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The image appears to be a scanned page from the Harvard Gazette, dated June 11, 1976, and June 25, 1976. It consists of two main sections:

1. Top Section (June 11, 1976):

   • It features an illustration or photograph of two men in period attire, seemingly engaged in a fencing duel. The men are wearing hats and garments typical of a historical era, possibly the 18th century. The background shows an ornate interior, possibly a room in a mansion or a museum, with intricate wood paneling and decorative details.
   • The text beneath the illustration provides information about an exhibition titled "Harvard Divided," which is part of the Fogg's third and final Bicentennial exhibition. The show, which runs from June 11 to October 10, 1976, examines the political and social upheaval associated with the American Revolution in Boston, Cambridge, and the College. It mentions the involvement of Linda Ayres, Assistant to the Director of the Fogg, and details about the exhibition's content, including its origins from Harvard collections, Boston's Museum of Fine Arts, the Massachusetts Historical Society, and other collections. The exhibition is supported by the National Endowment for the Arts. The illustration itself is titled "Thomas Hollis Fencing with Mr. Martin by John Green (oil on canvas; lent by Houghton Library)."

2. Bottom Section (June 25, 1976):

   • This section contains a news article titled "Boggs To Join Fine Arts Dept." It introduces Jean Sutherland Boggs, who will join the faculty of the Fine Arts Department at Harvard as a Professor. The article provides details about Boggs' background, including her academic qualifications, publications, and previous positions. It highlights her work at the National Gallery of Canada, where she has been the Director for ten years. The article also includes a quote from Professor John M. Rosenfield (Fine Arts) praising Boggs' work and contributions to contemporary European and American art.

The pages are bound together on the left edge, indicating they have been cut from a larger document or magazine and pasted onto a board or another paper. The overall context suggests a historical and academic focus, likely related to Harvard University and its arts and historical collections.

The image consists of two newspaper clippings from the "Harvard Gazette" dated June 11, 1976, and June 25, 1976, pasted on a beige-colored piece of paper.

The top clipping features a black-and-white illustration of three men in what appears to be a fencing scene. The caption beneath the illustration reads: "Harvard Divided," the Fogg's third and final Bicentennial exhibition, continues through October 10 at the Museum. In more than 100 items ranging from portraits to documents, the show examines the political and social upheaval attendant upon the American Revolution in Boston, Cambridge, and the College. Linda Ayres, Assistant to the Director of the Fogg, has organized the exhibit, drawing on Harvard collections, Boston's Museum of Fine Arts, the Massachusetts Historical Society, and other public and private New England collections. The exhibition and its catalogue have been supported by the National Endowment for the Arts. Above, Thomas Hollis Fencing with Mr. Martin by John Green (oil on canvas; lent by Houghton Library).

The bottom clipping is titled "Boggs To Join Fine Arts Dept." It announces that Jean Sutherland Boggs, the Director of the National Gallery of Canada and an authority on 19th-century French art, will become a Professor of Fine Arts at Harvard. The article provides details about her academic background, publications, and contributions to the field of art history. It mentions her B.A. degree from the University of Toronto in 1942, and her M.A. and Ph.D. degrees from Radcliffe College in 1946 and 1953. It also lists her publications and her roles at various institutions, including the Steinberg Professor of the History of Art at Washington University in St. Louis, and her service as Curator for the Art Gallery of Toronto from 1962 to 1964. The article concludes with information about her honors and fellowships.

The image shows two pieces of paper that are attached to a larger piece of paper. The paper on the left is a newspaper clipping from the Harvard Gazette dated June 11, 1976, and it contains an article about an exhibition called "Harvard Divided: The Fog's Third and Final Bicentennial Exhibition." The article mentions the exhibition's curator, Linda Ayres, and the involvement of other institutions, including the Massachusetts Historical Society and the National Portrait Gallery. The paper on the right is another newspaper clipping from the Harvard Gazette dated June 25, 1976, and it contains an article about Jean Sutherland Boggs, who was set to join the Fine Arts Department at Harvard University. The article highlights her academic background, her contributions to the field of art history, and her role as the Director of the National Gallery of Canada. The two clippings are attached to a larger piece of paper, possibly for archival or reference purposes.

The image is a collage of two newspaper articles from the Harvard Gazette. The top article is dated June 11, 1976, and features a black-and-white drawing of three men in historical attire, possibly related to the "Harvard Divided" exhibition at the Harvard Art Museums. The article discusses the exhibition's focus on the American Revolution and its support from various organizations. The bottom article is dated June 25, 1976, and announces that Jean Sutherland Boggs, a renowned art historian, will join the Fine Arts Department as a professor. The collage is mounted on a brown paper background.

The image shows a document or scrapbook page containing two newspaper clippings from the Harvard Gazette, dated June 11, 1976, and June 25, 1976. The page is mounted on a light brown card or folder, and the text and images are clearly visible.

Top Section (June 11, 1976):

• Title: "Harvard Divided"
• Content: This article discusses an exhibition titled "Harvard Divided," which is the third and final Bicentennial exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum. The exhibition, running through October 10, 1976, features over 100 items, including portraits, documents, and artifacts that explore the political and social upheaval surrounding the American Revolution.
• Exhibition Details:
  • The exhibition is organized by Linda Ayres, Assistant to the Director of the Fogg.
  • It examines the political and social upheaval during the American Revolution, drawing on collections from Boston’s Museum of Fine Arts, the Massachusetts Historical Society, and other public and private New England collections.
  • The exhibition and its catalogues were supported by the National Endowment for the Arts.
• Illustration: Below the text, there is an illustration depicting three men in period clothing, seemingly engaged in a fencing or duel-like pose. The caption below the illustration reads: "Thomas Hollis Fencing with Mr. Martin by John Green (oil on canvas; lent by Houghton Library)."

Bottom Section (June 25, 1976):

• Title: "Boggs To Join Fine Arts Dept."
• Content: This article announces the appointment of Jean Sutherland Boggs as the Director of the National Gallery of Canada. Key points include:
  • Background: Jean Sutherland Boggs is described as an author and art historian specializing in 19th-century French art. She is the author of four books and will become a Professor of Fine Arts at Harvard in the fall.
  • Experience: Boggs has served for ten years as Assistant Professor at John M. Mosherfield Fine Arts at Radcliffe College. She has supervised graduate students, conducted lecture courses, and seminars, and coordinated the teaching of junior faculty.
  • Academic Achievements:
    • Boggs earned her B.A. from the University of Toronto in 1946 and her M.A. and Ph.D. from Radcliffe College in 1946 and 1953, respectively.
    • She was an Assistant Professor of Art at Washington University in St. Louis from 1946 to 1948 and at the University of California at Riverside from 1952 to 1964.
    • Between 1948 and 1962, she served as Assistant Professor of Art at Skidmore College, Mount Holyoke College, and Williams College.
  • Professional Recognition:
    • Boggs is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada and has served as a Visiting Lecturer at Williams College in 1975.
    • She has published extensively, including books such as "Picasso: Painting, Sculpture, and Drawing" and "Picasso: The Blue Period."
    • She is also the author of two exhibition catalogues on Degas and Picasso, published by the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation in 1965 and 1966, respectively.
    • Boggs is a named corporation in the Order of Canada.

Overall Layout:

• The page is neatly organized, with the two clippings presented side by side. The top clipping focuses on an art exhibition, while the bottom clipping announces an academic appointment. Both articles are typed and appear to be part of a scrapbook or archival collection, likely documenting significant events or announcements related to Harvard and the arts during the mid-1970s. The inclusion of the illustration in the top clipping adds a visual element that complements the textual content.

The image presents a scanned document featuring two newspaper clippings, one above the other, on a brown paper background. The top clipping is dated June 11, 1976, and showcases an illustration of three men in 18th-century attire, with the title "Harvard Gazette" at the top. The article discusses an exhibition at the Fogg Museum, highlighting its focus on political and social upheaval during the American Revolution in Boston, Cambridge, and the College.

Below this clipping is another, dated June 25, 1976, titled "Boggs To Join Fine Arts Dept." This article announces Jean Sutherland Boggs' appointment as Director of the National Gallery of Canada and her upcoming role as Professor of Fine Arts at Harvard University. The article provides a brief biography of Boggs, including her educational background and professional experience.

Overall, the image appears to be a collection of news articles related to art and education, specifically highlighting the appointment of Jean Sutherland Boggs to a prominent position in the field of fine arts.

The image presents a scanned page from the Harvard Gazette, dated June 11, 1976, featuring an article about an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum. The article is accompanied by a black-and-white illustration of three men in colonial attire.

• Illustration
  • The illustration depicts three men in colonial attire, with one man holding a cane and another holding a hat.
  • The men are dressed in long coats, breeches, and tricorn hats, with one man wearing a waistcoat.
  • The background of the illustration appears to be a room with a large window and a doorway.
• Article
  • The article is titled "Boggs To Join Fine Arts Dept." and discusses the appointment of Jean Sutherland Boggs as the new director of the National Gallery of Canada.
  • The article mentions that Boggs will oversee the political and social upheaval attendant upon the American Revolution in Boston, Cambridge, and the College, Linda Ayres, Assistant to the Director of the Fogg, has organized the exhibit, drawing on Harvard collections.
  • The article also mentions that the exhibition and its catalogue have been supported by the National Endowment for the Arts, Above, Thomas Hollis Fencing with Mr. Martin by John Green (oil on canvas lent by Houghton Library).
• Additional Text
  • The article includes additional text that provides more information about the exhibition and the artist.
  • The text mentions that the exhibition will feature over 100 items ranging from portraits to documents, the show examines the political and social upheaval attendant upon the American Revolution in Boston, Cambridge, and the College.
  • The text also mentions that Linda Ayres, Assistant to the Director of the Fogg, has organized the exhibit, drawing on Harvard collections.
  • The text concludes by mentioning that the exhibition and its catalogue have been supported by the National Endowment for the Arts, Above, Thomas Hollis Fencing with Mr. Martin by John Green (oil on canvas lent by Houghton Library).

In summary, the image presents a scanned page from the Harvard Gazette, featuring an article about an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum and an accompanying illustration of three men in colonial attire. The article discusses the appointment of Jean Sutherland Boggs as the new director of the National Gallery of Canada and mentions the exhibition and its catalogue have been supported by the National Endowment for the Arts.

The image is a digital representation of a folder containing two newspaper clippings from the Harvard Gazette, dated June 11, 1976, and June 25, 1976. The folder is beige with three holes punched on the right side.

Clipping 1: June 11, 1976

• Title: "Harvard Gazette"
• Date: June 11, 1976
• Image: A black-and-white illustration of three men in 18th-century attire, engaged in a fencing match.
• Caption: "Thomas Hollis Fencing with Me. Shore by John Green (oil on canvas) lent by Houghton Library."
• Text: A brief description of an exhibition titled "Harvard Divided," which explores the political and social upheaval attendant upon the American Revolution in Boston, Cambridge, and the College, 1764-1783.

Clipping 2: June 25, 1976

• Title: "Harvard Gazette"
• Date: June 25, 1976
• Headline: "Boggs To Join Fine Arts Dept."
• Text: An article announcing that Jean Sutherland Boggs, Director of the National Gallery of Canada, will become Professor of Fine Arts at Harvard University in the fall. The article highlights her academic background, research interests, and publications.

The background of the image is a plain gray color, providing a neutral backdrop for the folder and its contents.

The image presents a scanned or photographed page from a binder, featuring two newspaper clippings from the Harvard Gazette. The top clipping, dated June 11, 1976, showcases a black-and-white illustration of three men engaged in a fencing match, accompanied by a caption that reads: "Thomas Holton Fencing with M. Sherin by John Green (oil on canvas; lent by Houghton Library)." The bottom clipping, dated June 25, 1976, announces the appointment of Jean Sutherland Boggs as a professor in the Fine Arts Department at Harvard University.

Key Features:

• Top Clipping:
  • Date: June 11, 1976
  • Illustration: Black-and-white drawing of three men fencing
  • Caption: "Thomas Holton Fencing with M. Sherin by John Green (oil on canvas; lent by Houghton Library)"
• Bottom Clipping:
  • Date: June 25, 1976
  • Content: Announcement of Jean Sutherland Boggs' appointment as a professor in the Fine Arts Department at Harvard University
• Binder Page:
  • Color: Brown
  • Holes: Two holes punched on the right side

Summary:

The image displays two newspaper clippings from the Harvard Gazette, one featuring an illustration of a fencing match and the other announcing the appointment of a new professor in the Fine Arts Department. The clippings are attached to a brown binder page with two holes punched on the right side.

The image appears to be a clipping from the Harvard Gazette dated June 11, 1976, and June 25, 1976. It consists of two main sections:

1. Top Section (June 11, 1976):

   • Image: The image shows an illustration of three men in historical attire, possibly from the 18th century, engaged in what seems to be a lively conversation or debate.
   • Text: The accompanying text discusses an exhibition titled "Harvard Divided," the third and final Bicentennial exhibition at the Fogg Museum. The exhibition features over 100 items, including portraits, prints, and drawings, that explore political and social upheaval during the American Revolution in Boston, Cambridge, and other New England towns. The exhibition is a collaboration between the Fogg Art Museum, the Massachusetts Historical Society, and other institutions. The exhibition and catalog have been supported by the National Endowment for the Arts, the New York Times, and the Houghton Library.

2. Bottom Section (June 25, 1976):

   • Headline: "Boggs To Join Fine Arts Dept."
   • Text: The article announces that Jean Sutherland Boggs, Director of the National Gallery of Canada, will become Professor of Fine Arts at Harvard in the fall. She will succeed Professor John M. Rosenfield. Boggs has held various academic and curatorial positions, including at the University of California, Radcliffe College, and the National Gallery. She has also authored several publications and received numerous honorary degrees. Her husband, Dr. Boggs, has supervised a graduate program in art history and criticism at the National Gallery and will also join Harvard to coordinate lecture courses and supervise graduate students.

3. Additional Clipping:

   • Text: This smaller section lists some of Miss Boggs' publications, including books on Picasso, Degas, and other artists, as well as her roles as a visiting scholar and fellow at various institutions.

The clippings are mounted on a brown cardboard backing with two holes punched on the right side, suggesting they were part of a larger collection or archive.