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The image consists of two overlapping pieces of paper. The top piece of paper appears to be an advertisement from Burrelle's Press Clipping Bureau, established in 1888, located at 165 Church Street, New York. The contact number provided is BARclay 7-5371. Below the company information, there is a reference to the "New York, N.Y. Daily News" with circulation figures provided (Circ. D. 2,354,444 S. 4,599,524). The date "MAR 31 1948" is handwritten on this advertisement.

The bottom piece of paper is a news clipping that details an article about a $1,900,000 art gift. The clipping mentions that a gift of paintings and other art works valued at $1,900,000 was made to Harvard University. The article notes that this information was disclosed with the filing of an estate tax appraisal by counsel for the estate of Grenville Lindall Winthrop, an attorney and art collector. It is mentioned that Winthrop died in 1943. The word "ADVERTISEMENT" is printed at the bottom of this news clipping, indicating that the news article was sponsored or promoted by the company listed at the top of the image.

This image shows a vintage press clipping from the New York Daily News, dated March 31, 1948. The clipping is part of a collection handled by Burrelle's Press Clipping Bureau, established in 1888, with their contact information listed as 165 Church Street, New York, and a phone number BArclay 7-5371.

The headline of the clipping reads "$1,900,000 Art Gift." The article announces that Harvard University received a gift of paintings and other art works valued at $1,900,000. This gift was disclosed with the filing of an estate tax appraisal by the counsel for the estate of Grenville Lindall Winthrop, an attorney and art collector who died in 1943. The text at the bottom of the clipping indicates that it is an advertisement.

The image shows a vintage advertisement from Burrelle's Press Clipping Bureau, established in 1888. The advertisement is for a gift of paintings and other art works valued at $1,900,000 to Harvard University. The advertisement includes the name of the donor, Grenville Lindall Winthrop, an attorney and art collector who died in 1943. The advertisement also includes the address and contact information for Burrelle's Press Clipping Bureau, located at 165 Church Street in New York City.

The image shows two pieces of paper. The first paper is a business card for a press clipping bureau named "Burrelle's," established in 1888. The card includes the address, "165 Church Street, New York," and the contact information, "NEW YORK, N. Y. DAILY NEWS Circ. D. 2,354,444 S. 4,599,524." The card also includes the date "MAR 31 1940."

The second piece of paper is an advertisement for a $1,900,000 art gift to Harvard University. The advertisement states that the gift was disclosed with the filing of an estate tax appraisal by counsel for the estate of Grenville Lindall Winthrop, an attorney and art collector who died in 1943. The advertisement is dated "MAR 31 1940."

The image shows a vintage newspaper clipping or advertisement from the New York Daily News, dated March 31, 1949. The clipping is from Burelle's Press Clipping Bureau, located at 165 Church Street, New York, and is marked as an advertisement.

Key Details:

1. Header Information:

   • The top section features the logo and name of Burelle's, established in 1888, with a contact number Barclay 7-5371.
   • It identifies the source as the New York Daily News, noting its circulation figures: Circ. D. 2,354,444 S. 4,599,524.

2. Main Content:

   • The headline announces a significant $1,900,000 Art Gift.
   • The text explains that a collection of paintings and other art works, valued at $1,900,000, was donated to Harvard University.
   • The donation was disclosed following the filing of an estate tax appraisal by counsel for the estate of Grenville Lindall Winthrop, an attorney and art collector who passed away in 1943.

3. Design and Layout:

   • The clipping has a classic, vintage aesthetic with a beige or light brown paper background.
   • The text is printed in a mix of serif and sans-serif fonts, with the headline in a bold, eye-catching style.
   • The layout is clean and structured, typical of newspaper clippings from the mid-20th century.

Context:

The clipping highlights a notable event in the art world—the generous donation of a substantial art collection to Harvard University. It reflects the historical significance of art patronage and the role of estates in preserving cultural heritage. The mention of Grenville Lindall Winthrop, a prominent attorney and art collector, adds context to the donor's background and the value of the gift.

Overall, the image captures a moment of historical importance in the intersection of art, philanthropy, and academia.

The image presents a collection of two newspaper clippings, each with its own unique content and context.

Newspaper Clipping 1: Burrelle's Press Clipping Bureau

• Company Information
  • Established in 1888
  • Barclay 7-5371
• Address
  • 165 Church Street - New York
• Services Offered
  • Press clipping bureau

Newspaper Clipping 2: $1,900,000 Art Gift

• Headline
  • "$1,900,000 Art Gift"
• Content
  • A gift of paintings and other artworks valued at $1,900,000 to Harvard University was disclosed yesterday with the filing here of an estate tax appraisal by counsel for the estate of Grenville Lindall Winthrop, attorney and art collector. Winthrop died in 1943.

In summary, the image features two newspaper clippings that provide information about Burrelle's Press Clipping Bureau and a significant art gift to Harvard University. The first clipping offers details about the company's establishment, address, and services, while the second clipping reports on the substantial art donation.

The image presents a newspaper clipping from the New York Daily News, dated March 21, 1948, with a headline that reads "$1,900,000 Art Gift." The clipping is accompanied by a card from Burdelle's Press Clipping Bureau, which provided the service of clipping and delivering relevant news articles to clients.

Newspaper Clipping:

• Headline: "$1,900,000 Art Gift"
• Date: March 21, 1948
• Content: The article reports on a gift of paintings and other art works valued at $1,900,000 to Harvard University, disclosed through an estate tax appraisal filed by the counsel for the estate of Grenville Lindall Winthrop, an attorney and art collector who died in 1943.
• Notable Features: The clipping has been annotated with red underlining, highlighting specific words and phrases.

Burdelle's Press Clipping Bureau Card:

• Company Name: Burdelle's
• Established: 1888
• Contact Information: Barclay 7-5371, 165 Church Street, New York
• Service: Press Clipping Bureau
• Newspaper Information: New York Daily News, Circulation: 2,354,444 (Daily), 4,599,524 (Sunday)

The image provides a glimpse into the past, showcasing a significant art donation to Harvard University and the services offered by Burdelle's Press Clipping Bureau.

The image presents a collection of two vintage newspaper clippings, showcasing distinct characteristics and information.

Top Clipping:
The top clipping features a beige background with black text. At the top, the name "Burrele's" is prominently displayed in large cursive font, accompanied by a pair of scissors positioned between the "r" and "e". Below this, the text reads:

• ESTABLISHED 1888
• Barclay 7-5371
• PRESS CLIPPING BUREAU
• 165 Church Street - New York

Further down, the clipping provides details about the New York Daily News, including:

• NEW YORK, N.Y.
• DAILY NEWS
• Circ. D. 2,354,444 S. 4,599,524

A faint date stamp on the clipping reads "MAR 31 1948".

Bottom Clipping:
The bottom clipping has a yellowed background with black text. The headline reads "$1,900,000 Art Gift", with the "$1,900,000" portion highlighted in red. The article discusses a gift of paintings and other art works valued at $1,900,000 to Harvard University, as disclosed with the filing of an estate tax appraisal by counsel for the estate of Grenville Lindall Winthrop, attorney and art collector. Notably, Winthrop died in 1943.

Background:
Both clippings are set against a plain gray background, suggesting that they may be part of a larger collection or archive. Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the past, highlighting significant events and information from a bygone era.

The image presents a newspaper clipping featuring an advertisement for Burrelle's Press Clipping Bureau, accompanied by a news article about a significant art gift.

Advertisement:

• The advertisement is positioned at the top of the image.
• It features the company name "Burrelle's" in large, cursive font.
• Below the company name, the text reads "ESTABLISHED 1888" and "BArclay 7-5371."
• The address "165 Church Street - New York" is listed below.
• A horizontal line separates the address from the rest of the advertisement.
• The text "NEW YORK, N.Y. DAILY NEWS" appears below the line, followed by "Circ. D. 2,354,444 S. 4,599,524."
• The date "MAR 31 1948" is printed below the circulation information.

News Article:

• The news article is situated below the advertisement.
• The headline reads "$1,900,000 Art Gift."
• The article reports that Harvard University received a gift of paintings and other artworks valued at $1,900,000.
• The donation was disclosed yesterday, along with the filing of an estate tax appraisal by counsel for the estate of Grenville Lindall Winthrop, attorney and art collector.
• Winthrop passed away in 1943.

Background:

• The background of the image is a light gray color.
• The newspaper clipping appears to be placed on top of the background, creating a sense of depth and layering.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from the New York Daily News, dated March 31, 1948. The clipping is from a press clipping bureau called Burrelle's, which was established in 1888 and located at 165 Church Street in New York. The bureau's contact information includes a Barclay phone number (7-5371) and a circulation detail (Circ. D. 2,354,444 S. 4,599,524).

The article in the clipping is titled "$1,900,000 Art Gift." It reports that Harvard University received a gift of paintings and other artworks valued at $1,900,000. The gift was disclosed with the filing of an estate tax appraisal by the counsel for the estate of Grenville L. Winthrop, an attorney and art collector who died in 1943. The article is marked as an advertisement at the bottom.