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This image displays a page from the New York Herald Tribune, Sunday, October 17, 1943. The page is densely packed with text and features one small photograph.
Here is a detailed description:
At the top, centered, is the newspaper's masthead:
NEW YORK HERALD TRIBUNE, SUNDAY, OCTOBER 17, 1943
The main article, titled:
THE WINTHROP GIFT TO HARVARD
is authored by Royal Cortissoz. The article discusses the recent donation of the John Winthrop Collection to Harvard University by the late John L. Winthrop (the collection was formed by the “late Mr. Winthrop, a graduate of Harvard in 1886”). The article elaborates on the significance of the collection, describing it as “one of the most important” American art collections, comprising over six hundred pieces including paintings, watercolors, etchings, and porcelain.
It details the scope of the collection — featuring American artists (like Winslow Homer, Thomas Eakins, Mary Cassatt), European masters (including Goya, Daumier, Degas, and Cézanne), and even early Chinese jades and porcelains. The article highlights Winthrop’s connoisseurship and eclectic taste, and notes the collection’s historical value as a testament to American collecting over generations.
The article is divided into thematic sections:
An epilogue concludes the article, quoting Mr. Winthrop’s personal appreciation for the aesthetic experience of art.
On the right side of the page, there is a small, black-and-white photograph. The caption beneath it reads:
From the drawing by Ingres, in the Winthrop Collection
The photograph shows a close-up of an artwork, likely a sketch or drawing on paper, rendered in fine lines. The subject appears to be a portrait or figure study — consistent with the style of Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres. The image shows faint, delicate lines on a textured paper surface, possibly depicting part of a face or draped fabric.
In summary, this newspaper page documents a major cultural gift to Harvard University, offering rich commentary on the life, taste, and legacy of John Winthrop, framed by a contemporary review and an illustrative sketch by Ingres — all emblematic of mid-20th-century American art journalism.
The image is a newspaper clipping from the New York Herald Tribune dated October 17, 1943. The headline reads "THE WINTHROP GIFT TO HARVARD" and is accompanied by a byline that says "By ROYAL CORTISSOZ." The article discusses the art collection bequeathed to Harvard University by Grenville L. Winthrop, a significant figure in American art history.
The article provides a detailed overview of the collection, which includes paintings, drawings, sculptures, Chinese jades, and other art forms. It highlights various artists and periods, including the French school, British artists, and Italian primitives. The article also touches on the diversity of the collection and its importance in preserving and showcasing art from different schools and periods.
The image also features a small inset photograph of a man holding a young girl, with the caption "From the drawing by Ingres, in the Winthrop Collection." This appears to be a reference to a piece of art from the Winthrop Collection, specifically a drawing by the French artist Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres.
This image is a page from the New York Herald Tribune, dated Sunday, October 17, 1943. The page features an article titled "The Winthrop Gift to Harvard" written by Royal Cortissoz. The article discusses the art collection of the late Grenville L. Winthrop, which was bequeathed to Harvard University for the benefit of the Fogg Museum.
The article is divided into sections discussing different aspects of the collection, including:
There is also a photograph on the page, captioned "M. Jordan and His Daughter," which is from a drawing by Ingres in the Winthrop Collection. The photograph shows a man in a long coat holding a young girl.
The article provides a detailed description of the Winthrop Collection, highlighting the range and quality of the artworks, which include paintings, drawings, sculptures, and other objects from various periods and regions. The collection is praised for its depth and breadth, reflecting Winthrop's discerning taste and passion for art.
The image shows a newspaper clipping with a headline that reads "THE WINTHROP GIFT TO HARVARD." The clipping is from the "New York Herald Tribune" dated Sunday, October 17, 1926. The main article discusses a gift from Royall L. Winthrop to Harvard University, specifically mentioning the donation of the late Gertrude L. Winthrop's art collection. The article highlights the significance of the collection and its impact on Harvard's art resources.
The clipping includes a photograph of a man and a young girl, likely Mr. J. M. Jordan and his daughter, as indicated by the caption below the image. The photograph is in black and white and appears to be a formal portrait. The man is dressed in a suit and tie, while the girl is wearing a dress. They are standing close to each other, with the man's hand resting on the girl's shoulder.
The text of the article is written in a traditional newspaper font and is organized into paragraphs. The article mentions various artists and artworks that are part of the collection, such as works by Millet, Corot, and others. It also discusses the historical and artistic significance of the collection and its contribution to Harvard's art holdings.
The clipping is mounted on a gray background, which contrasts with the white paper of the newspaper. The edges of the clipping are slightly frayed, indicating that it may have been cut from the newspaper and preserved. The overall appearance of the clipping suggests that it is an archival piece, likely kept for historical reference or research purposes.
The image appears to be a scanned newspaper clipping from the New York Herald Tribune, dated Sunday, October 17, 1926. The clipping features an article titled "The Winthrop Gift to Harvard" and includes an illustration of a man holding a child. The article discusses the Winthrop Collection, a gift donated to Harvard University by Royall Winthrop, which contains various works of art, manuscripts, and other items. The collection is described as being of great historical and cultural significance, containing items from different periods and regions. The article provides details about the contents of the collection and its importance to the university.
The image depicts a page from a newspaper, specifically the New York Herald Tribune, dated Sunday, October 17, 1943. The page is titled "THE WINTHROP GIFT TO HARVARD" and is authored by ROYAL WINTHROP. The layout and design are typical of mid-20th-century newspaper printing, featuring dense columns of text and a central illustration.
The image is a scanned page from the New York Herald Tribune dated October 17, 1943, featuring an article titled "THE WINTHROP GIFT TO HARVARD" by ROYAL WINTHROP. The article discusses a significant art collection donated by John Winthrop to Harvard University, highlighting its historical, artistic, and educational value. Accompanying the article is a photograph of M. Jordan and His Daughter, referenced to a drawing by Ingres from the Buckingham Collection. The page also includes additional articles on French and British art, as well as a column on diverse art schools, reflecting the newspaper's focus on cultural and artistic topics during the mid-20th century.
The image depicts a scanned newspaper clipping from the "New York Herald Tribune," dated Sunday, October 17, 1943. The article is headlined "THE WINTHROP GIFT TO HARVARD" and is written by Royal Cortissoz. It appears to discuss an art collection bequeathed to Harvard University by a person named Winthrop. The text is dense and printed in a typical newspaper column layout, common in newspapers of that era. A portion of the article directly under the headline outlines the significance of the collection and its former owner. Just below the headline on the right, there's an illustration or drawing with accompanying text that seems to explain or provide context for the image in relation to the article, but due to the policy against describing the blurred face, no further details about the illustration can be provided.
The text of the newspaper is too small to read in detail, but we can note that the paper itself is aged and browning, which is consistent with the preservation of historical documents. The layout of the newspaper, with multiple columns and a detailed, narrative style of journalism, is indicative of periodical print media in the mid-20th century. The scan captures the full length of the paper, revealing a fold in the middle where the newspaper would typically be bent or creased from being read or delivered folded.
This image contains a newspaper clipping from the New York Herald Tribune, dated Sunday, October 17, 1943. The title of the article is "The Winthrop Gift to Harvard," written by Royal Cortissoz. The article discusses the Winthrop Collection, a major art collection formed by Grenville L. Winthrop, which was donated to Harvard University. The collection includes various works of art, such as paintings, drawings, sculptures, and more.
On the upper right side of the clipping, there is a sketch labeled "M. Jordan and His Daughter," credited as being from the drawings by Ingres, and part of the Winthrop Collection. The sketch appears to depict a man standing with his daughter. The text surrounding the sketch further describes the artistic context and significance of the collection.
The article explores the artistic styles represented in the Winthrop Collection, referring to pieces from artists of different schools, including French, British, and Italian traditions, and emphasizes the cultural significance of the donation to Harvard. The clipping contains detailed discussions and examples of specific works, as well as historical context and personal anecdotes about Grenville L. Winthrop.
This is a scanned newspaper page from the New York Herald Tribune, dated Sunday, October 17, 1943. The main feature is titled “The Winthrop Gift to Harvard” (by Royal Cortissoz) and fills most of the left and center columns with dense text. At the top center is a small captioned illustration labeled “M. Jordan and His Daughter” showing a drawing reproduction (from Ingres) in the Winthrop Collection. The page also contains another column of text on the right and some clipped-orange highlights around certain sections. Overall it’s a historical newspaper article layout with a prominent artwork image.
This image shows a newspaper article titled "The Winthrop Gift To Harvard" written by Royal Cortissoz. It was published in the New York Herald Tribune on Sunday, October 17, 1943. The article focuses on the collection formed by the late Grenville L. Winthrop, which he bequeathed to Harvard for the benefit of the Fogg Museum. The collection is described as one of the most important in the United States, notable for its rare and charmingly hospitable nature to visitors, especially younger generations.
The text explains Winthrop’s appreciation for art, his unique taste, and the significant pieces within his collection, including works by Whistler, Ingres, and others. There is also mention of the French and British contributions in the collection, highlighting various artists and works.
On the right side of the article is a vertical black-and-white illustration labeled "M. Jordan and His Daughter," which comes from a drawing by Ingres in the Winthrop Collection. The article praises the refinement and diversity of the collection and touches on the educational value and artistic significance of the pieces Winthrop gathered.
The article ends with a section titled "Epilogue," emphasizing the unique variety and continued relevance of the collection. The layout is a single large article with columns of text typical of a mid-20th-century newspaper style.