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This image appears to be a calendar page from June 3, 1977, as indicated by the handwritten note in the top right corner. The main feature is an oval portrait of Madame de Pompadour, a famous figure in French history, painted by François Boucher. The portrait is displayed within a beige border, and the title "Calendar" is written in bold at the top.

Below the portrait, there is a clipping from "The New York Times" dated Friday, June 24, 1977, which discusses the discovery and authentication of a painting attributed to Jean-Honoré Fragonard. The text mentions that the painting was acquired at a Sotheby's auction and details the circumstances surrounding its authentication and its potential significance as an early work by Fragonard.

The calendar page also has a label in the bottom left corner that reads "1966.47 Harvard Gazette," indicating that the page might be part of a collection or album related to Harvard Gazette publications from the year 1966.

This image shows a vintage clipping from a publication, featuring a black-and-white illustration of a woman in 18th-century attire, titled "Madame de Pompadour" by François Boucher. The illustration is described as one of more than 150 works displayed at the Fogg Art Museum through August as part of the exhibition "Master Paintings from the Fogg Collection."

To the left of the illustration, there is a text excerpt from The New York Times, dated Friday, June 24, 1977. The article discusses art auctions and mentions the discovery of a painting by David Carritt, previously catalogued as "The Toilet of Venus" by Charles-André van Loo, but now identified as a work by Jean-Honoré Fragonard.

The clipping is mounted on a yellowed page with the word "Calendar" at the top and handwritten notes in the upper right corner indicating "Harvard Gazette June 3, 1977." The overall appearance suggests this is a historical document or archive material.

The image is a photograph of a piece of paper that appears to be a clipping from a newspaper. The paper is old, with visible signs of wear and age, including creases and slight discoloration. The clipping is pinned to a larger piece of paper, possibly for preservation or display purposes.

The clipping features a prominent headline at the top that reads "Calendar," suggesting that the article is related to a calendar or an event schedule. Below the headline, there is a black-and-white oval portrait of a woman. She is depicted wearing a gown and holding a flower, with an elegant and historical style that suggests she is from a past era, possibly the 18th or 19th century.

The portrait is accompanied by text that provides context or information about the woman in the portrait. The text is dense and appears to be a news article or feature, discussing various topics, including art, auctions, and historical figures.

The clipping also includes a smaller piece of text on the left side, which seems to be a continuation of the article or an additional note. This text is less prominent but still legible and provides further information or commentary related to the main article.

The overall layout of the clipping suggests it was carefully selected and preserved, possibly for its historical or cultural significance. The portrait and accompanying text indicate that the article might be about a notable historical figure or an event of cultural importance.

In summary, the image depicts an old newspaper clipping featuring a headline "Calendar," a portrait of a historical woman, and accompanying text discussing various topics, pinned to a larger piece of paper for preservation.

The image is a vintage newspaper clipping featuring a calendar page from the New York Times, dated June 3, 1977. The calendar page has a circular portrait of a woman wearing a dress with a lace collar, holding a book and a pen. The portrait is surrounded by a black border and is titled "Calendar." The clipping also includes a small article about an auction at the Rothschild Palace in London, which was sold for a record price.

The image depicts a vintage-style calendar page with a central oval portrait of a woman dressed in elaborate, 18th-century attire. The woman is elegantly posed, wearing a luxurious gown with intricate details, a high collar, and a decorative bow at her chest. She holds a small object in her hand, possibly a fan or a delicate item, and her expression is serene and composed. The background is dark, which contrasts sharply with her bright, detailed clothing, drawing focus to her as the central figure.

Below the portrait, there is a caption that reads:
"Madame de Pompadour by François Boucher—one of more than 150 works at the Fogg through August in 'Master Paintings from the Fogg Collection.'"
This indicates that the portrait is attributed to the renowned French painter François Boucher and is part of an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum.

To the left of the portrait, there is a column of text that appears to be an article or commentary, likely from a newspaper. The text discusses the painting's historical significance, its attribution, and its place in the art world. The article mentions details about the painting's provenance, its sale history, and its importance in the context of the Fogg Collection exhibition.

At the bottom of the page, there is a header that reads "Calendar", and beneath it, a smaller text identifies the source as "THE NEW YORK TIMES, FRIDAY JUNE 24, 1977." This suggests that the image is a reproduction or scan of a historical newspaper clipping, likely from June 24, 1977, featuring the calendar page and accompanying article.

The overall design and layout suggest a historical or archival context, with the calendar serving as a thematic or decorative element for the article about the artwork. The combination of the elegant portrait and the detailed commentary creates a rich visual and textual narrative about the painting and its significance.

The image is a newspaper clipping from The New York Times, dated Friday, June 24, 1977, featuring an article about a calendar with a portrait of Madame de Pompadour.

• Title and Date
  • The title "Calendar" is prominently displayed at the top of the clipping.
  • The date "Friday, June 24, 1977" is printed at the bottom of the clipping.
• Portrait of Madame de Pompadour
  • The portrait of Madame de Pompadour is featured in the center of the clipping.
  • The portrait is oval-shaped and depicts Madame de Pompadour holding a bouquet of flowers.
  • The portrait is likely from the 18th century, given the style and clothing of the subject.
• Article Text
  • The article text is located on the left side of the clipping.
  • The text discusses the sale of a calendar featuring the portrait of Madame de Pompadour.
  • The article mentions that the calendar was sold for over $150 at the Fogg through August in "Master Paintings from the Fogg Collection."
  • The article also mentions that the portrait is one of more than 150 works at the Fogg.
• Additional Text
  • There is additional text at the top of the clipping, which appears to be a handwritten note.
  • The note reads "Havens Gazette June 3, 1977."
  • The note may be a reference to the original source of the article or a note from the person who clipped the article.

In summary, the image is a newspaper clipping from The New York Times, dated Friday, June 24, 1977, featuring an article about a calendar with a portrait of Madame de Pompadour. The portrait is oval-shaped and depicts Madame de Pompadour holding a bouquet of flowers. The article discusses the sale of the calendar and mentions that it was sold for over $150 at the Fogg through August in "Master Paintings from the Fogg Collection." There is also additional text at the top of the clipping, which appears to be a handwritten note.

The image is a newspaper clipping featuring an oval portrait of a woman, accompanied by a caption and a smaller article. The clipping is titled "Calendar" and has a beige background with a darker beige border.

Portrait:

• The portrait is an oval-shaped black-and-white image of a woman.
• She is dressed in 18th-century attire, wearing a dress with a floral pattern and a shawl draped over her shoulders.
• Her hair is styled in an updo, and she wears a watch on her left wrist.
• She holds a fan in her right hand and appears to be seated in a chair.

Caption:

• Below the portrait, a caption reads: "Madame de Pompadour by Francois Boucher - one of more than 150 works at the Fogg through August in 'Master Paintings from the Fogg Collection.'"

Article:

• To the left of the portrait, a smaller article is partially visible.
• The article discusses the sale of a painting by Charles-Andre van Loo for $5,000.
• It also mentions that the painting was purchased by the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.

Additional Information:

• In the top-right corner of the clipping, handwritten notes read: "1966.47 Harvard Gazette June 3, 1977."
• At the bottom of the clipping, a small strip of paper bears the text: "THE NEW YORK TIMES, FRIDAY, JUNE 24, 1977."

Overall, the image appears to be a newspaper clipping from 1977, featuring a portrait of Madame de Pompadour and an article about the sale of a painting by Charles-Andre van Loo.

The image is a scanned newspaper clipping from "The New York Times" dated Friday, June 24, 1977.

• The clipping is titled "Calendar" and features a black-and-white illustration of a woman in an oval frame.
  • The woman is dressed in 18th-century attire, with a low-cut dress and a shawl draped over her shoulders.
  • She holds a fan in her left hand and has a bracelet on her right wrist.
  • The illustration is accompanied by a caption that reads: "Madame de Pompadour by Francois Boucher - one of more than 150 works at the Fogg through August in 'Master Paintings from the Fogg Collection.'"
• A column of text is visible on the left side of the clipping, but it is not fully legible due to being cut off.
  • The visible text appears to be discussing an art auction and mentions the sale of a painting by Francois Boucher.
• The clipping is attached to a piece of cardboard with two holes punched in it, suggesting that it was once part of a binder or scrapbook.
  • The cardboard has a handwritten note in the top-right corner that reads: "Harvard 966.47" and "June 3, 1977."
• The background of the image is a plain gray color.

Overall, the image appears to be a historical newspaper clipping featuring an illustration of a famous artwork and discussing an art exhibition or auction.

The image presents a vintage newspaper clipping featuring a portrait of a woman, accompanied by an article about art. The clipping is mounted on a brown paper background.

• Newspaper Clipping:
  • The clipping has a beige background with the word "Calendar" in bold black text at the top.
  • A large oval-shaped portrait of a woman is centered within the clipping.
  • The woman is depicted wearing a dress and holding a fan in her right hand.
  • She has short hair styled in an updo and is adorned with jewelry on her left wrist.
  • The portrait is rendered in black and white.
  • Below the portrait, a caption reads: "Madame de Pompadour by Francois Boucher - one of more than 150 works at the Fogg through August in 'Master Paintings from the Fogg Collection.'"
• Article:
  • The article is titled "THE NEW YORK TIMES, FRIDAY JUNE 24, 1977."
  • The article discusses the sale of artworks at auction houses, including Sotheby's and Christie's.
  • It mentions that prices are setting records right and left, with last month's auction of goods at Harrods, a department store 35 miles northwest of London, being a case in point.
  • The article also notes that the auction cataloged as "The Toilet of Venus" was sold for a mere $26,000.
  • Additionally, it mentions that a long-lost work by the 18th-century French artist Francois Boucher, "Psyche Revived by Cupid's Kiss," was sold for $1.1 million.
• Handwritten Notes:
  • In the top-right corner of the clipping, handwritten notes read: "Harvard Gaz. June 3, 1977" and "1966.47."
  • A small piece of tape is visible in the top-right corner of the clipping.

In summary, the image showcases a vintage newspaper clipping featuring a portrait of Madame de Pompadour by Francois Boucher, along with an article discussing the sale of artworks at auction houses. The clipping is mounted on a brown paper background and includes handwritten notes and a small piece of tape.

The image is a clipping from a newspaper, specifically "The New York Times," dated Friday, June 24, 1977. The main content is a section titled "Calendar," which includes an article and a black-and-white photograph of a painting.

The painting depicted is "Madame de Pompadour" by François Boucher, which is described as one of more than 150 works at the Fogg through August in "Master Paintings from the Fogg Collection." The article discusses the high prices of artworks at auctions, specifically mentioning that a painting by the French artist Jean-Honoré Fragonard sold for a record price of $1.7 million at Sotheby Parke Bernet. This sale broke the previous record set by a Rembrandt painting. The article also notes that the painting was done in 1769 and is known as "The Bolt." It was previously owned by the Duveen Brothers and later by Andrew Mellon, who donated it to the National Gallery of Art in Washington.

The article further discusses the significance of the painting and its depiction of a scene from a play by Pierre de Marivaux, highlighting the intricate details and the artist's skill. The text also mentions the historical context and the painting's journey through various owners, including its exhibition at the National Gallery of Art.

The clipping is mounted on a piece of cardboard, with handwritten notes at the top indicating it is from the Harvard Gazette dated June 3, 1977, and a reference number "1866.47."