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The image contains multiple newspaper clippings from March 18, 1930, reporting on the donation of a valuable art collection to Harvard University by Mrs. Nettie G. Naumburg, the widow of philanthropist William H. Naumburg. Here are the details from each clipping:

1. The World (March 18, 1930) - "Harvard Gets Naumburg Art, $125,000 for Maintenance"

   • Mrs. Nettie G. Naumburg has donated a collection of artworks, including pieces by Rembrandt, Rubens, and El Greco, to Harvard University.
   • The donation includes three rooms and their furnishings from her West 87th Street home, which will be transferred to Harvard.
   • The gift also includes a $125,000 maintenance fund.
   • The donation was made public on March 17, 1930, and the will was probated by former Justice Prosser of New York.

2. Boston Herald (March 18, 1930) - "Rare Art Collection Willed Harvard Under Unique Terms by N.Y. Woman"

   • Mrs. Naumburg has donated her art collection to Harvard University, including paintings by Rembrandt and El Greco.
   • The donation includes three rooms from her home, which will be transferred to Harvard.
   • The gift also includes a $125,000 maintenance fund.
   • The donation was made public on March 17, 1930, and the will was probated by former Justice Prosser of New York.

3. New York Times (March 18, 1930) - "Harvard Museum Gets Naumburg Art"

   • The William Hayes Fogg Museum at Harvard University has received the donation of Mrs. Nettie G. Naumburg, which includes three rooms from her home and a $125,000 maintenance fund.
   • The collection includes tapestries, jewels, textiles, and paintings by Rembrandt and El Greco.
   • The donation was made public on March 17, 1930, and the will was probated by former Justice Prosser of New York.

4. Additional Information

   • The donation includes a $100,000 fund to preserve the rooms and a $50,000 fund for maintenance.
   • The rooms will be moved to Harvard University and will be open to the public.
   • The donation was made in memory of Mrs. Naumburg's husband, William H. Naumburg, who was a philanthropist and art collector.

The clippings highlight the significance of the donation and the unique terms under which the art collection was bequeathed to Harvard University.

The image shows a collage of newspaper clippings from 1930 regarding the bequest of a valuable art collection to Harvard University by the widow of Aaron Naumburg, a philanthropist. Here's a detailed summary of the articles:

1. The World (March 18, 1930):

   • Title: "Harvard Gets Naumberg Art, $125,000 for Maintenance."
   • Summary: The collection includes notable works by Rembrandt, Rubens, and El Greco. The bequest includes tapestries, paintings, and other artworks. The collection is valued at $125,000 and will be used for maintenance purposes. The will specifies that the rooms and furnishings must be kept intact.

2. Boston Herald (March 18, 1930):

   • Title: "Rare Art Collection Willed Harvard Under Unique Terms by N.Y. Woman."
   • Summary: The widow of Aaron Naumburg, Nettie Naumburg, has left her extensive art collection to Harvard. The terms include that the rooms must remain in their original condition. The rooms will be used for exhibitions and maintaining the artworks.

3. New York Times (March 18, 1930):

   • Title: "Harvard Museum Gets Naumberg Art."
   • Summary: The Harvard Museum at William and Mary receives a significant art collection bequeathed by Nettie Naumburg. The collection includes a variety of items like tapestries, paintings, and other artworks. The will stipulates that the rooms will be moved and maintained intact. The will also provides funds for various charitable bequests totaling $100,000.

4. Specifics and Additional Notes:

   • The collection is detailed to include specific works and their locations, with a stipulation that the rooms must be preserved in their original condition.
   • The will includes provisions for the transportation and setting up of the rooms at Harvard.
   • There's mention of the bequest being accepted by Harvard for its museum, and the bequest is noted for the preservation of art and cultural heritage.

The articles collectively highlight the generosity and meticulous planning of the bequest, which aims to enrich the Harvard Museum with significant artworks and ensure their preservation.

The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from different publications, all dated March 18, 1930. The articles are about the philanthropic bequest of Mrs. Nettie G. Naumburg, who has willed her extensive art collection and significant funds to Harvard University for the establishment and maintenance of an art museum.

1. The World - March 18, 1930: "Harvard Gets Naumburg Art, $125,000 for Maintenance"

   • This article reports that Mrs. Nettie G. Naumburg, widow of Aaron Naumburg, has bequeathed her art collection, including works by Rembrandt, Rubens, and El Greco, to Harvard. The bequest includes $125,000 for the maintenance of the collection. The articles mention that the collection will be housed in the Fogg Art Museum and highlight the condition that the collection must be kept intact and not loaned out.

2. Boston Herald - March 18, 1930: "Rare Art Collection Willed Harvard Under Unique Terms by N. Y. Woman"

   • This article provides additional details, noting that the bequest is valued at $250,000 and includes specific instructions for the care and display of the art. The piece also underscores that the collection will be known as the Aaron Naumburg collection and that the rooms housing the collection should be named after her late husband.

3. New York Times - March 18, 1930: "Harvard Museum Gets Naumburg Art" and "Rooms Will Be Moved"

   • These articles provide comprehensive details about the bequest, including the types of artworks, the conditions set by Mrs. Naumburg, and the plans for the construction of suitable gallery space. The articles also mention that the Fogg Art Museum will receive additional funds for an endowment to preserve the collection.

In summary, the clippings collectively detail the generous bequest by Mrs. Nettie G. Naumburg to Harvard University, emphasizing the value and significance of the art collection, the specific conditions for its maintenance and display, and the planned establishment of a dedicated gallery space for the collection at the Fogg Art Museum.

The image contains newspaper articles from two publications dated March 1930: the Boston Herald and The New York Times.

Boston Herald (March 18, 1930)

Headline:
"Harvard Gets Naumberg Art, $125,000 for Maintenance"
"Rare Art Collection Willed Harvard Under Unique Terms by N.Y. Woman"

Content:
The article discusses the bequest of an extensive art collection to Harvard University by the widow of Aaron Naumberg, a hat manufacturer. The collection includes works by renowned artists such as Rembrandt, Rubens, and El Greco. Mrs. Naumberg specified that the collection should be housed in rooms named after her late husband and maintained in their present condition.

Key points:

1. Art Collection: The collection features masterpieces, including portraits, landscapes, and textiles.
2. Funding: Alongside the art, Mrs. Naumberg left $125,000 for the upkeep and maintenance of the collection.
3. Conditions: The bequest stipulates that the art must be kept in its current state and setting, with no alterations or sales.
4. Transportation: The collection, previously housed in her New York residence, will be moved to the Fogg Museum at Harvard.
5. Museum Expansion: The university needs to create a proper space for the collection, which might involve building new rooms or expanding existing ones.

The New York Times (March 13, 1930)

Headline:
"Harvard Museum Gets Naumberg Art"
"Will of Hat Manufacturer’s Widow Bequeaths Gallery of Paintings and Tapestry"

Content:
This article also covers the bequest of the Naumberg art collection to Harvard's Fogg Museum. It highlights that the collection will be moved intact and specifies that it includes famous works like Rembrandt's "Portrait of an Old Man" and El Greco's "Christ Driving the Money Changers from the Temple."

Key points:

1. Specific Artworks: The article lists specific masterpieces included in the bequest.
2. Funds: Harvard will receive $100,000 for the preservation of the collection and an additional $50,000 for 17 charities.
3. Conditions: The will states that the collection must remain as is, and no piece can be sold or moved from the designated rooms.
4. Charitable Bequests: Mrs. Naumberg also left substantial amounts to other institutions, including $150,000 to the Greenwich House Club of New York.

Both articles emphasize the significance of the Naumberg bequest, the conditions attached to it, and the substantial funding provided for the maintenance and display of the art collection at Harvard University.

The image contains several newspaper clippings from March 18, 1930, detailing the bequest of a significant art collection by Mrs. Nettie Goldsmith Naumberg to Harvard University. Here's a detailed summary of each clipping:

1. The World, March 18, 1930 - Headline: "Harvard Gets Naumberg Art, $125,000 for Maintenance"

   • Mrs. Nettie Goldsmith Naumberg, widow of Aaron Naumberg, bequeathed her collection of art, including works by Rembrandt, Rubens, and El Greco, to Harvard University.
   • The collection includes paintings, tapestries, textiles, statuary, and other furnishings from her residence at the Hotel des Artistes.
   • The will specifies that Harvard should maintain the collection intact and transport it to a museum, with $125,000 allocated for upkeep.
   • The collection is valued at $250,000, with an additional $100,000 for the upkeep of the rooms housing the art.

2. Boston Herald, March 18, 1930 - Headline: "Rare Art Collection Willed Harvard Under Unique Terms by N.Y. Woman"

   • Mrs. Naumberg's will stipulates that the collection should be kept intact and housed in a museum.
   • The will also includes a bequest of $100,000 to Harvard for the preservation of the artworks.
   • The collection will be housed in a specially constructed room at the Fogg Art Museum, with the maintenance cost covered by an additional $125,000.

3. New York Times, March 18, 1930 - Headline: "Harvard Museum Gets Naumberg Art"

   • The article explains that Mrs. Naumberg's will bequeaths her art collection to Harvard, including a gallery of paintings and tapestries.
   • The collection will be moved to the Fogg Art Museum, with $100,000 allocated for preservation and $50,000 for the construction of new rooms.
   • The will also includes charitable bequests to various institutions, with a total of $1,000,000 distributed among them.
   • Mrs. Naumberg's husband, Aaron Naumberg, was a prominent hat manufacturer.

Overall, these clippings highlight the significant donation of art and the unique terms set by Mrs. Naumberg for the preservation and display of her collection at Harvard University.

The image is a collage of three newspaper clippings from March 18, 1930, detailing the bequest of a significant art collection to Harvard University by Nettie Naumburg.

1. The World (Top Left):

   • The headline reads: "Harvard Gets Naumburg Art, $125,000 for Maintenance."
   • The article describes the bequest of a valuable art collection by Nettie Naumburg, the widow of Aaron Naumburg, to Harvard University.
   • The collection includes works by Rembrandt, Rubens, and El Greco.
   • The bequest includes $125,000 for the maintenance of the collection, with $100,000 earmarked for the preservation of the art rooms and $25,000 for the upkeep of the collection itself.
   • The rooms and artworks will be moved to Harvard’s Fogg Museum, and the collection is estimated to be worth millions.

2. Boston Herald (Top Right):

   • The headline reads: "Rare Art Collection Willed Harvard Under Unique Terms by N.Y. Woman."
   • This article also covers the bequest, noting that the collection includes valuable pieces and the will specifies that the art rooms should be kept intact.
   • It mentions the unique conditions of the bequest, including the stipulation that the rooms and artworks are to be preserved in their current state.
   • The collection is described as one of the most significant private collections of its time.

3. New York Times (Bottom):

   • The headline reads: "Harvard Museum Gets Naumburg Art."
   • The article provides further details on the bequest, emphasizing that the collection includes a wide range of art, including tapestries, textiles, and paintings.
   • It mentions that the bequest also includes a significant amount of money for the upkeep of the collection and the preservation of the rooms.
   • The article details the extensive list of charitable bequests, with specific amounts directed to various institutions and causes, including hospitals, schools, and religious organizations.

Overall, these clippings highlight the generosity of Nettie Naumburg in bequeathing a substantial art collection to Harvard University, along with significant funds for its maintenance and preservation.

The image shows three newspaper clippings, all dated March 18, 1930. Each clipping is from different newspapers: "The World," "Boston Herald," and "New York Times." They feature headlines about Harvard University receiving the Naumburg art collection along with a sizable endowment for maintenance.

The first clipping from "The World" states, "Harvard Gets Naumburg Art, $125,000 for Maintenance," mentioning Rembrandts, Rubenses, and El Grecos among the treasures left by a philanthropist's widow.

The second clipping from the "Boston Herald" has a similar headline: "Harvard Museum Gets Naumburg Art" and goes into further detail about the will of a hat manufacturer's widow bequeathing her gallery of paintings and tapestry to Harvard.

The third clipping from the "New York Times" highlights that the rare art collection was willed to Harvard under unique terms by a New York woman.

They all cover the same event, reporting that art pieces including notable artists' work are part of the donation, and discuss the specific financial arrangements for maintaining the collection, along with other special conditions of the bequest. There are holes punched on the right-hand side of the page, suggesting that these clippings might have been archived in a folder or binder.

This image depicts a collection of newspaper clippings that appear to be focused on the announcement of Harvard University receiving a significant art collection and funds for maintenance. The articles are dated March 18, 1930, and originate from various newspapers including "The World," "Boston Herald," and "New York Times."

Key details covered in these articles include:

1. Harvard's acquisition of the Naumburg Art Collection and a maintenance fund of $125,000 bequeathed by Mrs. Nettie A. Naumburg posthumously.
2. The inclusion of notable artworks by Rembrandt, Rubens, and El Greco among the treasures bequeathed.
3. A description of Mrs. Naumburg as the widow of a philanthropist and art manufacturer.
4. The donation also involves Harvard's museum collaborating with Mrs. Naumburg's collection to create properly curated exhibits and conditions.
5. Funds mentioned including $50,000 to be distributed to various charities alongside the substantial contribution to Harvard.
6. Unique conditions and terms under which the donation has been made, emphasizing preservation efforts, possible relocation of the collection, and considerations for maintaining its integrity.

The articles also include specifics about related bequests and indicate the significance of this philanthropic gesture to the academia and arts community.

This image shows a scrapbook page that contains multiple newspaper clippings related to a significant art bequest to Harvard University. The articles, dated around March 18, 1930, discuss the donation of art collections from Mrs. Nettie Naumburg, widow of Aaron Naumburg, a philanthropist and hat manufacturer. The bequest includes valuable artworks such as Rembrandts, Rubens, El Grecos, tapestries, textiles, statuary, furniture, and other rare art objects.

The headlines include:

• "Harvard Gets Naumberg Art, $125,000 for Maintenance" with details on the arrangement for maintaining the art and providing spaces for artists.
• "Rare Art Collection Willed Harvard Under Unique Terms by N.Y. Woman" explaining the terms of the will, the conditions of the collection's display, and the identification of rooms for art and visitors’ use.
• "Harvard Museum Gets Naumburg Art" describing the materials, rooms, monetary gifts to preserve the collection, and the overall significance of the bequest.

Additional information describes financial details such as $100,000 given for upkeep and $25,000 for transportation and setting up the collection. The articles emphasize the educational and cultural importance of the donation, including funds allotted to various charities related to music, health, and social services.

The page shows handwritten references to the newspapers "The World," "Boston Herald," and "New York Times," all with the March 18, 1930 date, indicating the clippings are from prominent publications covering the event. The scrapbook page has three hole punches on the right side, suggesting it was kept in a binder or album.

The image is a scanned newspaper clipping from March 18, 1930, featuring headlines and articles from multiple publications, including The World, Boston Herald, and New York Times. The content focuses on a significant art donation to Harvard University.

Key Details from the Image:

Headlines:

1. "Harvard Gets Naumberg Art, $125,000 for Maintenance"

   • This headline emphasizes that Harvard University has received a substantial art collection from the estate of Mrs. Nettie G. Naumberg, along with $125,000 for maintenance.

2. "Rare Art Collection Willed Harvard Under Unique Terms by N.Y. Woman"

   • This headline highlights that the donation was made under unique terms by a New York woman, Nettie G. Naumberg.

Main Articles:

1. "Rembrandts, Rubenses and El Grecos Among Treasures Left by Philanthropist's Widow"

   • The article details the contents of the art collection, which includes works by renowned artists such as Rembrandt, Rubens, and El Greco. It mentions that the collection was bequeathed by Nettie G. Naumberg, the widow of Aaron Naumberg, a hat manufacturer.

2. "Harvard Museum Gets Naumberg Art"

   • This article elaborates on the donation, specifying that the collection includes paintings, tapestries, jewelry, and other artworks. It notes that the donation includes notable pieces such as Rembrandt's Portrait of an Old Man, El Greco's Christ Driving the Money Changers from the Temple, and works by Franz Hals and Murillo.

3. "ROOMS WILL BE MOVED"

   • This section discusses the logistical aspects of the donation, indicating that rooms within the Harvard Museum will be reconfigured or moved to accommodate the new collection. It also mentions that the university will receive an additional $90,000 to preserve the artworks.

Additional Details:

• Terms of the Bequest:
  The donation includes specific conditions, such as the requirement that Harvard accept the collection within one year of the will's probate. The collection must be housed in a designated area of the museum, and the university is responsible for its maintenance and preservation.

• Value of the Collection:
  The collection is valued at over $1 million, with an additional $125,000 provided for maintenance. The donation also includes funds for transporting and installing the artworks.

• Other Beneficiaries:
  The article mentions that other beneficiaries of the Naumberg estate include various charitable organizations, such as the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, the League of Women Voters, and several educational institutions.

• Source Publications:
  The clipping includes excerpts from The World, Boston Herald, and New York Times, all dated March 18, 1930, indicating widespread media coverage of the event.

Visual Layout:

• The clipping is a collage of newspaper clippings, with headlines and articles arranged in a grid-like format.
• The text is typed in a classic newspaper font, and the layout includes columns typical of early 20th-century newspapers.
• The clippings are slightly faded, suggesting age and historical significance.

Overall Context:

The image captures a significant cultural and philanthropic event from 1930, showcasing the generous donation of a rare and valuable art collection to Harvard University by Nettie G. Naumberg. The articles emphasize the historical and artistic importance of the donation, as well as the unique terms under which it was made. The inclusion of multiple newspaper sources highlights the public interest and media coverage of this event.