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The image appears to be a page from a newspaper, specifically the Harvard Gazette, dated October 22, 1976. The page contains two photographs and accompanying text.

1. Top Photograph and Text:

   • The photograph shows Leah Professor David Gordon Mitten (Classical Art and Archaeology) examining bits of pottery found in the excavations at Sardis. He is seated at a table under a tree, surrounded by numerous pieces of pottery.
   • The text beneath the photograph reads: "The find proves that the size of the ancient city is greater than previously thought, extending at least two miles from the center of the excavations."

2. Bottom Photograph and Text:

   • The photograph depicts members of the Harvard-Cornell expedition to South Turkey stumbling upon a tomb during the summer. The tomb was prepared for Chryseros, an officer of the imperial stone factory at Sardis, and his wife and children. The tomb features a relief with a wreath and birds.
   • The text beneath the photograph reads: "The tomb was prepared for Chryseros, an officer of the imperial stone factory at Sardis, and his wife and children. The expedition members were surprised to find that the tomb was not robbed in antiquity. They prepared the tomb with his wife and children."
   • The photograph is credited to Elizabeth Gombosi.

The overall theme of the page revolves around archaeological discoveries and excavations, specifically those related to the ancient city of Sardis.

The image is a page from the Harvard Gazette dated October 22, 1976. It contains two photographs and accompanying captions that describe archaeological findings.

The top photograph shows Loeb Professor David Gordon Mitten (Classical Art and Archaeology) examining pottery fragments. The caption states that the discovery proves the area of the ancient city of Sardis is larger than previously thought, extending at least 800 feet further north than earlier believed.

The bottom photograph depicts an ancient Roman tomb, which the Harvard-Cornell expedition uncovered in a tobacco field. The tomb appears to be an inscriptional monument, likely from the fourth century AD. The caption explains that the tomb was prepared for Chrysoantios, an official of the imperial arms factory at Sardis, and his wife and children. The inscription was partially erased, and the excavation involved careful preparation to recover the tomb's details.

Both photographs are credited to Elizabeth Gombos.

The image shows two black-and-white photographs from an old newspaper, specifically the Harvard Gazette dated October 22, 1976.

1. The top photograph depicts an archaeological scene. It shows a man, identified as Loeb Professor David Gordon Mitten, examining shards of pottery. The caption explains that Professor Mitten and a team from Harvard's Department of Classical Art and Archaeology, in collaboration with the Italian Archaeological Service, discovered that the area of the ancient city of Sardis is larger than previously believed, extending at least 800 feet further north than earlier estimates.

2. The bottom photograph features an archaeological discovery made by members of the Harvard-Cornell expedition to Sardis. It shows a fourth-century Roman tomb, which was found in a tobacco field. The tomb, prepared for Cheymarios, an official at the imperial arms factory at Sardis, along with his wife and children, contains an engraved inscription. The inscription, which is partially visible in the photograph, includes the name Cheymarios and indicates that he was a highly paid official. The image and its contents were documented by Elizabeth Gombosi.

Both photographs provide a glimpse into significant archaeological findings and the ongoing work of academic expeditions in uncovering and understanding historical artifacts and sites.

The image is a page from the Harvard Gazette dated October 22, 1976. It contains two main articles related to archaeological discoveries by the Harvard-Cornell expedition:

1. Top Article:

   • Title/Subject: Ancient Pottery and City Size Discovery in Sardis
   • Description: The article features a photograph of Loeb Professor David Gordon Mitten, an expert in Classical Art and Archaeology. He is examining shards of pottery found at Sardis, an ancient city. The discovery of these pottery shards suggests that the area of the ancient city is greater than previously believed, extending at least 800 feet farther north than earlier estimates.

2. Bottom Article:

   • Title/Subject: Discovery of a Fourth-Century Roman Tomb in Sardis
   • Description: This article describes the discovery of a fourth-century Roman tomb during the summer by members of the Harvard-Cornell expedition. The tomb was prepared for a man named Chrysanthios, an official of the imperial arms factory at Sardis, his wife, and children. The tomb features an enwreathed Christian inscription and highly detailed official votives, indicating the man's role and status. The photograph shows the tomb's arch with an inscription and decorative carvings.

The page provides both visual and textual information about significant archaeological findings that contribute to the understanding of ancient Sardis.

The image consists of two newspaper clippings from the Harvard Gazette, dated October 22, 1976. Both clippings pertain to archaeological findings from the Harvard-Cornell expedition to Sardis.

1. Top Clipping:

   • The caption reads: "Loeb Professor David Gordon Mitten (Classical Art and Archaeology) examines shards of pottery found during the Harvard-Cornell expedition to Sardis. The find proves that the area of the ancient city is greater than previously thought, extending at least 800 feet farther north than earlier believed."
   • The photograph shows Professor David Gordon Mitten sitting at a table, surrounded by numerous pieces of pottery shards, possibly in an archaeological excavation site.

2. Bottom Clipping:

   • The caption states: "Members of the Harvard-Cornell expedition to Sardis literally stumbled on this fourth-century Roman tomb in a tobacco field during the summer. The tomb was prepared for Chryantos, an official of the imperial arms factory at Sardis, and his wife and children. The enwreathed inscription mentions Chryantos as 'a highly paid official worker' in the arms factory, and his house/they prepared the tomb with his wife and children."
   • The photograph shows a detailed fresco or mosaic on the ceiling of the tomb, depicting various figures and intricate designs.

These clippings highlight significant discoveries made by the Harvard-Cornell expedition, which expanded the known boundaries of Sardis and uncovered a well-preserved Roman tomb.

The image is a page from the Harvard Gazette dated October 22, 1976. It contains two black-and-white photographs along with accompanying captions.

1. The top photograph shows a man examining pottery shards. The caption reads:
   "Loeb Professor David Gordon Mitten (Classical Art and Archaeology) examines shards of pottery found during the Cornell-Harvard expedition from Sardis. The find proves that the area of the ancient city is greater than previously thought, extending at least 800 feet farther north than earlier believed. (Photo: Elizabeth Gombosi)."

2. The bottom photograph depicts a fourth-century Roman tomb, with an inscription and detailed artwork on the arch. The caption states:
   "Members of the Harvard-Cornell expedition to Sardis literally stumbled on this fourth-century Roman tomb in a tobacco field during the summer. The tomb was prepared for Chrysanthius, an official of the imperial arms factory at Sardis, and his wife and children. The engraved inscription on the tomb reads: 'To the shades of Chrysanthius, a highly paid official worker in the arms factory and his house; they prepared the tomb with his wife and children.' (Photo: Elizabeth Gombosi)."

Both photos are credited to Elizabeth Gombosi. The page itself appears to be an aged, yellowed clipping, likely from a physical copy of the Harvard Gazette.

This image features two clippings from the Harvard Gazette dated October 22, 1976, pasted onto a brown paper background with a hole punched near the top-left corner, possibly for archiving in a binder.

The top clipping shows a black-and-white photograph of a man, presumably a professor given the description, examining a kiln site of pottery found at Sardis, an archaeological site. He is crouched over in an outdoor setting with ancient stone structures visible around him, and appears to be holding or pointing at something on the ground. The caption highlights the significance of the find and its connection to the era of the Lydian King Croesus.

The bottom clipping presents another black-and-white photograph of an ancient, arch-shaped stone inscription with a decorated pediment. The caption refers to members of the Harvard-sponsored expedition to Sardis, focusing on a figure named George M. A. Hanfmann, who uncovered this Roman bath in a tobacco field. The text elaborates on the high status of the person commemorated by the inscription and provides a brief account of his family history.

Both clippings provide insights into historical and archaeological discoveries related to the city of Sardis and together show how print media documented such academic undertakings in the past.

The image shows a scrapbook page with two black-and-white newspaper clippings from the Harvard Gazette dated October 22, 1976.

1. The top clipping features a photograph of Loeb Professor David Gordon Mitten (Classical Art and Archaeology). He is examining bits of pottery found over the summer in an artesian well at Sardis during the continuing Harvard-Cornell expedition there. The caption notes that the find proves the area of the ancient city is greater than previously thought, extending at least 800 feet farther north than earlier believed. The photo credit is given to Elizabeth Gombosi.

2. The bottom clipping shows a photograph of a fourth-century Roman tomb in a tobacco field. The tomb, prepared for Chrysanthos, an official of the imperial arms factory at Sardis, features an enwreathed crimson inscription. The caption describes how members of the Harvard-Cornell expedition to Sardis literally stumbled on this tomb during the summer. The inscription reads: "God help them/Flavius Chrysanthos/ducentarius [a highly paid official worker]/in the arms factory/and his house/they prepared the tomb with his wife and children." This photo is also credited to Elizabeth Gombosi.

The image is a scanned copy of a page from a book or a report. The page contains two black-and-white photographs with captions. The top photograph shows a man working on a desk in an outdoor setting, possibly a museum or an archaeological site. The caption reads, "Loeb Professor David Gordon Mitten (Classical Art and Archaeology) examines bits of pottery found over the summer in an excavation well at Sardis during the continuing Harvard-Cornell expedition there. The find proves that the area of the ancient city is greater than previously thought, extending north by at least 800 feet farther north than earlier believed." The bottom photograph shows a stone wall with an inscription, and the caption reads, "Members of the Harvard-Cornell expedition to Sardis literally stumbled on this fourth-century Roman tomb in a tobacco field during the summer. The tomb was prepared for Chryssarion, official of the Imperial arms factory, at Sardis, and his wife and children. The overwashed crimson inscription reads: 'God help them!/Flavius Chrysarion (a highly paid official worker)/In the factory has he known how they prepared the tomb with his wife and (his) children.'" The page has a gray background and a border.

The image shows a two-page spread from a publication, likely a newsletter or report, dated October 22, 1976, titled "Harvard Gazette." The pages are mounted on a beige cardstock with visible staple holes, suggesting they are part of an archival or scrapbook collection.

Top Page:

• Caption: "Loeb Professor David Gordon Mitten (Classical Art and Archaeology) examines bits of pottery found over the summer in an artisan's well at Sardis, during the continuing Harvard-Cornell expedition there. The find proves that the area of the ancient city is greater than previously thought, extending at least 800 feet farther north than earlier believed. (Photo: Elizabeth Gombos)."
• Visual Content: A black-and-white photograph shows a man, presumably Professor David Gordon Mitten, examining fragments of pottery at an outdoor archaeological site. The setting appears to be an excavation area, with stone structures and a table covered with pottery pieces. The man is seated and focused on the fragments, suggesting an academic or research context.

Bottom Page:

• Caption: "Members of the Harvard-Cornell expedition to Sardis literally stumbled on this fourth-century Roman tomb in a tobacco field during the summer. The tomb was prepared for Chrystantos, an official of the imperial arms factory at Sardis, and his wife and children. The enwreathed crimson inscription reads: 'God help them! Phylax Chrystantos [a highly paid official] in the arms factory] and his house; they prepared the tomb with his wife and children.' (Photo: Elizabeth Gombos)."
• Visual Content: A black-and-white photograph depicts an intricately designed mosaic or fresco fragment. The design features a central wreath-like border with floral and geometric patterns, and within the central area, there is an inscription. The inscription appears to be in Greek, with visible words such as "ΦΥΛΑΞ ΧΡΥΣΑΝΤΟΣ" (Phylax Chrystantos). The surrounding decorative elements include birds and floral motifs, indicative of Roman or Hellenistic artistry.

Overall Context:

The pages document archaeological discoveries made during the Harvard-Cornell expedition at Sardis, an ancient city in Turkey. The top image highlights pottery fragments examined by a professor, suggesting ongoing research into the ancient city’s extent. The bottom image showcases a significant find—a fourth-century Roman tomb with an inscription, providing insight into the lives of individuals associated with the imperial arms factory at Sardis. The photographs and captions together emphasize the historical and academic importance of these discoveries.