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ARCH.2003.39, Rendition: 806655
This image displays the front cover of a publication titled HARVARD TODAY, specifically the President’s Report Issue.
The cover has a vintage, aged appearance, printed on off-white or cream-colored paper. It features bold typography with "HARVARD" in red serif font and "TODAY" in black serif font stacked beneath it. Below that, in smaller black text, is the issue designation: “President’s Report Issue”.
The central visual element is a framed, oval portrait engraving of Benjamin Franklin, depicted wearing his iconic fur cap and spectacles, looking toward the viewer’s left. Below the portrait, a plaque-like banner bears the inscription:
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN.
Né à Boston, dans la nouvelle Angleterre, le 17. Janvier 1706
(Translation: Born in Boston, in New England, on January 17, 1706)
Beneath the portrait, additional text provides context:
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN, A.M. (Hon.) 1753. Statesman, inventor, educator, and the subject of a special Bicentennial exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, April 17–September 22. See page 5.
This indicates the issue was published around 1956 (the bicentennial of his 1756 honorary degree) to coincide with the exhibition celebrating his life and legacy.
The entire cover page is mounted on a larger sheet of tan-colored paper, possibly for archival purposes, with two visible hole punches on the left margin suggesting it was stored in a binder.
In summary, this is a special edition of Harvard Today, honoring Benjamin Franklin’s bicentennial, tied to a museum exhibition, and highlighting his historical connection to Harvard University.
The image appears to be a cover of a publication titled "Harvard Today," specifically the "President's Report Issue." The design is simple with a beige background and a white central panel. Prominently featured on the cover is an engraved portrait of Benjamin Franklin encased in an oval frame. Below the portrait, a text box identifies him with a note about his birth in Boston, New England, on January 17, 1706.
The bottom of the cover contains additional text providing information about Benjamin Franklin, including his honorary degree (A.M.) from Harvard, his dates of birth and death (1753 and 1790), and details about a special bicentennial exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum from April 17 to September 22. It also mentions that this information can be found on page 5 of the publication.
The overall design suggests a historical or commemorative theme, possibly related to Harvard's bicentennial celebrations.
This image is a cover page of a publication titled "HARVARD TODAY," specifically noted as the "President's Report Issue." The title "HARVARD" is in red capital letters, while "TODAY" is in black capital letters below it.
The central feature of the cover is a black-and-white portrait set within an oval frame. The portrait depicts Benjamin Franklin, recognizable by his glasses and fur hat. Below the portrait, there is a caption that reads "BENJAMIN FRANKLIN," followed by some text in French: "Né à Boston, dans la nouvelle Angleterre le 17 Janvier 1706," which translates to "Born in Boston, New England, on January 17, 1706."
At the bottom of the page, there is additional text that provides information about Benjamin Franklin: "BENJAMIN FRANKLIN, A.M. (Hon.) 1755: Statesman, inventor, educator, and the subject of a special Bicentennial exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, April 17-September 22. See page 5."
The page is inserted into a brown folder or envelope, which has two holes punched on the left side, suggesting it might be part of a binder or notebook. The overall appearance suggests a vintage or historical document.
The image is of a magazine cover of Harvard Today. The cover is in black and white, with the title in red. The cover is attached to a brown paper. There is a portrait of Benjamin Franklin on the cover, with his name written below him. The cover is slightly torn on the left side. The cover is probably from the President's Report Issue.
The image is of the front cover of the Harvard Today magazine. It is a special issue featuring Benjamin Franklin. The magazine cover is beige and has a picture of Benjamin Franklin in a circle with the words "Benjamin Franklin" written below it. There is also a small caption at the bottom of the cover with information about Benjamin Franklin.
The image depicts the cover of a publication titled "HARVARD TODAY," specifically labeled as the "President's Report Issue." The cover design is simple and formal, featuring a central portrait of Benjamin Franklin within an oval frame. The portrait is rendered in a classic, sepia-toned style, giving it a historical and dignified appearance.
Below the portrait, there is a caption that reads:
"BENJAMIN FRANKLIN. Né à Boston, dans la nouvelle Angleterre le 17 janvier 1706."
This French text translates to:
"Born in Boston, in the new England on January 17, 1706."
Beneath this, additional descriptive text states:
"BENJAMIN FRANKLIN, A.M. (Hon.), 1706. Statesman, inventor, educator, and the subject of a special Bicentennial exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum. April 17–September 22. See page 3."
The overall design suggests that this issue of Harvard Today is focused on Benjamin Franklin as part of a bicentennial celebration, highlighting his contributions as a statesman, inventor, and educator. The cover is mounted on a light brown cardboard backing, giving it a formal and archival appearance. The layout and typography convey a sense of academic and historical significance.
This image features an old-style magazine or newsletter page mounted on a brown backing sheet. The publication title "HARVARD TODAY" is displayed prominently at the top in bold red and black text, with a secondary subtitle, "President's Report Issue," beneath it.
The central section contains an engraved portrait framed in a circular border, labeled “Benjamin Franklin.” Below the illustration, there is text indicating Franklin's birth and context, written in French. Additional smaller text at the bottom mentions his achievements as a statesman, inventor, educator, and more. It also advertises a special bicentennial exhibition about Franklin at the Fogg Art Museum, with dates listed as April 17 - September 22.
The page shows a vintage layout with a hole punched on the left side, possibly for storage in a binder.
This image shows a page titled "HARVARD TODAY" with "President's Report Issue" written underneath the title. Below the heading, there is an illustration or portrait of Benjamin Franklin, framed in a circle. Underneath the portrait, there is a plaque with his name "BENJAMIN FRANKLIN" and some text in French indicating his place and date of birth. Further below, there's a brief description that states:
"BENJAMIN FRANKLIN, A.M. (Hon.) 1753: Statesman, inventor, educator, and the subject of a special Bicentennial exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, April 17-September 22. See page 5."
The page is mounted or affixed to a larger piece of brown cardboard or paper with three punched holes along the left side, suggesting it might be part of a binder or scrapbook.
The image shows a Harvard University publication titled "HARVARD TODAY," specifically identified as the President's Report Issue. Below the title, there's text referring to "BENJAMIN FRANKLIN" and a brief description noting Franklin's year of birth (1706) and affirming him as a statesman, inventor, and one of the subjects of a special Bicentennial exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum. The publication date mentioned is April 1/September 20, "price per." The photo is affixed to a brown folder or bulletin board, with the upper-left corner featuring a hole punch, possibly intended for filing or hanging.