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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, May 1947-February 1950

ARCH.2003.30, Rendition: 802681

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The image depicts a vintage news clipping or a piece of paper with printed text and a logo. At the top of the paper, there is a logo with cursive script that says "Burrelle's" and a pair of scissors as part of the design. Below the logo, there is text that reads "ESTABLISHED 1888," followed by a phone number "BARclay 7-5371," and "PRESS CLIPPING BUREAU" along with an address "165 Church Street - New York."

Below this information, there is a reference to "WASHINGTON, D.C. TIMES-HERALD (Eve.)" with a circulation figure "Circ. D. 243,902." The date "MAR 31 1948" is also visible, indicating when the clipping was taken.

The main content of the paper is a news article titled "Harvard Bequeathed Art Worth $1,900,000." The article details a gift of paintings and other art works valued at $1,900,000 to Harvard University from the estate of Grenville Lindall Winthrop, an attorney and art collector, who died in 1943. The article is dated "NEW YORK, March 31 (NY News)."

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This image shows a newspaper clipping titled "Harvard Bequeathed Art Worth $1,900,000." It is from the Washington, D.C. Times-Herald (Evening Edition), dated March 31 (presumably 1948). The article reports that Harvard University received a gift of paintings and other art works valued at $1,900,000, which 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 clipping is attached to a piece of paper with the logo and details of Burrelle's Press Clipping Bureau, which was established in 1888 and located at 165 Church Street, New York. The paper includes a phone number: BARclay 7-5371. There is also a library stamp on the paper indicating "MAR 31 1948."

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The image is of a clipping from the Washington Times-Herald, dated March 31, 1948. The clipping is from Burrelle's Press Clipping Bureau, located at 165 Church Street in New York City. The clipping features a headline that reads "Harvard Bequeathed Art Worth $1,900,000." The text of the clipping explains that a gift of paintings and other art works valued at $1,900,000 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.

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The image shows a clipping from a newspaper article. The clipping is from the Washington Times-Herald, with the date of March 31, 1944. The clipping is from a press clipping bureau called "Burrelle's," which is located at 165 Church Street in New York. The clipping is about a gift of paintings and other art works valued at $1,900,000 to Harvard University. The gift 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, who died in 1943. The clipping is printed on a beige-colored paper and has a black border around the edges. The text is printed in black ink and is arranged in a column format. The clipping is attached to a piece of cardboard with a white border.

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The image shows a vintage press clipping or news article printed on a card or label. The card is rectangular with a light brown, textured background, giving it an aged appearance. The text is printed in black ink and is divided into two main sections.

Top Section:

  • Header: The top prominently displays the name "Buffelles" in an elegant, cursive font, followed by the phrase "ESTABLISHED 1888" in smaller, uppercase letters.
  • Contact Information: Below the header, it reads "Barclay 7-5371" and "PRESS CLIPPING BUREAU" along with the address "165 Church Street - New York."
  • Source: The source of the clipping is indicated as "WASHINGTON, D. C. TIMES-HERALD (Eve.)" with a circulation figure of "Circ. D. 243,902."
  • Date: The date of the clipping is "MAR 31 1946," printed in bold, uppercase letters.

Main Article Section:

  • Headline: The headline reads "Harvard Bequeathed Art Worth $1,900,000" in bold, uppercase letters, emphasizing the significant value of the art donation.
  • Body Text: The article provides details:
    • Location and Date: "NEW YORK, March 31 (NY News)" indicates the news source and date.
    • Content: The text explains that a gift of paintings and other art works valued at $1,900,000 was disclosed yesterday 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.

Design and Layout:

  • The text is neatly arranged, with clear headings and subheadings.
  • The use of bold and uppercase letters for key elements (e.g., the headline and date) draws attention to important details.
  • The overall design suggests it is a formal press clipping or news summary, likely intended for archival or reference purposes.

Overall Impression:

The image depicts a historical press clipping from March 31, 1946, detailing a significant bequest of art valued at $1,900,000 to Harvard University by Grenville Lindall Winthrop. The card's design and layout reflect a professional and formal presentation typical of mid-20th-century news clippings.

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The image presents a newspaper clipping from the Washington, D.C. Times-Herald (Eve.) dated March 31, 1943, featuring a headline that reads "Harvard Bequeathed Art Worth $1,900,000." The article reports on the bequest of an estate tax appraisal by counsel for the estate of Grenville Lindall Winthrop, an attorney and art collector who passed away in 1943. The clipping is attributed to Buffelle's Press Clipping Bureau, established in 1888, with an address at 165 Church Street, New York. The clipping is set against a gray background.

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The image presents a newspaper clipping from the New York Times, dated March 31, 1943, featuring an article about a significant bequest to Harvard University. The clipping is accompanied by a business card for Burrelle's Press Clipping Bureau, which appears to have been used as a bookmark or reference point within the newspaper.

Newspaper Clipping:

  • Headline: "Harvard Bequeathed Art Worth $1,900,000"
  • Date: March 31, 1943
  • Content: The article reports on a substantial gift of paintings and other art works valued at $1,900,000 to Harvard University. The bequest was disclosed yesterday with the filing of an estate tax appraisal by counsel for the estate of Grenville Lindall Winthrop, attorney and art collector, who died in 1943.

Business Card:

  • Name: Burrelle's
  • Established: 1888
  • Address: 165 Church Street, New York
  • Phone Number: BArcIay 7-5371
  • Services: Press Clipping Bureau

Context:

The newspaper clipping and business card provide insight into the significant cultural and historical events of the time. The bequest to Harvard University highlights the importance of art and education, while the business card offers a glimpse into the services provided by Burrelle's Press Clipping Bureau. The image serves as a valuable resource for researchers and historians interested in understanding the cultural and historical context of the early 20th century.

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The image presents a vintage newspaper clipping from the Washington Times-Herald, dated March 31, 1946, featuring an article about a significant art donation to Harvard University.

  • Newspaper Clipping Header
    • The clipping is from the Washington Times-Herald (Eve.) with a circulation of 243,902.
    • It is part of a press clipping service provided by Burckelle's, established in 1888, located at 165 Church Street, New York.
  • Article Title and Content
    • The article is titled "Harvard Bequeathed Art Worth $1,900,000" and reports on a gift of paintings and other art works valued at $1,900,000 to Harvard University.
    • The donation was disclosed on March 30, 1946, 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.
  • Background and Context
    • The clipping is set against a light gray background, suggesting it may be part of a digital archive or collection.
    • The overall presentation implies a historical or archival context, highlighting the significance of the art donation and the newspaper clipping as a primary source.

In summary, the image showcases a historical newspaper clipping detailing a substantial art donation to Harvard University, providing insight into cultural and philanthropic activities of the time.

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The image presents a scanned or photographed clipping from the Washington Times-Herald, dated March 31, 1946. The clipping is divided into two sections: the top section features a press clipping bureau's letterhead, while the bottom section contains a news article.

Top Section:

  • Letterhead:
    • "Burrelle's" in large, cursive font
    • "ESTABLISHED 1888" in smaller text below
    • "Barclay 7-5371" and "PRESS CLIPPING BUREAU" with address: "165 Church Street - New York"
    • "WASHINGTON, D.C. TIMES-HERALD (Eve.)" with circulation number: "Circ. D. 243,902"

Bottom Section:

  • News Article:
    • Headline: "Harvard Bequeathed Art Worth $1,900,000"
    • Subheading: "NEW YORK, March 31 (NY News)---A gift of paintings and other art works 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, who died in 1943."

In summary, the image shows a vintage newspaper clipping from the Washington Times-Herald, dated March 31, 1946, reporting on a significant art donation to Harvard University valued at $1,900,000 from the estate of Grenville Lindall Winthrop.

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The image is a clipping from a press clipping bureau named Burrelle's, established in 1888. The bureau is located at 165 Church Street in New York. The clipping is from the Washington, D.C. Times-Herald (Evening edition) and is dated March 31, 1944.

The clipped article has the headline "Harvard Bequeathed Art Worth $1,900,000." The article reports that a gift of paintings and other artworks valued at $1,900,000 was bequeathed to Harvard University. This gift was made public through 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 filing was done in New York. The article is credited to the New York News.