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This image displays a yellowed, aged newspaper clipping mounted on a plain, light-gray background. The clipping, dated February 9, 1946, is from the Boston Herald, as indicated by the masthead at the bottom.
The headline of the article is bold and dramatic:
House Painter Admits He Found Grimy Masterpiece Amid Trash
Below this, a sub-headline adds:
$40, Unpaid Bill Bought Painting
The article details a remarkable story: a house painter, Larry J. Korn, while cleaning up trash at the estate of the late Richard L. Ransom in Hingham, Massachusetts, stumbled upon a painting. He bought the painting—for $40, the amount of his unpaid bill—from Mrs. Ransom, who didn't want to deal with the clutter.
The article, titled “Painting Found In Trash Pile” and “BETTER OFF AT BRUSH,” recounts how Korn, after having the painting cleaned, realized its artistic merit and contacted the Boston Museum of Fine Arts. Experts identified it as a work by William S. Glackens (1870–1938), a prominent American realist painter, and believed it to be “Dinner Table”, a rare early 20th-century cityscape showing a woman in a green dress.
The painting was appraised at $2,000—a significant sum in 1946. The article notes that Mr. Glackens’ estate had been settled without mentioning this painting, and his widow, Ida Glackens, confirmed she had no recollection of it being sold.
The painter, Korn, expressed relief and delight over his discovery, saying, “The lady has ‘shivered’ over painting’s fate.” He hoped to keep the painting and hang it in his house.
The clipping also includes a smaller, secondary headline:
Owner Has ‘Shivered’ Over Painting’s Fate
A small advertisement for Quadine, a dental product, is visible at the very bottom of the clipping, alongside the Boston Herald masthead and date.
Overall, the clipping tells a quintessential “rags-to-riches” story—a valuable masterpiece found in the trash, discovered by an ordinary man, highlighting the serendipity and hidden value that can lie in overlooked places.
The image appears to be a page from a newspaper. The main headline reads, "House Painter Admits He Found Grimy Masterpiece Amid Trash." The article discusses a painting that was initially thought to be lost or stolen, but was unexpectedly found in a trash pile. The painting, which was described as a valuable masterpiece, was eventually brought to a museum for further examination.
The article also includes a subheading, "Painting Found In Trash Pile," which is a continuation of the story. It seems to detail the journey of the painting from being lost, to being found, and then to being examined by experts. The article goes into some detail about the painting's background, its value, and the circumstances surrounding its discovery.
At the bottom of the page, there is an advertisement for Quadine, a product used for scratching. The date on the newspaper is July 9, 1946.
This image shows a newspaper clipping from the Boston Herald dated July 9, 1946. The clipping is about a house painter who admitted to finding a valuable painting amidst trash and subsequently buying it for $40, which was an unpaid bill. The painting, described as a "grime-covered masterpiece," was originally valued at $100,000 by its owner. The article details the circumstances of the discovery, the legal and financial aspects of the situation, and the reactions of the parties involved. The painter is quoted as saying the painting was "all we can say" valuable, and the owner is described as having "shivers" over the painting's fate. The bottom of the clipping includes an advertisement for Quadine and a note about a pet shop.
The image depicts a newspaper clipping, which appears to be from the early 20th century, based on the style of the text and the layout. The clipping is composed of two sections of newspaper, which have been cut and pasted together to form an "L" shape. The top section is a headline that reads "House Painter Admits He Found Grimy Masterpiece Amid Trash Pile." Below the headline, there is a smaller text that reads "Painting Found In Trash Pile." The bottom section of the clipping contains additional text, which seems to be a continuation of the story. The text is printed in a traditional newspaper font, and the background is a plain, light-colored surface. The clipping is slightly yellowed, indicating its age.
The image appears to be a newspaper clipping featuring a headline that reads "House Painter Admits He Found Grimy Masterpiece Amid Trash." The clipping contains two columns of text, with the left column containing a shorter article about a house painter who found a valuable painting in a trash pile. The right column contains a longer article about a painting by the artist Denver Has Shinn, which was sold for $40,000 at an auction. The clipping also includes a quote from the artist, who expressed his surprise at the painting's high price. The image has a grayish-white background, and the text is printed in black ink.
The image shows a newspaper clipping from July 9, 1946, featuring a headline that reads: "House Painter Admits He Found Grimy Masterpiece Amid Trash". Below the headline, a subheading states: "$40, Unpaid Bill Bought Painting". The article appears to detail a story about a house painter who discovered a valuable artwork while sorting through trash, leading to the purchase of the painting for $40, despite an unpaid bill.
The text is formatted in a classic newspaper style, with dense columns of print and a structured layout. The article includes quotes and details about the painting's discovery, the painter's admission, and the circumstances surrounding the purchase. The bottom of the clipping includes a handwritten note: "Baton Herald, July 9 1946", indicating the source and date of the article. The overall tone suggests a historical news story with a focus on an unexpected find and its financial implications.
This image shows a series of newspaper clippings arranged in a vertical strip set against a plain background. The cut-out articles vary in length and seem to continue the story from one clipping to the next. Based on the visible headings and text, the articles describe an event where a house painter admits he found a grimy masterpiece amid trash. It appears to be related to a particular incident involving a piece of art that has significant value or interest due to its condition or discovery circumstance.
One of the clippings at the bottom is dated with a handwritten note that reads "Bacon Hauled Away 1946," likely referring to a related event or subject matter, possibly involving a person named Bacon. It was written with black ink and indicates the date "June 9 1946."
The articles appear aged, with yellowing paper and slightly frayed edges, which often happens with vintage newsprint materials. The arrangement of the clippings seems intentional, and they are presented in a way that suggests they were collected and preserved because they tell a notable story.
This image depicts an old newspaper clipping with an article related to a house painter discovering a grimy masterpiece amidst trash. The headline reads: "House Painter Admits He Found Grimy Masterpiece Amid Trash". Subheadings further emphasize the discovery and details about the painting, such as "$40 Unpaid Bill Bought Painting" and "Painting Found in Trash Pile". The article discusses the circumstances of the discovery, the authenticity of the painting, the role of art dealers, and its fate. At the bottom right, handwritten text reads, “Brian Herald, July 9, 1946,” suggesting the publication date and source. A small advertisement for a product called "Quadine" is also included at the bottom of the clipping. The overall appearance of the newspaper is aged, with yellowing paper and detailed printing.
This image is a newspaper clipping titled "House Painter Admits He Found Grimy Masterpiece Amid Trash." The article discusses an unpaid $40 bill related to a painting that was bought. It details how a house painter and interior decorator named Mrs. Jean Bullitt Darlington entrusted a painting to the Fogart Museum, which was later sold for $100,000. The painting was originally found in a trash pile in a cellar for $40, along with some unpaid bills totaling $823. The article mentions the involvement of a lawyer, exposed conditions of the sale, and concerns about the painting's condition, including the presence of varnish.
The article further recounts how the painting was discovered among trash and furniture, the details of its appraisal, and the art dealer's denial of responsibility for any damage. It also mentions authorities' efforts to determine the painting's history and authenticity, including looking for a signature that was not found.
At the bottom, it describes the reactions of people involved, including Mrs. Darlington's comments on the painting's condition and the financial aspects of the transaction.
The clipping is from "Boston Herald," dated July 9, 1946, which is handwritten at the bottom. Some small advertisements are visible at the end, such as one for "Quadrine," a product for stopping scratching in pets.