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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, May 1973-March 1978

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The image appears to be a page from the Harvard Gazette dated October 22, 1976. It features two distinct photographs with accompanying captions.

  1. Top Image:

    • The image shows a detailed relief sculpture of a human figure. The figure appears to be a male, possibly a king or a deity, based on the intricate attire and the pose. He is depicted wearing a crown and holding a staff or scepter. The relief is from the Achaemenid Period and is part of the Fogg Museum's permanent collection.
    • Caption: "Relief of a King from the Palace of Darius (Achaemenid Period) - from the Fogg Museum permanent collection. (Photo: Ecki Pollitzer)"
  2. Bottom Image:

    • The image is a landscape photograph showing a view of the Colorado River. The scene includes a river flowing through a rocky terrain with a town or settlement in the background.
    • Caption: "Susan Rothenberg, Colorado River (watercolor on paper) by Susan Rothenberg - from 'America 1976' at the Fogg Museum and the Institute of Contemporary Art through December 7. (Photo: Ecki Pollitzer)"

The page is mounted on a brown cardboard backing, and there is a label at the bottom left corner with the text "Harvard Gazette October 22, 1976."

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The image shows an open folder or binder with two pages, each containing a different black and white photograph, both from the Harvard Gazette dated October 22, 1976.

The page on the left features an aerial photograph of an arid, hilly landscape with a network of roads and paths crisscrossing through it. The caption for this photograph reads: "Shear Gooseneck, Colorado River (watercolor on paper) by Susan Shatter—from 'America 1976' at the Fogg Museum and the Institute of Contemporary Art through December 7. (Photo: Ezio Pinza)".

The page on the right shows a detailed relief carving, likely of an ancient figure, standing with one hand raised and holding an object. The figure appears to be wearing traditional attire and a headdress. The caption for this image states: "Relief of Ahura Mazda (supreme god of the Persians; Achaemenid Period)—from the Fogg Museum permanent collection. (Photo: Michael A. Nedzewski; Bequest of Grenville L. Winthrop)".

Both images are accompanied by their respective captions, providing context about the artifacts and the exhibitions they are associated with. The overall presentation suggests an archival or documentation purpose, possibly for an academic or museum setting.

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The image is of a page from the October 22, 1976 issue of the Harvard Gazette. It contains two separate articles or illustrations:

  1. Top Image:

    • This is a photograph of a bas-relief sculpture.
    • The bas-relief is titled "Bull-relief of Ahura Mazda" (the supreme god of the Persians, known as Achaemenid Period).
    • The sculpture is from the Fogg Museum’s permanent collection and is noted to be a gift from George L. Winthrop.
    • The photo credits Michael A. Nedzworski for the photograph.
  2. Bottom Image:

    • This is a watercolor painting titled "Shaler Goose Creek, Colorado River."
    • The artwork was created by Susan Shatter and is part of the exhibition "America '76" at the Fogg Museum and the Institute of Contemporary Art through December 7.
    • The photograph of this artwork is credited to Ethel Pollitz.

Both images are neatly inserted into a folder that is part of the Harvard Gazette archives from October 22, 1976.

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The image is of a page from the Harvard Gazette dated October 22, 1976. It appears to be a clipping or a page from a scrapbook containing two distinct sections:

  1. Top Section:

    • The image is a black-and-white photograph of a bas-relief sculpture.
    • The caption reads: "Bas-relief of Ahura Mazda (supreme god of the Persians; Achaemenid Period) – from the Fogg Museum permanent collection. (Photo: Michael A. Niedzwiecki; Bequest of Gertrude L. Winthrop)."
    • The bas-relief depicts a figure with elaborate attire, including a tall, pointed headdress, and appears to be holding a staff or scepter.
  2. Bottom Section:

    • The image is a black-and-white photograph of a landscape painting.
    • The caption reads: "Sheler Gooseneck, Colorado River (watercolor on paper) by Susan Shatter – from 'America 1976' at the Fogg Museum and the Institute of Contemporary Art through December 7. (Photo: Eric Pollitzer)."
    • The painting depicts a detailed landscape of the Sheler Gooseneck area along the Colorado River, showing intricate natural contours and possibly waterways.

The page is bordered with a tan or light brown color on the edges, and there are holes along the left side, suggesting that it was part of a larger collection or scrapbook.

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This image shows a page from the Harvard Gazette dated October 22, 1976. The page appears to be a collage of two articles or sections, each featuring a different artwork.

  1. Top Section:

    • The top part of the page displays a black and white photograph of a bas-relief sculpture. This bas-relief is titled "Bas-relief of Ahura Mazda (supreme god of the Persians; Achaemenid Period)" and is described as being from the Fogg Museum's permanent collection. The photograph credits Michael A. Nedzwieski as the photographer and mentions a bequest by Grenville L. Winthrop.
  2. Bottom Section:

    • The bottom part of the page shows a black and white photograph of an artwork titled "Shelter Goosecock, Colorado River (watercolor on paper)" by Susan Shuter. This artwork is from the exhibition "America 1976" at the Fogg Museum and the Institute of Contemporary Art, running through December 7. The photograph is credited to Ezra Pollitzer.

The page itself is mounted on a brown backing, and there is a label on the left side of the page indicating "Harvard Gazette October 22, 1976." The image appears to be part of a collection or archive, given the way it is displayed and preserved.

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The image depicts a framed collage that includes two newspaper clippings and two photographs of artworks.

  1. Top Newspaper Clipping:

    • The clipping is from the Harvard Gazette, dated October 22, 1976.
    • It features an image of a bas-relief sculpture titled "Bust relief of Ahura Mazda," described as the supreme god of the Persians from the Achaemenid Period.
    • The caption mentions that this piece is part of the Fogg Museum's permanent collection, photographed by Michael A. Nedzweski, and was a bequest of Grenville L. Winthrop.
  2. Label Below the Top Clipping:

    • This label reiterates the source and date of the newspaper clipping: Harvard Gazette, October 22, 1976.
  3. Bottom Photograph:

    • This photograph shows an artwork titled "Shattered Glasswork, Colorado River" by Susan Shatter, created in 1976.
    • The artwork is described as a watercolor on paper.
    • It was displayed in the exhibition "America 1976" at the Fogg Museum and the Institute of Contemporary Art through December 7, with the photo credited to Ezra Stoller.

Overall, the framed image appears to be a historical presentation highlighting specific artworks and their documentation in the Harvard Gazette.

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The image contains two newspaper clippings mounted on a brown folder or board with three holes punched on the left-hand side, suggesting that they are part of an archive or organized collection.

The top clipping is from the "Harvard Gazette" dated October 22, 1976. It features a photo of a relief sculpture. The relief appears to be from an ancient civilization, possibly from the Persian Achaemenid Period, as suggested by the figure's attire and style. The text under the photo is not entirely legible, but it references that the piece is part of the Fogg Museum's permanent collection.

Below the first clipping is a second one showing a black and white landscape image. The caption under this image reads "Water Connector, Colorado River (watercolor on paper) by Susan Shatter—from "America 1976" at the Fogg Museum and the Institute of Contemporary Art through December 7. (Photo: Bob Kalinoski)." This suggests that the image is a reproduction of a watercolor painting that depicts the Colorado River.

The text and context presented here highlight a connection to art exhibitions held in 1976 at the Fogg Museum and possibly at the Harvard Gazette, which reported on these cultural events.

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The image shows a scrapbook page containing two newspaper clippings from the Harvard Gazette dated October 22, 1976.

The top clipping is a photograph of a bas-relief sculpture depicting Ahura Mazda, the supreme god of the Persians during the Achaemenid Period. The figure in the bas-relief has a long beard, wears a tall headdress, and holds a cup in one hand, with the other hand raised. The caption credits the photo to Michael A. Nedzweski and notes the artifact is from the Fogg Museum permanent collection.

The bottom clipping shows a watercolor painting of the Shafer Gooseneck and the Colorado River by Susan Shatter. The scene depicts a panoramic view of the winding river through a rugged landscape. The caption mentions the artwork is from "America 1976," exhibited at the Fogg Museum and the Institute of Contemporary Art through December 7. The photo credit is to Eric Pollitzer.

Both clippings are neatly mounted on a brown scrapbook page with three punched holes on the left side. The page has a slight discoloration around the edges.

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A collage of three images is displayed on a beige-colored folder. The first image is a black-and-white image of a person sitting on a chair and holding a cup in his right hand. The second image is a black-and-white photograph of a landscape with mountains and a river. The third image is a black-and-white image of a person sitting on a chair and holding a cup in his right hand.

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The image depicts a newspaper clipping from the Harvard Gazette, dated October 22, 1976. The clipping is mounted on a light brown cardboard backing, likely for archival or display purposes. The layout includes two distinct sections:

Top Section:

  • Caption: "Bas-relief of Ahura Mazda (supreme god of the Persians, Achaemenid Period) - from the Fogg Museum permanent collection. (Photo: Michael A. Nedzweski; Bequest of Gertrude L. Winthrop)"
  • Visual Content: A black-and-white photograph of an ancient bas-relief sculpture. The figure appears to be a deity, likely Ahura Mazda, depicted in a regal pose with elaborate clothing and a headdress. The relief is detailed, showcasing intricate carvings and symbolic elements typical of Achaemenid art.

Bottom Section:

  • Caption: "Shafter Goose neck, Colorado River (watercolor on paper by Susan Shatter) - from 'America 1976' at the Fogg Museum and the Institute of Contemporary Art through December 7. (Photo: Eric Pollitzer)"
  • Visual Content: A detailed black-and-white sketch or photograph of a landscape, possibly a canyon or river scene. The image shows rugged terrain with layered rock formations, suggesting a natural setting, likely the Colorado River. The style appears to be a watercolor or detailed drawing, capturing the texture and depth of the landscape.

Overall Context:

  • The clipping highlights two distinct cultural and artistic elements:
    1. Historical/Religious Art: The bas-relief of Ahura Mazda represents ancient Persian religious iconography, showcasing the artistic traditions of the Achaemenid period.
    2. Contemporary Art: The landscape sketch of the Colorado River reflects modern artistic expression, possibly as part of an exhibition titled "America 1976" at the Fogg Museum and the Institute of Contemporary Art.

The layout and presentation suggest this clipping was preserved for its historical, cultural, or artistic significance, likely as part of an archive or exhibition documentation. The inclusion of photographer and artist credits indicates an emphasis on attribution and credit for the visual content.