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The image is a clipping from a newspaper, specifically from the New York Times, dated October 26, 1937. The headline reads "MRS. ROCKEFELLER LEFT ART TO FAMILY." The article discusses the will of Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, who died on April 5, leaving her estate to her husband and children. Key points from the article include:

1. Bequests to Family:

   • Mrs. Rockefeller left her husband, John D. Rockefeller Jr., her oriental miniatures, a collection of paintings, and other personal items.
   • Her six children received various gifts, including $7,000 each during her lifetime.
   • The residue of her estate, valued at approximately $98,000, was divided among her husband and children.

2. Art Collection:

   • Mrs. Rockefeller was a patron of modern art and a founder of the Museum of Modern Art.
   • She bequeathed specific artworks to various institutions, including:
     • A drawing by Paul Cezanne to the Museum of Modern Art.
     • A drawing by Georges Seurat to the Art Institute of Chicago.
     • A painting by Henri Rousseau to the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
   • The will also lists several other artworks, including pieces by Vincent van Gogh, Paul Gauguin, and Henri Matisse, which were distributed among her children.

3. Personal Items:

   • Her jewelry, silverware, china, and other personal effects were divided among her children.
   • Specific items, such as a portrait of her husband by John Singer Sargent, were bequeathed to individual children.

4. Real Estate:

   • The will mentions real estate holdings, including properties in New York City and Westchester County.

5. Charitable Donations:

   • Mrs. Rockefeller left $10,000 to the Rockefeller Institute for Medical Research.
   • She also made provisions for her servants and employees.

The article highlights Mrs. Rockefeller's significant contributions to the art world and her thoughtful distribution of her estate among her family and various institutions.

The image is a newspaper clipping from the New York City edition of The New York Times, dated March 14, 1960. The headline reads: "Mrs. Rockefeller Left Art To Family."

The article discusses the will of Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, who passed away, and details the distribution of her estate, valued at $800,000 after estate taxes. Mrs. Rockefeller bequeathed her husband, John D. Rockefeller Jr., a life interest in her substantial art collection, which included notable pieces by artists like Cézanne and Picasso. After his lifetime, the art would pass to their children.

The will designated various bequests:

• Abby Rockefeller Mauzé received a portrait by John Singer Sargent.
• John D. Rockefeller 3rd was given a set of miniatures and other personal items.
• Nelson A. Rockefeller received a white jade seal and shares in the Long Yien Temple, Inc.
• Laurance S. Rockefeller was left a Persian manuscript.
• Winthrop Rockefeller received a Persian carpet.
• David Rockefeller was bequeathed a few items, including a Chinese Ming head and a piece of Mogul jade.

The article also mentions that Mrs. Rockefeller was a notable philanthropist, supporting causes such as the restoration of Colonial Williamsburg and the establishment of the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA). She served as a trustee and honorary chairman for MoMA and was a significant donor to various institutions. Additionally, the article notes the appointment of several executors for her estate, including her sons and other associates.

The image is a press clipping from "Buffelle's Press Clipping Bureau," dated April 7, 1971. The headline reads "MRS. ROCKEFELLER LEFT ART TO FAMILY" and details the bequest of Abby Aldrich Rockefeller's art collection.

Key points from the article include:

1. Background and Bequest: Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, who died on April 5, left her art collection to her husband, John D. Rockefeller Jr., and her children. The collection was valued at $300,000.

2. Art Collection Details:

   • The collection includes 14th-century tapestries and other artworks.
   • Notable pieces include:
     • "Jeanne d'Evreux" by Jean Pucelle.
     • "Village of Ste. Marie" by Pieter Bruegel.
     • "St. Remy" by Vincent van Gogh.
     • Works by El Greco and other artists.
   • The collection was housed at the Rockefeller family's estate, Kykuit, in Pocantico Hills, New York.

3. Distribution:

   • John D. Rockefeller Jr. will receive the tapestries.
   • The Metropolitan Museum of Art will receive the "Jeanne d'Evreux" and other works.
   • The Art Institute of Chicago will receive Van Gogh's "St. Remy".
   • Other museums and institutions will receive various pieces.

4. Family and Personal Items:

   • Nelson A. Rockefeller, her son, will receive the white marble statue of Bodhisattva from the Ling Yen Temple in Ling Yen, China.
   • Abby Beekman Rockefeller will receive a portrait of her husband, John D. Rockefeller Jr.
   • Other family members will receive various items, including ancient manuscripts and a 14th-century tapestry.

5. Additional Details:

   • The Rockefeller family will also receive a trust fund valued at $8,000,000.
   • The will was filed for probate in Burroughs County, New York.

The clipping highlights the generosity and the extensive art legacy left by Abby Aldrich Rockefeller to her family and various institutions.

The image is a newspaper clipping from the "Press Clipping Bureau" dated April 23, 1971. The headline reads "MRS. ROCKEFELLER LEFT ART TO FAMILY," and it discusses the estate of Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, who died on April 5. She left a substantial estate valued at $200,000,000, with a significant portion allocated for art.

Key points from the article include:

• Abby Aldrich Rockefeller bequeathed her art collection to her husband, John D. Rockefeller Jr., and her children.
• Fourteen nephews and nieces also received $98,000 each.
• The estate includes a bequest of $100,000 to the Museum of Modern Art, and $200,000 to the Art Institute of Chicago.
• The Rockefeller estate contains numerous valuable art pieces:
  • A Jean-Antoine Watteau drawing called "Village of St. Marie" will go to the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
  • A Jean-Baptiste Greuze painting, "The Village Bride," is to be displayed at the Museum of Modern Art.
  • A collection of Indian miniature paintings, including a portrait of the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb, will be distributed among the children.
  • The children also receive a marble statue of Bodhisattva by John Roerich and other artworks.
  • The estate includes a portrait of John D. Rockefeller Jr. by Winslow Homer.
  • Abby Rockefeller was also a trustee of the Museum of Modern Art and the Rockefeller family has a long history of supporting the arts.

The article mentions the distribution of artworks to various institutions and family members, highlighting the generosity and cultural contributions of the Rockefeller family.

The image is a newspaper clipping from a press release dated April 28, 1931. The clipping is from the Syracuse Press Clipping Bureau, located at 165 Church Street, New York, N.Y.

The headline of the article is "Mrs. Rockefeller Left Art to Family." The article discusses the will of the late Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, who left her estate valued at $500,000 to the Museum of Modern Art and specified that her four nephews and nieces should receive $98,000. The estate was bequeathed to the museum under the condition that the artworks left behind should be used for the benefit of the family.

Key points include:

• Abby Aldrich Rockefeller left two Seurat drawings to the Art Institute of Chicago.
• She left a Van Gogh drawing, titled "Village of Sainte-Marie," to the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
• Additionally, the estate includes personal and household effects, including a valuable necklace, a painting by the Prophet Muhammad, and a number of other items.
• The will stipulates that Nelson D. Rockefeller, son of Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, receives a marble statue of Bodhidharma and other items.
• The estate includes a portrait of the Prophet Muhammad, an ancient coin, and various other significant items.

The article also mentions the trust fund established in favor of the children of Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, and how the trust will share its proceeds with them. The specific beneficiaries listed are R. Laurence Rockefeller and his wife, Abby Rockefeller Pardes, along with their children.

The image is a press clipping from the New York Times, dated April 27, 1962. The headline reads "MRS. ROCKEFELLER LEFT ART TO FAMILY." The article reports that the will of the late Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, which is being probated, includes bequests of her substantial art collection to her family. Mrs. Rockefeller, who passed away on April 5, bequeathed specific artworks to her children, including a Seurat drawing to her son, a Van Gogh drawing to her daughter, and a Renoir painting to her son-in-law. The residue of her estate, estimated at $500,000, is to be divided among her children, with her husband, John D. Rockefeller Jr., receiving a life interest. The article also mentions that the Modern Museum (presumably the Museum of Modern Art) will receive several items from her collection. The clipping is from the New York Times, as indicated by the masthead and the byline.

The image shows an aged newspaper clipping of an article. At the top of the clipping, there is a header indicating it was sourced from "Buffelle's Established 1888, Barclay 7-5371, PRESS CLIPPING BUREAU, 165 Church Street - New York, NEW YORK CITY, N.Y., TIMES Circ. D. 419,447 - S. 805,967". The article is dated "APR 2 1948".

The headline reads "MRS. ROCKEFELLER LEFT ART TO FAMILY Modern Museum Also Named Residuary Legatee—Nephews and Nieces Get $98,000". The article discusses the will of the late Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, noting that she left her estate to various family members and institutions. It mentions that her estate was estimated at $500,000 and that her will was filed for probate in Surrogate's Court. According to the article, Mrs. Rockefeller bequeathed her oriental miniatures to her husband John D. Rockefeller Jr., with the provision that upon his death they should pass to Harvard College for the benefit of the Fogg Museum of Art.

The article details various bequests, including fourteen nephews and nieces each receiving $7,000 and mentions of artworks and artifacts left to the Museum of Modern Art and other institutions. It also describes specific gifts to her sons, including a white marble statue of Bodhisattva to Nelson A. Rockefeller and portraits to her sons John D. 3d, Nelson, Laurance, and David.

A power of appointment held by Mrs. Rockefeller under a trust created by her mother is also mentioned, along with her children's inheritance of the trust fund. The final paragraph notes the names of the children and their addresses.

The text of the article is dense, with very little white space, indicative of the newspaper formatting style of that era. The paper is yellowed with age, suggesting it is an authentic historical document or a well-preserved reproduction thereof.

The image shows a scanned page from the New York Times, dated April 23, 1918, under the headline "MRS. ROCKEFELLER LEFT ART TO FAMILY". This is a news article from the Press Clipping Bureau of Suffolk's, a news agency established in 1885, located at 145 Church Street, New York. The article discusses the estate of Mrs. John D. Rockefeller Jr., who passed away on April 5, 1918.

Key Details from the Article:

1. Estate Value and Probate:

   • The estate of Mrs. Rockefeller, valued at approximately $90,000, was filed for probate in Surrogate's Court the previous day.

2. Residuary Estate:

   • The residuary estate (the remaining assets after specific bequests) is bequeathed to John D. Rockefeller Jr., her husband, and bequeathed to her husband for use during his lifetime and then to her children.

3. Art Bequests:

   • The Modern Museum of Art is named as a residuary legatee, along with nephews and nieces, who will inherit the art collection after the husband's lifetime.
   • The article mentions that Mrs. Rockefeller left two "Sévres" plates to the Museum of Modern Art, as well as drawings known as "June Pille" by the artist John Singer Sargent.
   • Other notable bequests include:
     • Van Gogh's "The Drawing of Christ Entering Into Jerusalem" to the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
     • Rudyard Kipling's "The Jungle Book" and other personal and household effects to her husband, with the right of selection for her children during his lifetime.

4. Personal Items and Family Bequests:

   • Mrs. Rockefeller left miniatures, including one showing the Prophet Mohammed with his followers, to John D. 2d, her son.
   • She also bequeathed miniatures of saints, including St. John the Baptist, St. Lawrence, and St. Augustine, to her son.
   • Other items mentioned include a miniature of her portrait, a miniature of her son John D. 2d, and a miniature of her daughter Nelson.

5. Trust and Charitable Bequests:

   • Mrs. Rockefeller established a trust under which her share of the children’s fund will be used for the benefit of her children.
   • She also left shares in the trust fund to her children, including John D. 3d, Nelson, Laurette, David, Abby, and John D. 4th.
   • Nelson A. Rockefeller and Laurence S. Rockefeller are mentioned as beneficiaries of the trust fund.

6. Additional Notes:

   • The article references Mrs. Rockefeller's father, William A. Rockefeller, and her mother, Laura Celestia Spelman Rockefeller.
   • It also mentions her brother, William Rockefeller, and her sister, Elizabeth Mersereau.

Layout and Design:

• The article is formatted in a classic newspaper style, with a clear headline and subheadings.
• The text is typed, and the page includes the Suffolk's Press Clipping Bureau header at the top, along with the date and source information.
• The article is dense with legal and familial details, reflecting the complexity of the estate and its distribution.

This article provides a glimpse into the wealth, family dynamics, and charitable intentions of Mrs. Rockefeller in 1918.

The image is a newspaper clipping from the New York Times, dated April 23, 1918. The clipping is from Buffelll's Press Clipping Bureau, established in 1888, located at 165 Church Street in New York City. The clipping reports on the will of Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, who died on April 5, 1918. The will, valued at approximately $500,000, was filed for probate in the Surrogate's Court.

The will details that Abby Aldrich Rockefeller left her oriental miniatures to her husband, John D. Rockefeller Jr., for use during his life and to pass to Harvard College for the Fogg Museum of Art upon his death. Fourteen nephews and nieces each received $7,000, minus gifts made to them during her lifetime. The residual estate was bequeathed to the Museum of Modern Art.

Abby Aldrich Rockefeller left two Seurat drawings, "Jeune Fille" and "Femme au Chapeau," to the Art Institute of Chicago. Van Gogh's drawing "Village of Ste. Marie" and his painting "Corridor of the Hospital, St. Remy" were left to the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Her husband, John D. Rockefeller Jr., was given the right to select items from her collection of furniture, jewelry, and personal effects for up to twenty-five years.

The will also mentions a life-size marble statue of Bodhisattva in the Ling Yen Mountain, a white statue of her son, John D. 3d, and the portrait of her son, Winthrop. It includes twenty-six items from her collection of miniatures, including one showing the Prophet Mohammed talking with the showman Abu Becr, and another showing Hassan, one of the greatest saints, entering Medina.

Additional items in the inventory include a leaf from a Persian manuscript of Tamerlan's history, a tile from the Hagia Sophia, and a painting of Tamerlan seated on a carpet under a tree. The will also grants a power of appointment to Mrs. Rockefeller, allowing her to exercise her share of the trust fund in favor of her children.

The image shows a piece of paper with a newspaper clipping attached to it. The clipping is from the New York Times, dated April 23, 1918. The headline reads "Mrs. Rockefeller Left Art to Family." The clipping is attached to a piece of paper with the words "Buffelles Press Clipping Bureau" written on it. The clipping is about the will of Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, who left her estate to her family, including oriental miniatures and other personal items.