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This is a black-and-white photograph of a newspaper clipping from the New York Herald Tribune, dated April 20, 1948. The clipping was issued by the Burrelle’s Press Clipping Bureau in New York, whose letterhead appears at the top of the page.

The main headline reads:

“Mrs. John D. Rockefeller Estate To Benefit Modern Art Museum”

The article reports on the probate filing of the estate of Mrs. John D. Rockefeller Jr. (also known as Abby Greene Aldrich Rockefeller), who died on April 5, 1948, at the age of 76. She was a prominent philanthropist, art collector, and co-founder of the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York City.

Key details from the article:

• Estate Value: Her residuary estate is estimated to be worth less than $400,000.
• Primary Beneficiary: The majority of her estate — including her collection of 181 modernist paintings and drawings by 71 artists (including Van Gogh’s “Starry Night”) — was bequeathed to The Museum of Modern Art. She granted the museum the right to possess these works “for not less than twenty-five years or more than fifty years.” After that period, the artworks are to be given to the Metropolitan Museum of Art, with the MoMA retaining temporary possession.
• Harvard Bequests: She also left two Seurat drawings and $100,000 to Harvard College for the benefit of the Fogg Museum of Art.
• Personal and Household Items: Artworks, jewelry, and household effects were left to family members, with specific instructions for some pieces.
• Specific Gifts:
  • A white marble statue of the Buddha was left to the Ling Yen Temple in Ling Yen Mountain, China.
  • Portraits of her sons (John D. Rockefeller 3rd, Nelson A. Rockefeller, Laurance S. Rockefeller, and David Rockefeller) were bequeathed to them.
  • Her daughter, Mrs. Irving H. Pardee, received a portrait of her brother Winthrop Rockefeller.
• Nieces and Nephews: $7,000 was divided among 14 nieces and nephews (listed in the article).

The article also includes a smaller related story:

Ernest L. Woodward Estate

It reports that Ernest L. Woodward, former president of the Jell-O Company and a trustee of the Rochester Community Chest, died on April 16, 1948, at age 65. His estate, valued at approximately $1,910,000, was distributed to five institutions, including:

• $1,500,000 to the University of Rochester
• $250,000 to the Genesee Memorial Hospital Association
• $100,000 to the Woodward Memorial Library in Batavia
• $55,000 to St. Mark’s Protestant Episcopal Church
• $10,000 to the First Methodist Church of Le Roy

Woodward, who succeeded his father as president of Jell-O, also left $100,000 to his brother Donald Woodward and $5,000 to each person who had been employed at Poplar Lawn Farm, his estate, for at least three years prior to his death.

Overall, the clipping highlights the significant cultural and philanthropic legacy of Abby Rockefeller, especially in support of modern art, and also notes a major bequest by a prominent business leader in Rochester, New York.

The clipped article appears to have been mounted on a larger sheet of paper for archival or reference purposes, and is slightly yellowed, consistent with its age.

This image is a newspaper clipping from the "Herald Tribune" published on April 22, 1948. The headline reads, "Mrs. John D. Rockefeller Estate To Benefit Modern Art Museum." The article discusses the bequest of the Mrs. John D. Rockefeller Estate to the Museum of Modern Art, which is located at 11 West 53rd Street in New York City. It mentions that her residuary estate, which was to be less than $500,000, was bequeathed to the institution.

The article provides details about Mrs. Rockefeller's estate, including her collection of 181 modernist paintings and drawings by seventy-one artists, which she had previously donated to the Museum of Modern Art. It also mentions her bequest of a collection of Oriental miniatures to Harvard College for the benefit of the Fogg Museum of Art.

The article further details the distribution of the estate, including the bequest of furniture, jewelry, and art objects to her family members. It also mentions the bequest of a life-size white marble statue of a Boddhisatva to her son, Nelson A. Rockefeller, and portraits of her sons to their sons.

The article concludes with details about the bequest of the remainder of the estate, including real and personal property, to Mrs. Woodward, who was named one of the executors.

The article is a clipping from the "Press Clipping Bureau" of Burrelle's, a press clipping service established in 1888 at 165 Church Street, New York, with a phone number of Barclay 7-5371. The clipping is dated April 22, 1948, and it appears to be a cutout from a newspaper.

This image shows a newspaper clipping from the New York Herald Tribune, dated April 23, 1948. The clipping is part of a collection from Burrelle's Press Clipping Bureau, established in 1888, located at 165 Church Street in New York. The headline of the article reads, "Mrs. John D. Rockefeller Estate To Benefit Modern Art Museum."

The article discusses the estate of Mrs. John D. Rockefeller Jr., who was an organizer and principal patron of the Museum of Modern Art. It mentions that she bequeathed her residuary estate to the institution, which is estimated to be less than $500,000. The article also details her contributions to the museum, including a collection of 181 modernist paintings and drawings by seventy-one artists.

Additionally, the article notes that the museum will receive two works of Vincent Van Gogh under her will, which will be possessed by the museum for not less than twenty-five years or more than fifty years. The Van Gogh pictures will be willed to the Metropolitan Museum of Art, subject to the Museum of Modern Art's right of temporary possession.

The article also mentions other bequests from Mrs. Rockefeller's estate, including her collection of Oriental miniatures to her husband, which will go to Harvard College for the benefit of the Fogg Museum of Art, and two Seurat drawings to the Art Institute of Chicago.

The clipping also includes a separate article about the estate of Ernest L. Woodward, who left bequests totaling $1,910,000 to five institutions in his will.

The image shows a press clipping from the New York Herald Tribune dated April 18, 1940. The clipping discusses the estate of Mrs. John D. Rockefeller Jr., who bequeathed her estate to benefit the Museum of Modern Art. The clipping includes details about her bequest, which amounted to less than $10 million, and mentions the distribution of her estate to various beneficiaries, including her children, grandchildren, and other family members. It also provides information about the contents of her estate, such as her collection of Oriental miniatures and her art collection. The clipping is attached to a white background with a blue border.

The image depicts a clipping from a newspaper, specifically a press clipping bureau, as indicated by the header at the top. The clipping is from the New York Herald Tribune, dated April 19, 1947. The clipping is about the estate of Mrs. John D. Rockefeller Jr., who has bequeathed her estate to benefit the Modern Art Museum.

The article provides details about Mrs. Rockefeller's will, which stipulates that her estate will be filed in amounts of less than $70,000. The article also mentions that Mrs. Rockefeller was a patron of the Museum of Modern Art and had a collection of modern art.

The article goes on to mention that Mrs. Rockefeller's estate includes a collection of modern art, which she had been collecting for seven years. The collection includes paintings, drawings, and sculptures by various artists, including Picasso, Matisse, and Braque.

The article also mentions that Mrs. Rockefeller's estate includes a large sum of money, which will be used to purchase additional works of art for the Museum of Modern Art. The article concludes by stating that the Museum of Modern Art is grateful for Mrs. Rockefeller's generous bequest and that it will help to further the Museum's mission of promoting modern art.

The image is a scanned newspaper clipping from the New York Tribune, dated April 2, 1938. It is a formal announcement regarding the estate of Mrs. John D. Rockefeller, detailing the distribution of her assets and bequests following her death. Here is a detailed description:

Header Information:

• Publication: New York Tribune
• Date: April 2, 1938
• Headline: "Mrs. John D. Rockefeller Estate To Benefit Modern Art Museum"
• Source: The clipping is from the Press Clipping Bureau located at 165 Church Street, New York.

Content Overview:

The article discusses the will and estate of Mrs. John D. Rockefeller, who was a principal patron of the arts and a collector of modern art. Key points include:

1. Mrs. John D. Rockefeller's Background:

• She was the widow of John D. Rockefeller, Jr.
• She was a leading collector of modern art and was known for her significant contributions to the arts.
• She died on April 25, 1937, at the age of 52.

2. The Will and Estate:

• Bequest to the Museum of Modern Art:

  • Mrs. Rockefeller bequeathed her entire collection of modern art to the Museum of Modern Art in New York City.
  • The collection included notable works by artists such as Henri Matisse, Paul Klee, and others.
  • The bequest was valued at approximately $50,000.

• Other Beneficiaries:

  • Family Members: Her sons and daughters, including Nelson A. Rockefeller, Laurance S. Rockefeller, Winthrop Rockefeller, and David Rockefeller, received portions of her estate.
  • Charitable Donations: Significant sums were allocated to various charitable causes, including the Modern Art Museum of the City of New York, which received $50,000.
  • Other Institutions: Other beneficiaries included the Harvard College (for her husband's benefit), the Yale University Art Gallery, and the Rockefeller Institute for Medical Research.

• Specific Bequests:

  • Modern Art Museum: Received the entire collection of modern art, valued at $50,000.
  • Harvard College: Received $50,000 for the benefit of her husband.
  • Yale University Art Gallery: Received $50,000.
  • Rockefeller Institute: Received $50,000.
  • Other Individuals: Family members, including Nelson A. Rockefeller, Laurance S. Rockefeller, Winthrop Rockefeller, and David Rockefeller, received portions of the estate.

3. Notable Details:

• Art Collection: The article highlights the significance of the art collection, noting that it included works by prominent modern artists and was considered one of the finest private collections of its time.
• Family Legacy: The will emphasized the distribution of assets among her children and grandchildren, ensuring that they received fair shares of the estate.
• Charitable Focus: The article emphasizes Mrs. Rockefeller's commitment to philanthropy, particularly in the fields of art, education, and medicine.

4. Additional Context:

• The article also mentions other recent estate distributions, such as those of Irene L. Woodward, Ernst L. Woodward, and Mr. Geneese County Surrogate, providing a broader context of estate settlements at the time.

Visual Elements:

• The text is presented in a classic newspaper format, with clear headings and subheadings.
• The article is typewritten, and the layout includes columns typical of newspaper design from the 1930s.
• The headline is prominently displayed at the top, drawing attention to the significant bequest to the Modern Art Museum.

Overall Impression:

The clipping provides a detailed account of Mrs. John D. Rockefeller's will and the distribution of her estate, highlighting her legacy as a patron of the arts and her commitment to philanthropy. The article reflects the importance of her contributions to the cultural and educational institutions of the time.

• The image shows two aged newspaper clippings mounted on a light gray background.
• At the top left is a small vertical beige card from a press clipping service. It has a blue logo with scissors and blue text that reads “Burrell’s” (Est. 1888), “Press Clipping Bureau, 165 Church Street – New York,” and references to the New York Herald Tribune. A faint stamp “APR 23 1948” is visible.
• Below and to the right is a larger beige clipping with a bold headline: “Mrs. John D. Rockefeller Estate To Benefit Modern Art Museum.”
• The article is printed in dense serif type and discusses the Rockefeller estate and related bequests, including details about heirs and beneficiaries, as well as mentions of other estates (e.g., Ernest L. Woodward Estate) and locations like Batavia, N.Y.
• Overall, it appears to be a vintage newspaper clipping about charitable bequests, likely from the New York Herald Tribune, extracted and organized as a collage.

The image shows a newspaper clipping with a masthead indicating it's from "Burrelle's Press Clipping Bureau" established in 1888 at 165 Church Street - New York. The clipping references an article from the "New York, N.Y. Herald Tribune" with a circulation number provided and the date April 23, 1948.

The headline reads: "Mrs. John D. Rockefeller Estate To Benefit Modern Art Museum." The article details how Mrs. John D. Rockefeller Jr., a major organizer and patron of the Museum of Modern Art, bequeathed the museum art pieces and funds. It mentions a legacy of $500,000, and specific paintings by Vincent Van Gogh, and several other bequests, including a collection of miniatures left to her husband and items to Harvard and the Art Institute of Chicago.

Additionally, the newspaper clipping discusses the estate of Ernest L. Woodward, including charitable bequests to various institutions and family members. Names and specific sums are mentioned, such as sums for hospitals and schools, individual inheritances, and specific items left to family members.

Beneath this section, there's another segment about Mrs. Rockefeller's other bequests, including arrangements she made for her estate and mentions of various nephews and nieces who received money.

The text in the clipping is too small to read the finer details, but these are the broad strokes of the content based on the visible headlines, portions of text, and context provided.

The image is a newspaper clipping titled "Mrs. John D. Rockefeller Estate To Benefit Modern Art Museum," dated April 23, 1948, sourced from Burrelle's Press Clipping Bureau. The article details the estate and bequests of Mrs. Abby Greene Aldrich Rockefeller, an organizer and patron of the Museum of Modern Art.

The clipping specifies her contributions, including her residual estate of less than $500,000 left to the museum, along with 181 modernist paintings in her lifetime collection. Additionally, specific artworks are designated for institutions, such as two works by Van Gogh for the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Other beneficiaries include Harvard College, which will receive Mrs. Rockefeller's Oriental miniature collection after her husband's death. Her furniture, jewelry, and household items go to family members, along with monetary bequests.

The article also mentions the estate of Ernest L. Woodward, former president of the Jell-O Company, detailing his charitable contributions, which include over $1.9 million to institutions such as the University of Rochester and various churches and organizations. The document outlines detailed allocations of both estates for their beneficiaries.

The image is a newspaper clipping from Burrelle's Press Clipping Bureau, dated April 23, 1948. The main headline reads "Mrs. John D. Rockefeller Estate To Benefit Modern Art Museum."

The article discusses how Mrs. John D. Rockefeller Jr., a principal patron of the Museum of Modern Art in New York, bequeathed her residuary estate to the museum. The estate is valued at less than $500,000. Mrs. Rockefeller, formerly Abby Greene Aldrich, passed away on April 6 at her home and had been the first treasurer of the Museum of Modern Art. Her collection included 181 modernist paintings and drawings by 71 artists.

The museum will receive two works by Vincent Van Gogh—a drawing called "Village of Ste. Marie" and a painting titled "Corridor of the Hospital, St. Remy." These Van Gogh pieces will be on temporary loan to the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Mrs. Rockefeller also left a notable collection of Oriental miniatures to her husband, which, after his death, will benefit Harvard College and its Fogg Museum of Art. Additionally, some paintings by Seurat are left to the Art Institute of Chicago.

The article lists various family members who will receive bequests, including Nelson A. Rockefeller, her son, who received notable items such as a life-size white marble statue of Bodhisattva from China and portraits of several Her sons. Other family members are also mentioned, along with monetary bequests.

There is a shorter section related to the Ernest L. Woodward Estate in Batavia, New York, detailing bequests made by the late Ernest L. Woodward to various institutions totaling nearly $1.9 million including the University of Rochester, medical research, and other charitable causes.

Overall, the clipping highlights significant philanthropic contributions made by prominent families to cultural and educational institutions.