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The image shows a newspaper clipping from the "Quincy Patriot Ledger" dated January 7, 1975. The article is titled "Jade Exhibit 'Stones of Heaven' Sparkle in the Fogg" and is written by Dorothy H. Kelso, a Fogg Lecturer correspondent.

The article discusses a jade exhibit at Harvard's Fogg Art Museum, which was on display from November 22, 1974, to January 5, 1975. The exhibit featured jade artifacts from the Shriner Collection, which includes over 300 pieces of jade, some dating back to the Shang period (1766-1027 B.C.).

Key points from the article include:

• The exhibit showcases the beauty and craftsmanship of jade, a material highly valued in Chinese culture.
• The jade pieces range from simple and enigmatic to intricate and detailed.
• The exhibit includes a variety of jade items, such as pendants, figurines, and ornamental objects.
• The jade artifacts are notable for their durability and the skill required to carve them.
• The exhibit highlights the cultural and artistic significance of jade in Chinese history.

The article is accompanied by two photographs:

1. A pair of pendants from the late Eastern Chou period (400-222 B.C.).
2. A figure of a kneeling man, probably from the Shang period (c. 1550-1050 B.C.).

The text also mentions that a catalog of the exhibit is available for purchase at the museum's bookstore.

The image shows a newspaper article titled "'Stones of Heaven' Sparkle in the Fogg," published in the Quincy Patriot Ledger on January 7, 1975. The article, written by Dorothy H. Kelso, discusses an exhibit at Harvard’s Fogg Art Museum featuring a collection of ancient Chinese jade objects. The exhibit, on loan from the Grenville L. Winthrop Collection, includes various jade pieces from different dynasties, highlighting their cultural and historical significance. The article describes specific items on display, such as pendants from the Eastern Chou period and a figurine from the Shang period, and explains the meticulous craftsmanship and the spiritual importance of jade in Chinese culture. The exhibit, titled "Earth Enshrouded," also includes pieces from the Neolithic period, emphasizing the deep historical roots of jade work in China. The article mentions that the exhibit will be on display through March 16.

The image is a newspaper clipping dated January 7th, 1975, from the Patriot Ledger, written by Dorothy H. Kelso. The article is titled "Jade Exhibit: 'Stones of Heaven' Sparkle in the Fogg."

The main focus of the article is an exhibition of ancient Chinese jade artifacts at Harvard's Fogg Art Museum. The exhibition showcases a collection of jade pieces, which are described as having been unearthed from graves and other archaeological sites.

Key points from the article include:

• The exhibition features jades from the late Eastern Zhou period (480-222 B.C.) and a figure from the Shang period (1550-1050 B.C.).
• Prof. Max Loehr, the author of the catalog, explains the significance of these jades, emphasizing their rarity and the meticulous care taken to present them.
• The pieces are described as "Stones of Heaven," highlighting their cultural and historical importance.
• The exhibition includes various shapes and styles, such as pendants and figurines, each with unique characteristics and stories.

The article also notes that the exhibition is part of the Fogg Art Museum’s ongoing efforts to present ancient artifacts and their cultural contexts to the public. The "Earth-Embracing Dragon" and other artifacts are highlighted for their aesthetic and historical value.

The display is intended to educate viewers about the origins, craftsmanship, and the historical context of ancient Chinese jades, with a particular emphasis on their significance as symbols of power and status in ancient China. The exhibition runs through March 19, 1975, at the Fogg Museum.

The image is a newspaper clipping from the Quincy Patriot Ledger dated January 7th, 1975. The article is titled "Jade Exhibit 'Stones of Heaven' Sparkle in the Fogg" and is written by Dorothy H. Kehn, who is identified as a Patriot Ledger Correspondent.

The article discusses a jade exhibit at Harvard's Fogg Art Museum, which showcased a collection of ancient Chinese jades. The exhibit was curated to honor the 1888 gift of jades from the family of George Winthrop, a wealthy businessman.

Key points in the article include:

1. The historical significance of jades, which have been highly valued since ancient times.
2. The collection's origins, dating back to the Shang period (c. 1550-1050 B.C.) and continuing through to the late Eastern Zhou period (480-222 B.C.).
3. The exhibit's focus on the diversity and artistic excellence of jade artifacts, including pendants and a kneeling man figure.
4. The explanation provided by Prof. Max Loehr, who was responsible for the cataloging and presentation of the exhibit, about the origins and cultural significance of jades.
5. The intricate craftsmanship and the symbolic meanings of the jade pieces, which often represented animals, deities, and other figures.
6. The exhibit's arrangement, which was guided by the shapes and purposes of the artifacts.
7. The exhibition's continuation through March 16 at the Fogg Museum.

The article includes images of a pair of pendants from the late Eastern Zhou period and a kneeling man figure from the Shang period.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Quincy Patriot Ledger dated January 26, 1975. The headline of the article is "Jade Exhibit: 'Stones of Heaven' Sparkle in the Fogg." The article is written by Dorothy H. Kelso, a Patriot Ledger Correspondent.

The article discusses a special exhibition at Harvard’s Fogg Art Museum featuring ancient Chinese jade artifacts. The exhibition was curated by Professor Max Loehr, who was also the author of the accompanying catalogue, "Ancient Chinese Jades from the Grenville L. Winthrop Collection."

Key points from the article include:

• The exhibition features a collection of jade artifacts from the late Eastern Zhou period (480-222 B.C.) to the Shang period (c. 1550-1050 B.C.).
• The collection includes a pair of pendants from the late Eastern Zhou period and a figure of a kneeling man from the Shang period.
• The jades are described as "stones of heaven," signifying their importance and reverence in ancient Chinese culture.
• The exhibit is noted for its meticulous arrangement and scholarly research, highlighting the significance of jade in Chinese history, art, and symbolism.
• Jade was used for various purposes, including ritual objects, ornaments, and as symbols of power and status.
• The article mentions the careful craftsmanship and the historical context of the artifacts, emphasizing the cultural and artistic value of the collection.

The clipping also includes images of the jade artifacts mentioned in the article. The exhibit was on display through March 15, 1975.

The image is of a newspaper clipping from the Quincy Patriot Ledger, dated June 26, 1975. The article, titled "Jade Exhibit 'Stones of Heaven' Sparkle in the Fogg," is written by Dorothee H. Kelso, the Patriot Ledger Correspondent.

The article discusses an exhibit of ancient jade artifacts at Harvard's Fogg Art Museum. The exhibit features jade pieces from various periods and civilizations, particularly focusing on Chinese jade artifacts.

Key points mentioned in the article include:

1. Exhibition Details:

   • The exhibit showcases a collection that was previously displayed at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C.
   • It opened to the public on June 20 and will run through the summer.

2. Historical Context:

   • The collection, originally amassed by Grenville L. Winthrop, was bequeathed to the museum in 1943.
   • The jade pieces date back to various ancient periods, including the Eastern Chou period (480-222 B.C.) and the Shang period (circa 1550-1050 B.C.).

3. Notable Artifacts:

   • Pair of Pendants: Dating from the late Eastern Chou period, these objects exemplify the intricate craftsmanship of the era.
   • Figure of Kneeling Man: From the Shang period, this artifact is noted for its detailed carving.

4. Cultural Significance:

   • The article emphasizes the historical and cultural importance of jade in Chinese civilization.
   • Jade was not only valued for its aesthetic appeal but also for its symbolic meanings, such as representing virtues and status.

5. Exhibition Insights:

   • Prof. Max Loehr, a noted expert on the origins of jade, provided insight into the artifacts.
   • The exhibit includes pieces that were used in various contexts, from ceremonial objects to burial items.

6. Observations by Visitors:

   • The article mentions that visitors might initially find the exhibit challenging due to the subtle variations in jade but will come to appreciate the delicate artistry and historical depth of the collection.

The article is illustrated with images of some of the jade artifacts on display, including the pair of pendants from the Eastern Chou period and the figure of a kneeling man from the Shang period.

This image shows an article clipping mounted on a brown paper background with a construction paper header. The article is about a jade exhibit titled "Stones of Heaven Sparkle in the Fogg," indicating that it was likely displayed at the Fogg Museum. The author of the article is Dorothy H. Kelso, and it was written for the "Patriot Ledger," as indicated by the note at the top. The date listed is "Jan '73, 1975."

The article features two black and white images of ancient Chinese artifacts. The top photo is of a "Pair of pendants, late Eastern Chou period (480-222 B.C.)" and the bottom photo is of a "Figure of kneeling man, probably Shang period (ca. 1350-1050 B.C.)." The text in the article appears to describe the significance and history behind the jade pieces and the exhibit itself, as well as the cultural importance of jade to Chinese art and history. There is a worn out thumbtack through a hole at the top of the brown background, suggesting that this clipping was likely posted on a board or wall for display purposes.

The image shows a newspaper clipping mounted on a brown backing. The clipping is from the "Quincy Patriot Ledger," dated January 28, 1975, as handwritten in red ink at the top.

The article is titled "Jade Exhibit: 'Stones of Heaven' Sparkle in the Fogg," written by Dorothy H. Kelso, a correspondent for the Patriot Ledger. The article discusses an exhibit of archaic jade collection revealed at Harvard's Fogg Art Museum, detailing the origins, significance, and craftsmanship of the jade pieces.

There are two black and white photographs on the left side of the clipping: one showing a pair of jade pendants from the late Eastern Chou period (480-222 B.C.), and another of a figure of a kneeling man from the Shuang period (c. 1550-1050 B.C.). The text explains the historical and cultural importance of the pieces and mentions a related catalog and lectures at the exhibit.

The image is of a newspaper clipping about an exhibition of jades at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The clipping is titled "Stones of Heaven, Sparkle in the Fog" and includes a photograph of two jade figurines from the Eastern Chou period. The article discusses the origins and significance of jade in Chinese culture, as well as the details of the exhibition.

The image shows a newspaper clipping mounted on a cardboard sheet. The cardboard sheet is brown, and the newspaper clipping is white. The newspaper clipping is a feature article about the Jade Exhibit at the Fogg Art Museum. The article is titled "'Stones of Heaven' Sparkle in the Fogg" and is written by Dorothy H. Kelso. There are two photographs of artifacts in the article, one of a pair of pendants and one of a kneeling man.