  1. Left Side (Column with an Image and Caption):

    • There is a photograph of a classical statue, specifically a headless and armless figure draped in robes.
    • Below the photograph, the caption reads: "What does this man find so interesting? Haven't got the foggiest? Turn to page 8 and you'll see."
  2. Right Side (Articles and Images):

    • The top portion contains a headline and a small image of an archaeological or museum setting showing ancient artifacts.
    • The main article headline reads: "The Fogg Museum was the setting Tuesday night for a preview of 'Grenville L. Winthrop Collection' (subject of our front-page gentleman's attention). Above, viewing some of the treasures are Cynthia von Thüngen, Assistant to the Director of the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, and Lecturer Len Gittleman (Photography). Below is a closer look at another object in the exhibit."
    • The article describes an exhibit at the Fogg Museum featuring the Grenville L. Winthrop Collection, which is significant enough to warrant a preview event.
    • There is another photograph of an older man closely examining a piece of art, likely part of the mentioned exhibit.

Overall, the page combines elements of art, history, and news related to a significant art collection preview at the Fogg Museum.

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This image depicts a piece of paper, possibly a page from a publication or a scrapbook, with information and images attached to a beige background with a brown border. At the top, the word "Gazette" is handwritten, followed by the date "Jan. 24, 1975." On the left-hand side, there is a black and white photograph of a sculpture of a standing figure. On the right-hand side, two smaller black and white images appear to show individuals engaging with art pieces or exhibits; the specific actions of these individuals cannot be described due to redaction. Below the photographs, there's a section of text which seems to provide information about an event or exhibition related to ancient Chinese jades, mentioning a Fogg Museum and some individuals, one of whom is named Cynthia von Olnhausen, the Assistant to the Director of the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, and Lee Arron Lein, identified with photography. The text also mentions a publication by Harvard University Press. The exhibition noted in the text was apparently ongoing through March 15, without a year specified. The lower section of the page seems to contain additional text which could be a continuation of the article or related notes. The entire assemblage is mounted on what looks like a board with a punched hole in the upper right corner, typically used for filing or display purposes.

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This image shows a scrapbook or album page containing three black-and-white newspaper clippings mounted on brown paper. The date "Jan. 24, 1975" and the word "GAZETTE" are handwritten in black ink at the top center of the page.

  • The clipping on the left depicts a man in a dark sweater and glasses, seen from the back and side, looking at something out of the frame. His hands are behind his back, and the caption below the photo reads: "What does this man find so interesting? Haven't got the foggiest? Turn to page 8 and you'll see."

  • The center clipping shows two women looking at a display case containing several small objects, likely artifacts or jade pieces. The caption beneath the photo describes a preview event at the Fogg Museum for the "Ancient Chinese Jades from the Grenville L. Winthrop Collection." It identifies the women as Cynthia von Thüna, Assistant to the Director of the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, and Joy Pratt of Harvard University Press. It notes that the exhibit runs through March 18.

  • The bottom right clipping features a close-up photo of a woman looking closely at a small object, possibly a jade piece, which she holds in her hand. The woman's face is partially obscured or blurred. The caption refers to Len Gittleman as the photographer.

Overall, the page documents a 1975 newspaper feature highlighting an exhibition of ancient Chinese jade artifacts at the Fogg Museum, showing visitors engaged in observing the collection.

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A brown paper folder contains a newspaper clipping with a photo of a man and a woman. The clipping has a headline that reads "Gazette Jan. 24, 1975." The clipping also has a caption that reads "The Fogg Museum was the setting Tuesday night for a preview of "Ancient Chinese Jades from the Grenville L. Winthrop Collection" (subject of our front-page attention). Above, viewing several of the 630 objects d'art, are Cynthia von Thun, Assistant to the Director of the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, and Lee Gittleman (Photography). At right, obviously enjoying a bet-ter look, is Joy Pratt of Harvard University Press. The exhibition continues through March 18."

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The image depicts a page from a newsletter or magazine dated January 24, 1975, titled "GAZETTE." The page features three photographs and accompanying text.

Photographs:

  1. Top Left Photograph:

    • This is a black-and-white portrait of a man standing with his back to the camera. He is wearing glasses and a dark jacket. The photograph is framed within a smaller rectangular border.
  2. Top Right Photograph:

    • This photograph shows a group of people gathered around a table, seemingly engaged in a discussion or examination of objects displayed in a glass case. The setting appears to be indoors, possibly in a museum or gallery. Several individuals are visible, with one person leaning forward and another gesturing toward the case. The glass case contains various items, likely artifacts or exhibits.
  3. Bottom Right Photograph:

    • This photograph shows a woman laughing or smiling broadly. She is wearing glasses and a dark outfit with a necklace. The background is blurred, suggesting an indoor setting, possibly a social or professional gathering.

Text:

  • Caption for the Top Right Photograph:
    The text explains that the Fogg Museum was the setting for a preview of the exhibition titled "Ancient Chinese Ladies from the Grenville L. Winthrop Collection." It mentions that several of the 630 objects in the exhibition drew attention. The individuals shown in the photograph include Cynthia von Thima, Assistant to the Director of the Visual Arts, and Len Gittelman, Photographer. On the right, Joy Pratt of the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts is also mentioned, enjoying a "better look." The exhibit was scheduled to continue through March 18.

  • Caption for the Top Left Photograph:
    The text references the photograph as a humorous or intriguing image, asking, "What does this man find so interesting? Haven't you got the foggiest? Turn to page 8 and you'll see." This suggests that the photograph is part of a larger narrative or puzzle within the publication.

Design and Layout:

  • The page has a clean, organized layout with a light brown border framing the content.
  • The text is typed, and the photographs are neatly arranged, indicating a formal or semi-formal publication style.
  • The overall tone suggests the page is part of a university or institutional newsletter, possibly related to art, culture, or academic events.

Context:

The page appears to be documenting cultural or academic events, specifically highlighting an exhibition of ancient Chinese artifacts at the Fogg Museum. The inclusion of names and roles indicates that the publication is likely associated with a university or museum, providing updates and insights into exhibitions and related activities. The humorous caption for the top-left photograph adds a lighthearted touch to the otherwise formal content.