Archives Scrapbooks

The image shows a photograph of an ornate Disk (Bi), a type of ancient Chinese jade artifact. The disk is depicted in grayscale and appears to be carved with intricate patterns, possibly including dragons or other mythical creatures. The disk is circular with a central hole, which is characteristic of Bi disks. It is mounted on a piece of paper with a beige border, and there is text below the photograph providing information about the artifact. The text indicates that the disk is made of gray-green translucent jade with brown markings and dates back to the Western Han period (206 B.C.-8 A.D.). It is one of 630 objects on display at the Fogg Museum through March 18 in the exhibition "Ancient Chinese Jades from the Grenville L. Winthrop Collection." The Fogg Museum received the jades in 1943, and the photograph was taken by M. Nedzveski. The paper has notes and markings, including the text "Gazette" and "JAN 31, 1975," which seem to indicate that this paper was part of a gazette or a collection of documents related to the exhibition.

The image shows a photograph of an ornate jade bi disk mounted on a beige piece of paper with two holes punched on the right side, likely intended for filing in a binder. The bi disk is circular with a central hole and is made of gray-green translucent jade with brown markings. It features intricate carvings and patterns, possibly depicting dragons and other decorative motifs, characteristic of Chinese art. The photograph is credited to M. Nedzveski and is part of the "Ancient Chinese Jades from the Grenville L. Winthrop Collection" exhibit at the Fogg Art Museum, dated January 31, 1975. The caption indicates that this particular bi disk is from the Western Han dynasty, dating between 206 B.C. and 8 A.D.

This image shows a mounted black-and-white photograph of an ancient Chinese jade disk, displayed on a light tan, aged paper sheet that appears to be a file or archival page, with two punched holes on the right edge suggesting it was kept in a binder.

The photograph itself features a circular, flat jade object with a large central hole — a type known as a bi. The jade is described in the caption as gray-green and translucent, with brown markings, and is carved with intricate, swirling patterns, possibly depicting dragons or other mythological creatures, typical of Western Han dynasty artistry.

Below the photograph, a printed caption provides details:

This ornate disk of gray-green translucent jade with brown markings (Western Han [?], 206 B.C.-8 A.D.) is one of the 630 objects on display at the Fogg through March 18 in “Ancient Chinese Jades from the Grenville L. Winthrop Collection.” The Fogg received the jades in 1943. (Photo: M. Neikowski)

Additionally, there is handwritten red ink text beneath the caption, likely an internal museum or archive notation:

6478.176 Jan 31, 1979

The overall presentation suggests this is a documentation or archival record of the artifact, likely from a museum’s collection, specifically the Fogg Museum (now part of the Harvard Art Museums), referencing a 1979 exhibition or record date and referencing the prestigious Winthrop Collection.

The image depicts a piece of paper with a photograph attached to it. The photograph is of a circular jade disk with intricate designs carved into it. The paper is brown and has a hole punch on the right side. The photograph is attached to the paper with a black border around it. The photograph has a caption that reads, "This ornate disk of gray-green translucent jade with brown markings (Western Han [11], 206 B.C.-A.D. 9) is one of the 630 objects on display at the Fogg through March 18 in 'Ancient Chinese Jades from the Grenville L. Winthrop Collection.' The Fogg received the jades in 1941. (Photo: M. Nedrawski)."

The image shows a black-and-white photograph of a circular jade object with intricate designs. The jade object is placed on a gray background. The photograph is titled "Ancient Chinese Jades from the Greenville, L. Winthrop Collection." The image is part of a larger collection of photographs of ancient Chinese jades that were displayed at the Fogg Museum from March 18 to March 31, 1975. The photograph includes a caption that provides information about the jade object and its history.

The image depicts a mounted photograph of an ancient artifact, specifically an orate disk, presented on a light brown archival card. The artifact appears to be a circular, metallic object with a central circular hole, showcasing intricate, detailed engravings or patterns on its surface. The engravings seem to include stylized designs, possibly floral or geometric motifs, indicative of ancient craftsmanship.

Key Details:

1. Artifact Description:

   • Shape: Circular with a central hole.
   • Material: Appears metallic, likely bronze or a similar ancient material.
   • Design: Intricate engravings with brown markings, suggesting age and patina.
   • Inscription: The text at the bottom of the image identifies the artifact as an "orate disk of gray-green tumbonite jade with brown markings" from Western Han, dating to approximately 206 B.C. to A.D. 9. It is part of the "Ancient Chinese Jades from the Grenville L. Winthrop Collection."

2. Mounting and Presentation:

   • The artifact is mounted centrally on a light brown archival card, likely for preservation and display.
   • The card has a clean, simple design with a white border framing the photograph, ensuring the artifact is the focal point.

3. Additional Information:

   • The text at the bottom provides historical context, noting that the disk is one of 610 objects on display at The Fogg Art Museum from January through March 18.
   • It mentions that The Fogg received the jades in 1943 as part of the Grenville L. Winthrop Collection.
   • A photograph credit is given to M. Nolewski.

4. Annotations:

   • Handwritten annotations are visible on the card, including a signature ("BATTER") and a date ("JAN 31, 1975"), likely indicating cataloging or examination details.

Overall Impression:

The image conveys a sense of historical and archaeological significance, highlighting the artifact's intricate design and the careful preservation efforts through its mounting and documentation. The combination of the artifact's detailed engravings and the archival presentation underscores its importance as a piece of ancient Chinese jade craftsmanship.

The image displays an ornately carved disk of gray-green translucent jade with brown markings, dating from the Western Han period (206 B.C.-9 A.D.) in ancient China, on a black square background surrounded by a beige border on old paper with an outer orange-yellow frame. The four corners of the black square show signs of wear or damage. A caption below the image provides historical and collection details, and there is a circular hole likely for mounting or display purposes in the paper at the top right. The paper also features some handwritten numbers and text, perhaps inventory or cataloging details.

This image features a mounted photograph of a jade disc, also known as a "bi" disc, of historical significance. The disc is gray-green and translucent, with brown markings and intricate carved patterns, likely decorative or symbolic motifs. The description below the photo indicates that the artifact dates back to the Western Han Dynasty (206 BCE–8 CE) and was part of the Fogg collection, having been received in 1943. The image appears on a piece of paper with a hole-punched on its right side, suggesting it might have come from an archived document or catalog.

• A single artifact printed on a tan archival sheet.
• The artifact is a circular jade disk (a “donut” shape) with a central hole.
• The jade appears gray-green with brownish markings and is ornately carved with scrolling, dragon-like motifs around the outer ring.
• The disk is shown against a dark background in a small black-and-white photograph, with a caption line beneath describing it.
• The sheet has binder holes along the right edge, giving it the look of a page from a catalog or exhibit catalog.

The image shows a black and white photograph of an ornate disk of gray-green translucent jade with brown markings. The disk has a large circular hole in the center and is decorated with intricate patterns, possibly of serpentine or dragon-like creatures. The photograph is mounted on a brown sheet of paper. Below the photograph, there is a caption that provides information about the object, stating that it is a disk of jade from the Western Han period, dated to 206 B.C. to 8 A.D. It mentions that the disk is one of 630 objects on display at the Fogg Museum through March 18 in an exhibition called "Ancient Chinese Jades from the Grenville L. Winthrop Collection." The caption also notes that the jade was received by the museum in 1943 and credits the photographer, M. Nedzweski. Additionally, there is a handwritten note under the caption indicating the source "GAZETTE" and the date "JAN 31, 1975."