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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, May 1973-March 1978

ARCH.2003.39, Rendition: 806793

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This image appears to be a page from a scrapbook or a collection of articles and clippings. The top portion of the page features a newspaper article titled "MEDLEY" by Bill Fripp, dated "Boston Globe 5/17." It discusses a return of a "prince," mentions a tradition of beauty, a posh art auction, and other related events. There are two black and white photographs attached to the article, one labeled "STEWART" and the other "Khan."

Below the article, there is a photograph of three men at what appears to be a formal event. The caption below the photo reads: "Among the 94 persons honored last Thursday for 25 years' service to the University was Fogg Photographer Michael Nedzweski (right), who was accompanied to the Pound Building ceremonies by Fogg Director Seymour Slive (left) and Professor Sydney Freedberg (Fine Arts; center)." This indicates that the photograph is from the Harvard Gazette, dated May 27, 1977.

The page is printed on a light brown background, and the overall appearance suggests it is a preserved collection of historical or personal significance.

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This image is a scanned page from what appears to be a scrapbook or archive, featuring multiple newspaper clippings and a handwritten note. The page contains two distinct sections:

Top Section:

  • Headline: "MEDLEY" by Bill Fripp.
  • Content: This section appears to be a column with various short topics or headlines, including:
    • "Return of the prince"
    • "A tradition of beauty"
    • "Posh art auction"
    • "Flowers for Shirley T."
    • "A 5th Avenue retreat"
    • "Too many parties?"
    • "Beer for the maestro"
  • Images: There are two black-and-white portraits of individuals, labeled "STEWART" and "KHAN."
  • Handwritten Note: Below the column, there is a handwritten note that says, "Boston Globe 5/77. He was not at ball. Item inaccurate."

Bottom Section:

  • Source: "Harvard Gazette May 27, 1977."
  • Photograph: A black-and-white photo of three men in formal attire. The man on the left is smoking a pipe, the man in the center is wearing a suit and tie, and the man on the right is wearing a checkered suit and tie.
  • Caption: The caption underneath the photo reads, "Among the 94 persons honored last Thursday for 25 years' service to the University was Fogg Photographer Michael Nedzweski (right), who was accompanied to the Pound Building ceremonies by Fogg Director Seymour Slive (left) and Professor Sydney Freedberg (Fine Arts; center)."

The entire page is mounted on a beige-colored backing, likely part of a scrapbook or archive collection. The items are arranged in a way that suggests they are related to events or individuals of significance, possibly within an academic or cultural context.

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The image is a page from a scrapbook with a few clippings attached. The top clipping is a newspaper article titled "MEDLEY" by Bill Fripp. The article includes a photo of a woman with the text "Return of the prince" and "A tradition of beauty." Another clipping is a photo of a man with the text "Posh art auction" and "Flowers for Shirley T." Below it is a photo of a man with the text "A 5th Avenue retreat" and "Too many parties?" and "Beer for the maestro." The bottom clipping is a photo of three men, one of whom is smoking a pipe. The photo is from the Harvard Gazette, dated May 27, 1977.

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The image is a collage of various photographs and text snippets, likely from a scrapbook or a collection of memories. The collage is centered around a significant event or celebration, possibly a 50th-anniversary event. The collage contains the following elements:

  1. A photograph of a woman with the text "MEDLEY" and "By BILL FRIP" above it.
  2. A list of items, including "Return of the prince," "A tradition of beauty," "Pash art auction," "Flowers for Shirley T.," "A 5th Avenue retreat," "Too many parties?," and "Beer for the maestro."
  3. A photograph of a man with the text "KHAN" below it.
  4. A photograph of three men, with the text "Harvard Gazette May 27, 1977" above it. The text below the photograph reads, "Among the 54 persons honored last Thursday for 25 years' service to the University was Fogg Photographer Michael Nedreski (right), who was accompanied to the Found Building ceremonies by Fogg Director Seymour Slive (left) and Professor Sydney Freedberg (Fine Arts, center)."

The collage appears to be a collection of memories and highlights from a 50th-anniversary celebration, featuring photographs of individuals who have contributed to the event or the institution over the years. The text snippets provide context and descriptions of the people and events depicted in the photographs.

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The image is a collage of two distinct sections, each presenting different visual and textual content:

Top Section:

  • Headline: "MEDLEY By BILL FRIPP"
  • Content: This section appears to be a collection of headlines or topics from a publication or newsletter. The headlines listed include:
    • "Return of the prince"
    • "A tradition of beauty"
    • "Posh art auction"
    • "Flowers for Shirley T."
    • "A 5th Avenue retreat"
    • "Too many parties?"
    • "Beer for the maestro"
  • Photographs: Two small photographs accompany the section:
    • The first photograph shows a man with short hair and a mustache, labeled "STEWART."
    • The second photograph shows another man with short hair and a mustache, labeled "KHAN."
  • Textual Detail: To the right of the headlines, there is a snippet of text that appears to be an article excerpt. It mentions "The Fogg Museum's glossy 50th anniversary ball the other night was graced by the presence of the Aga Khan IV and the Prince," indicating a formal event involving notable individuals.

Bottom Section:

  • Headline: "Harvard Gazette May 27, 1977"
  • Content: This section features a black-and-white photograph of three men standing together at what appears to be a formal event. The caption below the photograph reads:

    "Among the 94 persons honored last Thursday for 25 years' service to the University was Fogg Photographer Michael Nowakowski (right), who was so composed at the Fogg Building ceremonies by Fogg Director Seymour Slive (left) and Professor Sydney Freedman (Fine Arts, center)."

  • Photograph Details:
    • The man on the left is wearing a light-colored shirt and tie, holding a pipe in his mouth.
    • The man in the middle is wearing a suit and tie.
    • The man on the right is wearing glasses, a suit, and tie, and appears to be holding a folder or document.
    • The background shows a crowded room with other attendees, suggesting a formal gathering or ceremony.

Overall Description:

The image combines two distinct elements:

  1. Top Section: A curated list of headlines or topics from a publication, accompanied by photographs of two individuals (Stewart and Khan) and a snippet of text about a formal event involving the Aga Khan IV and the Prince.
  2. Bottom Section: A photograph from the Harvard Gazette dated May 27, 1977, depicting a formal ceremony honoring individuals for their 25 years of service to the university. The photograph shows three men, including Michael Nowakowski, Seymour Slive, and Sydney Freedman, at the event.

The collage suggests a thematic connection between formal events, notable individuals, and institutional recognition, with a focus on Harvard University and its affiliated institutions.

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The image shows a scanned newspaper clipping featuring a black-and-white photograph of three men, accompanied by an article about the Fogg Museum's 50th anniversary ball. The clipping is mounted on a piece of paper with two holes punched in it, suggesting that it was once part of a binder or folder.

Photograph:

  • The photograph depicts three men standing together, all dressed in suits and ties.
  • The man on the left has white hair and is wearing a light-colored suit with a striped tie.
  • The man in the middle has dark hair and is wearing a dark-colored suit with a white shirt and black tie.
  • The man on the right has light-colored hair and is wearing a light-colored suit with a white shirt and black tie.

Article:

  • The article is titled "MEDLEY" and is written by Bill Fripp.
  • It discusses the Fogg Museum's 50th anniversary ball, which was attended by various notable figures, including Prince Stewart Khan IV and Princess Gul Khan.
  • The article also mentions that the prince has been busy with his duties as spiritual leader to 20 million Ismaili Moslems and tending to his Jet Set resort on Sardinia.

Additional Information:

  • The clipping includes a handwritten note that reads "Boston Globe 5/77 He was not at ball. Item inaccurate."
  • The date of the clipping is May 27, 1977, as indicated by the headline "Harvard Gazette May 27, 1977."

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the social scene of the 1970s, highlighting the intersection of art, culture, and politics. The inclusion of the handwritten note adds a layer of complexity to the image, suggesting that the information presented may not be entirely accurate.

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The image features a page from a scrapbook or photo album, showcasing a collage of newspaper clippings and photographs. The page is divided into two sections: the top section contains three newspaper clippings, while the bottom section features a single photograph.

The top section includes a clipping from the "Medley" column by Bill Fripp, which discusses the Fogg Museum's 50th anniversary ball. The article mentions the presence of Apo Khan IV and the Princess, marking his first return to Harvard since his graduation in 1957. The clipping also mentions the dashing prince's busy schedule, which includes tending his jet set resort on Sardinia, attending Harvard as a straight-A student, and being a member of the Pakistani Harvard Club squash team.

The second clipping features a photograph of Stewart Khan, accompanied by a caption that reads, "The Fogg Museum's glorious 50th anniversary ball the other night was praised by the presence of the Apo Khan IV and the Princess, marking his first return to Harvard since his graduation in 1957 when he gave his college $50,000 for a scholarship fund. The dashing prince has been busy with his duties as spiritual leader of 15 million Ismaili Muslims and tending his jet set resort on Sardinia. At Harvard he was on the squash team and a straight-A student. He is no relation to the Pakistani Harvard Club squash ace Moe Khan, his brother Gul Khan, the squash pro at the University Club."

The third clipping is a photograph of Shirley T., accompanied by a caption that reads, "A 5th Avenue retreat Too many parties? Beer for the maestro"

The bottom section of the page features a photograph of Michael Podehl (right), who was accompanied to the Pound Building ceremonies by Fogg Director Seymour Slive (left) and Professor Sydney Freedberg (Fine Arts; center). The photograph is captioned, "Among the 94 persons honored last Thursday for 25 years' service to the University was Fogg Photographer Michael Podehl (right), who was accompanied to the Pound Building ceremonies by Fogg Director Seymour Slive (left) and Professor Sydney Freedberg (Fine Arts; center)."

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the lives of several individuals, including Apo Khan IV, Stewart Khan, Shirley T., Michael Podehl, Seymour Slive, and Sydney Freedberg. The clippings and photograph offer a snapshot of their interests, achievements, and relationships, providing insight into their personalities and experiences.

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The image is a scanned page of a folder containing two newspaper clippings.

The top clipping is titled "MEDLEY" and features a column written by Bill Fripp. The article includes a list of bullet points with various topics, such as "Return of the prince," "A tradition of beauty," "Posh art auction," "Flowers for Shirley T.," "A 5th Avenue retreat," "Too many parties?", and "Beer for the maestro." The article is accompanied by two black-and-white photographs: one of a woman with dark hair and another of a man with dark hair.

Below the title, there is a handwritten note that reads "Boston Globe 5/15/77 He was not at ball. Item inaccurate."

The second clipping is from the Harvard Gazette, dated May 27, 1977. It features a black-and-white photograph of three men in suits, with a caption describing their 25 years of service to the university. The caption also mentions that they were accompanied to the Fogg Building ceremony by Fogg Director Seymour Slive and Professor Sydney Freedberg (Fine Arts; center).

The background of the image is a light brown folder with two holes punched on the left side, suggesting that it was once part of a binder or file. The overall appearance of the image suggests that it is a scanned or digitized version of a physical document, possibly from an archive or collection.

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The image presents a collection of newspaper clippings and photographs, likely from the 1970s, arranged on a piece of paper with two holes punched in it. The top clipping features a column titled "MEDLEY" by Bill Fripp, accompanied by two black-and-white photographs of individuals identified as Stewart and Khan. The article appears to be a gossip column, discussing various topics such as the return of a prince, a tradition of beauty, and a posh art auction.

Below this clipping is another article from the Harvard Gazette, dated May 27, 1977, which includes a larger black-and-white photograph of four people. The caption reads: "Among the 94 persons honored last Thursday for 25 years' service to the University was Fogg Photographer Michael Nedrewski (right), who was accompanied to the Found Building ceremonies by Fogg Director Seymour Slive (left) and Professor Sydney Freedberg (Fine Arts; center)."

A handwritten note on the clipping states, "Boston Globe 5/1/75. Item not at all. Item inaccurate." This suggests that the clipping was originally from the Boston Globe and was incorrectly attributed or dated.

The background of the image is a plain gray color, providing a neutral backdrop for the newspaper clippings and photographs. Overall, the image appears to be a collection of archival materials, possibly related to Harvard University or the Fogg Museum, showcasing notable events and individuals from the 1970s.

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The image is a page from a newspaper, specifically the "Harvard Gazette" dated May 27, 1977. The page features two main articles and a photograph.

Top Article: "Medley" by Bill Fripp

This section includes several sub-articles:

  1. Return of the Prince: Discusses the return of Aga Khan to Harvard after a long absence. He is described as a straight-A student and spiritual leader to 20 million Ismailis. He returned for his 25th reunion and a fundraising event.
  2. A Tradition of Beauty: Mentions Shirley Temple, but the specific details are not fully visible.
  3. Posh Art Auction: Refers to an art auction event.
  4. Flowers for Shirley T.: Likely related to Shirley Temple, but details are not fully visible.
  5. A 5th Avenue Retreat: Details are not fully visible.
  6. Too Many Parties?: Discusses the social scene and parties.
  7. Beer for the Maestro: Refers to an event involving beer, but details are not fully visible.

Bottom Article:

This article features a photograph of three men at a formal event. The caption reads:
"Among the 34 persons honored last Thursday for 25 years service to the University was Fogg photographer Michael Hodges (right), who was accompanied to the Fogg Building ceremonies by Fogg Director Seymour Slive (left) and Professor Sidney Freedberg (Fine Arts, center)."

Additional Notes:

  • There is a handwritten note on the page that says "Boston Globe 5/27 He was not at all, 2:49m McCleur."
  • The page is part of a scrapbook or binder, as indicated by the holes on the left side.

The overall content of the page focuses on notable events and individuals related to Harvard University, including a significant reunion and various social and academic activities.