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This image displays a collection of newspaper clippings from 1976, mounted on a light brown, three-hole-punched backing sheet. The clippings are from the New York Times, Cambridge Chronicle, and Boston Globe, and all relate to the Harvard Art Museums and a special Bicentennial exhibition.

Here is a detailed breakdown of the visible content:

1. Top Left: New York Times, July 9, 1976

• Headline: “$385,000 in Art Stolen From Harvard Chief”
• Content: Reports on a theft of six valuable paintings valued at $385,000 from the home of Harvard President Derek C. Bok. The paintings, lent by the Fogg Art Museum, included works by Eugene Boudin, John Twachtman, and Sanford Robinson Gifford. The police speculated the theft occurred at “Elmwood,” the president’s residence.

2. Top Right: Cambridge Chronicle, July 8, 1976

• Headline: “Bicentennial portraits featured at the Fogg”
• Byline: Ann Phillips
• Content: A review of the “Harvard Divided” exhibition at the Fogg Museum, which showcases portraits of prominent loyalists and patriots from the American Revolution. The article highlights portraits of Mercy Otis Warren, Peter Oliver (depicted as a “saddened and grieving” loyalist judge), and John Singleton Copley (portrayed as painting both sides). It notes that the portraits are grouped to emphasize historical divisions.
• Image: Below the text is a black-and-white illustration captioned “COLLEGE BUILDINGS, by John Abbot, part of the ‘Harvard Divided’ exhibit at the Fogg Art Museum.” The drawing depicts a row of historic Harvard College buildings with trees and figures in period dress in the foreground.

3. Bottom Left: Boston Globe, July 4, 1976

• Headline: “The past is still precious”
• Subheading: REVIEW/ART
• Byline: Robert Taylor, Globe Staff
• Content: A review of the “Harvard Divided” exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum. The author discusses how the historical and visual power of the exhibition helps visitors understand the intense political divisions of the Revolutionary War, especially concerning Harvard’s role. It mentions that the show draws from private collections and includes work by Peter Oliver, Copley, and others. The exhibition was assembled by Linda Ayres and runs through October 10.

Overall Context:

The clippings document two major stories from July 1976 centered around the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard:

• A high-profile art theft from the president's home.
• The opening of the “Harvard Divided” exhibit, which used portraits to explore the social and political divisions of the American Revolution during the nation’s Bicentennial.

The articles suggest that the museum was in the news for both its valuable collections and its timely, thought-provoking exhibitions. The presence of the John Abbot illustration ties directly to the “Harvard Divided” exhibit mentioned in the reviews.

The newspaper clippings are pasted onto a sturdy cardboard backing with three holes punched on the right edge, suggesting this was a page from a scrapbook or archival file.

The image appears to be a collection of news clippings and articles, likely gathered and preserved on a piece of paper or a board. Here's a breakdown of the content:

1. Top Left Corner:

   • A news article from the "New York Times" dated July 9, 1976.
   • Title: "$385,000 in Art Stolen From Harvard Chief."
   • The article discusses the theft of six paintings, valued at $385,000, from the home of Harvard President Derek C. Bok. The paintings were loaned to Dr. Bok by the Fogg Art Museum. The article provides details about the paintings and the location where the theft occurred.

2. Top Right Corner:

   • A news article from the "Cambridge Chronicle" dated July 8, 1976.
   • Title: "Bicentennial portraits featured at the Fogg."
   • This article discusses an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum titled "Harvard Divided," which featured portraits of prominent loyalists and patriots from the 18th century. The article mentions specific artworks and artists, such as the painting "College Buildings" by John Abbot, which is referenced as part of the exhibition.

3. Bottom Left Corner:

   • A review article from the "Boston Globe" dated July 4, 1976.
   • Title: "The past is still precious."
   • This article discusses the significance of historical exhibitions during the Bicentennial period, focusing on the Fogg Art Museum's exhibition "Harvard Divided." The review highlights the exhibition's focus on the American Revolution and the divisions it caused within the Harvard community.

The overall theme of the collection seems to be related to the Bicentennial celebrations, focusing on art, history, and the impact of the American Revolution on figures associated with Harvard University.

This image shows a collage of newspaper clippings mounted on a brown paper backing. The clippings are from various newspapers and discuss art-related events from the year 1976, particularly focusing on an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

1. Top Left Clipping:

   • Source: New York Times, July 9, 1976.
   • Headline: "$385,000 in Art Stolen From Harvard Chief."
   • Content: This article reports the theft of six paintings valued at $385,000 from the home of Harvard President Derek C. Bok. The paintings were lent to Dr. Bok by the Fogg Art Museum and included works by Eugene Boudin, John Twachtman, and Sanford Robinson.

2. Bottom Left Clipping:

   • Source: Boston Globe, July 4, 1976.
   • Headline: "The past is still precious."
   • Content: This article, written by Robert Taylor, discusses the Fogg Art Museum's exhibition "Harvard Divided," which explores the history and divisions during the American Revolution. It highlights the use of visual and verbal portraits to convey the reality of the time.

3. Right Clipping:

   • Source: Cambridge Chronicle, July 8, 1976.
   • Headline: "Bicentennial portraits featured at the Fogg."
   • Content: This article, written by Ann Philips, describes the "Harvard Divided" exhibition at the Fogg Museum. It mentions the portraits of prominent loyalists and patriots from the era of the American Revolution, including works by John Singleton Copley and others. The article includes a black-and-white illustration of college buildings by John Abbot, which is part of the exhibition.

The collage is neatly arranged, with each clipping clearly visible and its source and date noted. The content of the clippings provides a historical context for the events and exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum in 1976.

The image shows a newspaper clipping that has been glued to a piece of cardboard. The newspaper clipping is a collection of four different articles. The first article is titled "The past is still precious," and it talks about the importance of preserving history and the past. The second article is titled "Bicentennial portraits featured at the Fogg," and it talks about an exhibition of portraits at the Fogg Art Museum. The third article is titled "$385,000 in Art Stolen From Harvard Chief," and it talks about a theft of art from the home of Harvard's president. The fourth article is titled "College Buildings," and it talks about the architecture of college buildings.

The image is a collage of newspaper clippings and an exhibition flyer, all related to an exhibition titled "Harvard Divided" at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The exhibition was held in October 1976 and featured bicentennial portraits and artifacts from Harvard University's history.

The top left clipping is from the New York Times, dated July 9, 1976, and reports on the theft of six paintings from the Harvard University President's home, valued at $385,000. The stolen paintings were lent to the Fogg Art Museum by the university's art curator.

The top right clipping is from the Cambridge Chronicle, dated July 8, 1976, and features an article about the bicentennial portraits on display at the Fogg Art Museum. The article describes the portraits as "abandoned characters and a set of people who are a disgrace to Christianity," as Oliver Cromwell, one of the depicted figures, accounted them in his book on the revolution.

The bottom left clipping is a review of the "Harvard Divided" exhibition by Robert Taylor, published in the Boston Globe on July 4, 1976. The review highlights the exhibition's focus on the American Revolution and its portrayal of the conflict between the American colonies and the British government. The review also mentions the exhibition's inclusion of artifacts and documents from Harvard's history, such as Copleys, Blackmores, and Stuarts.

The bottom right clipping is an exhibition flyer for "Harvard Divided," featuring an image of a college building by John Abbot, part of the exhibit. The flyer provides details about the exhibition's opening hours and location at the Fogg Art Museum.

Overall, the image presents a snapshot of the "Harvard Divided" exhibition, showcasing its focus on Harvard's history and the American Revolution, as well as the theft of valuable paintings from the university's president's home.

The image is a collage of newspaper clippings from three different publications, dated July 1976. The clippings are arranged in a vertical layout, each with its own headline and accompanying text and images. Here is a detailed description of each section:

Top Section:

• Headline: "$385,000 in Art Stolen From Harvard Chief"
• Publication: New York Times, dated July 9, 1976.
• Content: This article reports on a theft of valuable paintings from the home of Harvard President Derek Bok. The stolen artworks include pieces by renowned artists such as John Singer Sargent and John Singer Sargent's "Storm King on the Hudson." The theft is described as occurring at the president's residence, and the estimated value of the stolen art is $385,000.

Middle Section:

• Headline: "Bicentennial portraits featured at the Fogg"
• Publication: Cambridge Chronicle, dated July 8, 1976.
• Content: This article discusses an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum featuring portraits of historical American figures in honor of the Bicentennial. The exhibition includes portraits of prominent individuals such as Otis Maynard, Franklin, Sam Adams, Warren Ladies, Peter Hayden, and others. The article highlights the historical significance of these portraits and their role in representing American history and ideals.

Bottom Section:

• Headline: "The past is still precious"
• Publication: Boston Globe, dated July 4, 1976.
• Content: This review, written by Robert Taylor, discusses the Harvard Division of the Fogg Art Museum's exhibition titled "Harvard Divided." The review emphasizes the historical and cultural value of the exhibition, which features artifacts and documents related to Harvard's role in American history, including the Revolutionary War, the Civil War, and the Civil War era. The article praises the exhibition for its ability to bring history to life and highlights the diverse collection of items, such as letters, portraits, and political memorabilia.

Visual Elements:

• Image in the Middle Section: There is a black-and-white photograph of a building labeled "COLLEGE BUILDINGS," attributed to John Abbott. This image is part of the "Harvard Divided" exhibit at the Fogg Art Museum, as noted in the caption below the photograph.

Overall Layout:

The clippings are presented in a clean, organized manner, with each section clearly separated. The text is legible, and the layout suggests a thematic focus on historical and cultural events, particularly those related to Harvard University and American history in the context of the Bicentennial celebrations. The inclusion of the photograph adds a visual element that complements the textual content.

This collage effectively captures a snapshot of news and cultural commentary from July 1976, highlighting significant events and exhibitions related to art, history, and academia.

The image displays a collection of newspaper clippings pinned onto a brown corkboard. The clippings are from different newspapers and date back to 1976, discussing various topics mostly related to art and historical exhibitions. The largest clipping at the top left corner is from "New York Times, July 9, 1976," with the headline "$385,000 in Art Stolen From Harvard Chief." Below this article is another review from "Globe Staff" titled "The past is still precious," which appears to be an art review.

On the right side, there is a larger article from "Cambridge Chronicle July 8, 1976," with the title "Bicentennial portraits featured at the Fogg." It refers to an exhibition presumably at the Fogg Art Museum that coincided with the United States Bicentennial.

At the bottom of this column, there is a small black and white illustration or photograph with the caption: "COLLEGE BUILDINGS, By John Abbot, part of the "Harv**rd Divided" exhibit at the Fogg Art Museum." The image in the caption shows a group of classical buildings, likely part of a university campus.

This image shows a scrapbook-style page containing clippings from three newspaper articles, arranged on a brown background. The clippings appear to focus on art and historical events.

1. Top Left: An article from the New York Times (dated July 9, 1976) with the headline "$385,000 in Art Stolen From Harvard Chief." It mentions the theft of valuable paintings worth $385,000 from the home of the Harvard Freshman Dean, Derek C. Bok.

2. Top Right: An article from the Cambridge Chronicle (dated July 8, 1976) titled "Bicentennial portraits featured at the Fogg." It discusses the exhibition at the Fogg Museum, highlighting historical portraits in celebration of the Bicentennial.

3. Bottom Left: An article from the Boston Globe (dated July 4, 1976) titled "The past is still precious" by Robert Taylor. It reflects on America's historical and cultural heritage as represented through art and exhibitions, particularly at the Fogg Art Museum.

The page also includes the clipping of an illustration labeled "COLLEGE BUILDINGS" by John Abbot, part of the "Harvard Divided" exhibit at the Fogg Art Museum. The drawing shows historic college buildings and connects to the themes of the articles.

The image shows a scrapbook page with multiple newspaper clippings glued onto it. The clippings are various articles dated around July 1976 and seem to pertain mostly to art and Harvard-related events.

1. Top left clipping (New York Times, July 9, 1976) headline reads: "$385,000 in Art Stolen From Harvard Chief." It discusses six paintings valued at $385,000 stolen from the home of Harvard President Derek C. Bok.

2. Bottom left clipping (Boston Globe, July 4, 1976) titled: "The past is still precious" by Robert Taylor, Globe Staff. The article reflects on historical exhibitions related to the American Bicentennial, mentioning the Harvard Divided exhibit at the Fogg Art Museum and other historical insights.

3. Right side clipping (Cambridge Chronicle, July 8, 1976) with the headline: "Bicentennial portraits featured at the Fogg" by Ann Phillips. The article discusses a new Bicentennial exhibit at the Fogg Art Museum with summerlong exhibitions displaying portraits of prominent historical figures and events of revolutionary times. It includes a black-and-white photo captioned "COLLEGE BUILDINGS, by John Abbot, part of the 'Harvard Divided' exhibit at the Fogg Art Museum."

The page background is a plain brownish paper with two punched holes on the right-hand side, suggesting it is part of a binded scrapbook or folder.

A mounted collage of old newspaper clippings arranged on a brown backing. The clippings are from July 1976 and include:

• Top-left: New York Times header with a bold headline: “$385,000 in Art Stolen From Harvard Chief.”
• Center-right: A larger Cambridge Chronicle article titled “Bicentennial portraits featured at the Fogg” with a photo/illustration and text.
• Bottom-left: Boston Globe piece titled “The past is still precious.”
• Bottom-right: A small image of college buildings with a caption about the Harvard Divided exhibit at the Fogg Art Museum.

The pages have a vintage, cut-and-paste look with slight wear, and there are a couple of small holes on the right edge. Overall, it resembles an archival scrapbook or exhibit mount.