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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, May 1973-March 1978

ARCH.2003.39, Rendition: 806772

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This image displays a single page from a press clipping file or scrapbook, mounted on a tan, two-hole-punched archival sheet. The page contains two distinct black-and-white newspaper clippings from the Harvard Gazette, both dated October 22, 1976.


Top Clipping:

  • Image: A photograph of an ancient stone bas-relief.
  • Subject: The artwork depicts Ahura Mazda, identified in the caption as the “supreme god of the Persians; Achaemenid Period.” The figure is shown seated, wearing a tall cylindrical crown, with a long beard, and hands clasped in a gesture of offering or prayer. The figure sits within a large, winged disc, a common motif in Achaemenid Persian art.
  • Caption: “Bas-relief of Ahura Mazda (supreme god of the Persians; Achaemenid Period)—from the Fogg Museum permanent collection. (Photo: Michael A. Nodzewski; Request of Grenville L. Winthrop)”
  • Publication Credit: “Harvard Gazette October 22, 1976” is printed at the top of this clipping.

Bottom Clipping:

  • Image: A black-and-white photograph of a watercolor painting.
  • Subject: The artwork is titled "Shafter Gooseneck, Colorado River" and is described as a watercolor on paper.
  • Artist & Context: Created by Susan Shatter as part of the exhibition “America 1976” held at the Fogg Museum and the Institute of Contemporary Art, running through December 7 (of 1976). The painting depicts a sweeping, arid landscape with a meandering river cutting through deep, eroded canyons — likely the Colorado River in Utah or Arizona.
  • Caption: “Shafter 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: Edie Politis)”
  • Publication Credit: A small, separate white label with “Harvard Gazette October 22, 1976” is affixed to the left side of this clipping, likely to clarify the source.

Overall Layout:

The two clippings are arranged vertically. The top clipping (Ahura Mazda) is narrower and positioned on the right side of the page. The bottom clipping (Colorado River watercolor) is wider and spans across the lower portion. The overall page has a historical and archival feel, documenting art-related news from the Fogg Museum’s collections and exhibitions, curated for documentation or research.

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The image is a scanned copy of a page from the Harvard Gazette dated October 22, 1976. The content of the page includes three distinct elements:

  1. Top Right: A photograph of a bas-relief of Ahura Mazda, the supreme god of the Persians, from the Achaemenid Period. This artifact is part of the Fogg Museum's permanent collection. The bas-relief is credited to Michael A. Nedzwecki and is a bequest of Grenville L. Winthrop.

  2. Bottom Left: A photograph of the Shafer Gooseneck on the Colorado River, which is a watercolor on paper by Susan Shatter. This artwork is featured in the exhibition "America 1976" at the Fogg Museum and the Institute of Contemporary Art, running through December 7. The photograph is credited to Eric Pollitzer.

  3. Center Left: A plain, blank space that does not contain any text or images.

The page has a vintage appearance, with faded colors and slightly creased edges, reflecting its age.

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This image appears to be a scrapbook page or a collection of clippings from the Harvard Gazette dated October 22, 1976. The page includes two distinct items:

  1. Top Right Section: A black and white photograph of a bas-relief. The text accompanying this image identifies it as a bas-relief of Ahura Mazda, the supreme god of the Persians from the Achaemenid Period. It is from the Fogg Museum permanent collection and is attributed to Michael A. Nedzweski, with a bequest from Grenville L. Winthrop. The bas-relief depicts a figure with a crown, robe, and a circular disc with rays, possibly representing the sun or a divine emblem.

  2. Bottom Section: A black and white photograph of a landscape, specifically the Shafer Gooseneck of the Colorado River. The text indicates that this is a watercolor on paper by Susan Shatter, from an exhibition titled "America 1976" at the Fogg Museum and the Institute of Contemporary Art, running through December 7. The photograph is credited to Eric Pollitzer.

The page itself is beige and has two holes on the left side, suggesting it is part of a binder or notebook. The items are neatly arranged and glued onto the page.

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The image shows a page with a brown background that appears to be a part of a scrapbook or a collection of clippings. On the left side of the page, there is a blank piece of paper with a hole punch on the top left corner, indicating that it may have been used for organizing or binding purposes. On the right side of the page, there are two photographs attached. The top photograph shows a statue of a man holding a bow and arrow, while the bottom photograph depicts a landscape of a river flowing through a canyon. Both photographs have labels or captions that provide information about their origins or subjects.

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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.

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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 depicts a scrapbook-style page with two distinct black-and-white cutouts from a publication, likely newspaper clippings, mounted on a tan sheet.

  1. Top Image: A historical artwork shows a depiction of a figure, identified as Ahura Mazda (a god in Persian Achaemenid culture), in a bas-relief style. The figure has intricate details, including a raised hand and a circular element in the composition.

  2. Bottom Image: A landscape illustration or painting titled "Shelter Cove/Colorado River," which shows a broad, rugged natural scene with cliffs and canyons. It is attributed to Susan Shatter and part of "America 1976," exhibited at the Fogg Museum and the Institute of Contemporary Art.

Both clippings are dated October 22, 1976, from the Harvard Gazette.

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The image shows a brown kraft scrapbook/page with two newspaper/photographic clippings pasted on it. The page has three binder holes along the left edge.

  • The upper clipping (tall, right-aligned) appears to be a sepia-toned photograph of an ancient bas-relief sculpture, depicting a seated figure with hands raised, likely a Persian Ahura Mazda image from the Achaemenid period (with a Harvard Gazette caption from Oct. 22, 1976).
  • The lower clipping (long, horizontal) is a grayscale image of a rugged canyon landscape along the Colorado River, with a caption that credits a watercolor-on-paper work and an exhibition inscription.

Overall, it looks like a mini collage or scrapbook page combining art-historical imagery.

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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.