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The image is a newspaper clipping dated Saturday, May 25, 1915. The headline reads: "Raeburn's Portrait of Annie Laurie's Great Granddaughter, for Fogg Museum."

The clipping features a black-and-white photograph of a portrait of a woman. The woman is depicted in a formal pose, wearing a dark dress with a white collar and a hat. The background of the portrait is dark and indistinct, emphasizing the subject.

Below the image, there is a caption that provides context about the portrait. It states:

"This unusually fine example of the greatest of Scottish painters is on exhibition at the Harvard Museum through an anonymous loan. It was painted in 1807 or 1808, when Raeburn was at the pinnacle of his career. The subject of the portrait, Mrs. Veitch, whose maiden name was Anna A. Gordon, was the great granddaughter of Annie Laurie, famed in Scottish song and history. The picture comes from the collection of Miss A. Gordon-Munro of Edinburgh, herself a descendant of Mrs. Veitch. (Photo by Boston Photo News Co.)"

This information highlights the historical and artistic significance of the portrait, its connection to Scottish heritage, and its temporary exhibition at the Harvard Museum.

The image is a newspaper clipping from Saturday, May 21, 1915. The headline reads "Raeburn's Portrait of Annie Laurie's Great Granddaughter, for Fogg Museum." The article features a black and white photograph of a portrait. The portrait depicts a woman in a historical dress, standing in a three-quarter view. The text beneath the image explains that this is an exceptionally fine example of one of Scotland's greatest painters, Raeburn, and that it is on display at the Harvard Museum. The original of the portrait, painted in 1807 or 1808, was the great granddaughter of Annie Laurie, a famous Scottish song heroine. The portrait comes from the collection of Miss A. Graham Stirling of Edinburgh, a descendant of the sitter. The photograph is credited to the Boston Photo News Co. The clipping shows signs of age, with some yellowing and a few tears along the edges.

This image is a newspaper clipping from the Transcript, dated Saturday, May 23, 1914. The article is titled "Raeburn's Portrait of Annie Laurie's Great Granddaughter, for Fogg Museum."

The piece features a photograph of a portrait painted by Sir Henry Raeburn, a renowned Scottish portrait painter. The portrait is of Mrs. Veitch, who is noted to be the great granddaughter of Annie Laurie, a figure famously referenced in the Scottish song and history.

The article explains that this fine example of Raeburn's work was painted between 1807 and 1808, during the peak of his career. The portrait was loaned anonymously for exhibition at the Harvard Museum (Fogg Museum) and is originally from the collection of Miss A. Gosharn Stirling of Edinburgh. Mrs. Veitch herself is a descendant of Annie Laurie.

This image is a historical newspaper clipping from Saturday, May 29, 1915. The headline reads "Raeburn's Portrait of Annie Laurie's Great Granddaughter, for Fogg Museum." The article discusses a portrait painted by Sir Henry Raeburn, a famous Scottish painter.

The portrait in question depicts a woman who is identified as the great-granddaughter of Annie Laurie, a figure known for her association with Scottish song and lore. The portrait was painted between 1807 and 1808, when Raeburn was at the peak of his artistic powers. The original portrait was owned by Mrs. Veitch, the great-granddaughter of Annie Laurie, and was loaned anonymously to the Harvard Museum (now known as the Fogg Museum).

The clipping includes a black-and-white photograph of the portrait, showing the woman in a seated position, dressed in period attire. The caption notes that this is an unusually fine example of Raeburn's work and that the portrait comes from the collection of Miss A. Graham Bliding of Edinburgh, who is a descendant of Mrs. Veitch.

The clipping is framed within an old piece of paper, suggesting it has been preserved over time. The photograph is credited to Boston Photo News Co.

The image is a newspaper clipping from the "Transcript," dated Saturday, May 21, 1915. The headline reads "Raeburn’s Portrait of Annie Laurie’s Great Granddaughter, for Fogg Museum."

The article describes a portrait by the renowned Scottish painter Raeburn, which is part of an exhibition at the Fogg Museum. The portrait is of an anonymous woman who is identified as the great-granddaughter of Annie Laurie, a figure famous in Scottish song and poetry. The portrait was painted around 1807 or 1808 when Raeburn was at the height of his powers. The original portrait was loaned to the Harvard Museum and is noted to be from the collection of Miss A. Graham Skiddings of Edinburgh, who is herself a descendant of Mrs. Veitch.

The photograph accompanying the article shows a detailed and historical portrait of a woman wearing a white dress and a hat, set against a cloudy or misty background. The image is accompanied by the caption "Photo by Boston Photo News Co." The newspaper clipping itself is somewhat aged and shows signs of wear and tear.

The image shows a newspaper clipping dated Saturday, May 21, 1915. The headline reads "Raeburn's Portrait of Annie Laurie's Great Granddaughter, for Fogg Museum."

The clipping features a black-and-white photograph of a portrait. The portrait is of a woman dressed in an elaborate, historical-style outfit, likely from the late 18th or early 19th century. The photograph is captioned with a description:

"This unusually fine example of the greatest of Scottish painters is on exhibition at the Harvard Museum through an anonymous loan. It was painted in 1807 or 1808, when Raeburn was at the pinnacle of his powers. The original of the portrait was the great-granddaughter of Annie Laurie, famous in Scottish song and story. Mrs. Veitch, the owner of the portrait, was a descendant of Mrs. Veitch. The picture comes from the collection of Miss A. Graham Stillingfleet of Edinburgh, herself a descendant of Mrs. Veitch."

The photograph is credited to the Boston Photo News Co. The clipping appears to be part of a larger document, possibly a transcript, and the paper has some yellowing edges, indicating age.

This image shows a vintage newspaper clipping with an aged appearance, featuring a story about Raeburn's portrait of Annie Laurie's great granddaughter being acquired for the Fogg Museum. The article is dated Saturday, May 22, 1926, as per the top left corner. The clipping includes a photograph of the mentioned portrait, though significant details of the image are obscured. Along with the text, there's a credit to 'Barton Photo News Co.' at the bottom. The yellowing of the paper and the edges' wear indicate its old age. The newspaper is pasted or placed on a white surface, and the edges, particularly on the right, exhibit perforation, hinting that it may have been torn from a bound volume or pad.

This is an old newspaper article dated Saturday, May 21, 1910. The article discusses Raeburn's Portrait of Annie Laurie's Great Granddaughter, which is set to be displayed at the Fogg Museum. The portriat depicts a person in period clothing, highlighted by a strong use of contrast between light and dark areas, emphasizing the figure's clothing and form. The article mentions that the original portrait was painted in 1807 or 1808 by Raeburn when he was at the height of his artistic powers. The portrait was notable for being an excellent example of the work of one of the greatest Scottish painters, and the person portrayed was the great-granddaughter of Annie Laurie, who is celebrated in Scottish song and history. The article also notes that the painting was a part of the collection owned by a descendant of Mrs. Veitch.

The image depicts a historical document or exhibit label housed in a protective plastic sleeve. The document is titled "Raeburn's Portrait of Annie Laurie's Great Granddaughter, for Fogg Museum" and is dated "Transcript Saturday May 24, 1915."

Key Elements:

1. Title and Context:

   • The title indicates that the document is related to a portrait by the renowned Scottish painter Sir Henry Raeburn. The portrait is of Annie Laurie's great granddaughter, and it is intended for the Fogg Museum (now part of the Harvard Art Museums).

2. Photograph:

   • Below the title, there is a black-and-white photograph of a woman. She is dressed in formal, early 20th-century attire, including a hat and a high-collared garment. Her pose is elegant, and the photograph appears to be a reproduction or scan of the original portrait.

3. Caption:

   • A detailed caption beneath the photograph provides historical context:
     • It describes the portrait as an "unusually fine example of the greatest of Scottish painters" (referring to Raeburn).
     • The original portrait was painted in 1807 or 1808, during the peak of Raeburn's career.
     • The subject of the portrait is identified as the great granddaughter of Annie Laurie, a figure famed in Scottish song and history.
     • The portrait was acquired by the Harvard Museum through an anonymous loan.
     • The picture originates from the collection of Miss A. Graham-Siding of Edinburgh, who is a descendant of Mrs. Velch.

4. Photographer Credit:

   • The photograph is credited to "Boston Photo News Co." at the bottom of the caption.

Overall Impression:

The document serves as a historical record or exhibition label, providing detailed information about the portrait, its subject, and its provenance. It highlights the significance of the artwork and its connection to Scottish cultural heritage, as well as its journey into museum collections. The protective sleeve suggests that this is a preserved archival or exhibit item, likely intended for research or display purposes.

An old newspaper clipping is displayed on a white surface. The clipping features a black-and-white photo of a woman sitting and wearing a bonnet, a long dress, and a shawl. The clipping has a title that reads "Raeburn's Portrait of Annie Laurie's Great Granddaughter, for Fogg Museum." It also includes a date, "Saturday, May 21, 1915." The clipping also has some text that reads, "This unusually fine example of the greatest of Scottish painters is on exhibition at the Harvard Museum through an anonymous loan."