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The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Providence Journal, dated February 22, 1950. The article is titled "Painting Now in N.H. Reported Authenticated as da Vinci Work."

The article reports that a Vatican art expert has authenticated a painting in Hanover, New Hampshire, as a Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci. The authentication was made by Dr. Thomas MacCracken Judson, an American who was a curator of the Vatican's Cicognara collection for many years.

The painting has been in the Vernon family since 1787, when it was brought from France by William Henry Vernon. The family spokesman mentioned that William Henry Vernon received the painting as a gift or for safekeeping. The painting is currently the joint property of Dr. Judson, a great-grandnephew of William Henry Vernon, and his brother’s widow, Mrs. Alice C. E. Vernon of New Jersey and Connecticut.

Dr. Judson stated that after extensive study and tests, he believes the painting is by the hand of Leonardo da Vinci. He described it as a portrait of Mona Lisa, the third wife of Francesco di Bartolommeo di Zanobi del Giocondo of Florence, and noted that it was painted earlier than the Mona Lisa currently in the Louvre.

The painting was sent to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University in 1933 for cleaning. At that time, technicians at Fogg took x-rays and reported to the Vernon family that the ancient canvas was definitely from the period when Leonardo painted La Gioconda (Mona Lisa).

The image shows a newspaper clipping from the "Journal" in Providence, R.I., dated February 21, 1950. The headline reads, "Painting Now in N.H. Reported Authenticated as da Vinci Work." The article states that a Vatican art expert has authenticated a painting in a Hanover, N.H., home as a Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci. The painting, owned by Dr. Ambrose W. Vernon, was authenticated by Dr. Thomas MacGruty Judson, an American who was the curator of the Cicognara collection of the Vatican. The painting has been in the Vernon family since 1797, brought from France by William Henry Vernon. It is currently owned jointly by Dr. Vernon and his brother’s widow. The article also mentions that the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University confirmed the painting's authenticity in 1933, with x-rays proving the canvas to be from the period when Leonardo da Vinci painted the Mona Lisa.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Journal (m) Providence, Rhode Island, dated February 22, 1950. The headline of the article is "Painting Now in N.H. Reported Authenticated as da Vinci Work."

Here is a detailed summary of the article:

• A Vatican art expert authenticated a painting in Hanover, New Hampshire, as a work by Leonardo da Vinci, specifically as a Mona Lisa.
• The painting was identified by Dr. Thomas MacCoughtry Judson, an American art expert who was the curator of the Cicognara collection at the Vatican.
• The painting, which has been in the Vernon family since 1787, was received by William Henry Vernon as a gift or for safe-keeping from an unknown source.
• The painting was Marie Antoinette shortly before her execution in 1793. It is now jointly owned by Dr. Vernon, William Henry Vernon’s great-grandnephew, and his brother’s widow, Mrs. Alice C. E. Vernon of New Jersey and Connecticut.
• Dr. Judson stated that after extensive study and tests, he concluded that the painting is indeed by Leonardo da Vinci, describing it as a portrait of Mona Lisa, third wife of Francesco di Bartolommeo di Zanobi del Giocondo.
• The painting was previously sent to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University for cleaning in 1933, where x-ray tests confirmed the canvas was from the period when Leonardo was known to have painted La Gioconda (Mona Lisa).

The newspaper clipping includes a few minor annotations and highlights, suggesting it has been carefully preserved.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Journal of Providence, Rhode Island, dated February 22, 1950. The headline reads "Painting Now in N.H. Reported Authenticated as da Vinci Work."

The article reports that a Vatican art expert, Dr. Thomas Macoughty Judson, authenticated a painting in Hanover, New Hampshire, as a work by Leonardo da Vinci. The painting, identified as a Mona Lisa, belongs to the Vernon family, who have had it since 1787. It was received by William Henry Vernon, a great-grandnephew of William Henry Vernon, either as a gift or for safekeeping from Marie Antoinette shortly before her execution in 1793.

The article states that the painting was sent to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University in 1933 for cleaning and that technicians took X-rays, which confirmed the ancient canvas was from the period when Leonardo da Vinci was known to have painted La Gioconda (Mona Lisa).

The clipping includes a brief mention of the painting being described as a portrait of Mona Lisa, third wife of Francesco di Bartolommeo di Zanobi del Giocondo of Florence, and that it was painted earlier than the Mona Lisa now in the Louvre.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Providence Journal, dated February 22, 1950. The headline reads "Painting Now in N.H. Reported Authenticated as da Vinci Work."

The article reports that a Vatican art expert, Dr. Thomas Macoughtry Judson, has authenticated a painting in Hanover, New Hampshire, as a work by Leonardo da Vinci. The painting, titled "Mona Lisa," is said to be a portrait of Francesco del Giocondo's third wife, Florentine, and is believed to be an earlier version of the Mona Lisa now hanging in the Louvre.

The painting has been in the possession of the Vernon family since 1797, when it was brought to the United States from France by William Henry Vernon. It is currently owned by Dr. Vernon's widow, Mrs. Alice C. E. Vernon, and his brother's widow, also named Vernon, from New Jersey and Connecticut.

The article mentions that the painting was sent to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University in 1933 for cleaning and analysis. Technicians at the Fogg Museum confirmed that the canvas was from the period when Leonardo was known to have painted the La Gioconda (Mona Lisa).

The clipping also includes a small piece of the envelope from the New England Newsclip Agency, Inc., indicating it was part of a news clipping service.

The image is a newspaper clipping from the "Providence Journal" dated February 22, 1950. The headline reads "Painting Now in N.H. Reported Authenticated as da Vinci Work."

Here's a detailed summary of the article:

• New York, Feb. 21 (AP): A Vatican art expert reportedly authenticated a painting found in Hanover, New Hampshire, as a Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci.

• Spokesperson for Dr. Ambrose W. Vernon: Dr. Vernon of Hanover stated that the authentication was conducted by Dr. Thomas MacGowry Judson, an American who was for many years the curator of the Cicognara collection of the Vatican.

• History of the Painting: According to the family spokesperson, the painting has been in the Vernon family since 1797. It was brought from France to the United States by William Henry Vernon. He had received the painting either as a gift or for safekeeping.

• Marie Antoinette Connection: The article mentions that Marie Antoinette was beheaded in 1793, shortly before the painting was brought to the U.S. The painting is now jointly owned by Dr. Vernon, his sister-in-law Mrs. Alice C. E. Vernon, and his brother’s widow from New Jersey and Connecticut.

• Dr. Judson's Statement: Dr. Judson was quoted saying that extensive study and tests confirmed his opinion that the painting is by Leonardo da Vinci. He described it as a portrait of Mona Lisa, the third wife of Francesco di Bartolomeo del Giocondo of Florence, painted earlier than the Mona Lisa currently in the Louvre in Paris.

• Previous Examination: The family mentioned that the painting was sent to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University in 1933 for cleaning and study. At that time, x-ray tests confirmed that the canvas was from the period when Leonardo was known to have painted the Mona Lisa.

The article concludes by reinforcing the authenticity and historical significance of the painting.

This image displays two pieces of newspaper clippings with a slight overlap, pinned to a neutral-colored background.

The top clipping, partially obscured by the overlap, seems to be the header of a newspaper clipping or a note from a newsclip agency. It reads:

New England Newsclip Agency, Inc.
Box 2078, Boston 6
HAncock 6-9297

Below that, there's a stamp or pre-printed label that says:

Journal (m)
PROVIDENCE, R.I.
Independent
Circ. 45,527
FEB 22 1950

The lower clipping features an article with the headline:

Painting Now in N.H. Reported
Authenticated as da Vinci Work

The article is dated "New York, Feb. 21.—(AP)" and discusses the authentication of a painting in Hanover, New Hampshire, reported to be a Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci. A spokesman for Dr. Ambrose W. Vernon of Hanover is mentioned to have made the authentication, with Dr. Thomas Macoughty Judson, an American curator of the Ciocgnara collection at the Vatican, being cited. Further details include references to the Vernon family's history with the painting since 1797, a mention of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University in 1933, and the involvement of X-ray technicians in verifying the painting's canvas as being from the period when da Vinci was known to have painted "La Gioconda (Mona Lisa)." The article also mentions a connection to Marie Antoinette and that the painting was owned by a great-grandnephew of William Henry Vernon, among other details.

The visible part of the article is cut off at both the right and left edges, suggesting that there is more text that is not visible in the image.

The image shows an old newspaper clipping with the headline: "Painting Now in N.H. Reported Authenticated as da Vinci Work." The article is dated February 21 (year not specified in the clipping) and mentions that a Vatican art expert has authenticated a painting in a Hanover, New Hampshire home as a Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci.

Key points from the article:

• A spokesman for Dr. Ambrose W. Vernon of Hanover stated the authentication was made by Dr. Thomas Macoughttry Judson, an American and former curator of the Vatican's Cicognara collection.
• The painting has been in the Vernon family since 1797, brought from France by William Henry Vernon and is believed to have been a gift or kept for safekeeping.
• The painting depicts Marie Antoinette shortly before her beheading in 1793.
• The painting is jointly owned by Dr. Vernon, a great-grandnephew of William Henry Vernon, and Mrs. Alice C.E. Vernon.
• Dr. Judson, after extensive study, concluded the painting is by Leonardo da Vinci, portraying Mona Lisa, the third wife of Francesco di Bartolommeo di Zanobi del Giocondo of Florence. It was painted earlier than the Mona Lisa in the Louvre.
• The painting was sent to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University in 1933, where X-rays confirmed the ancient canvas matched the period of Leonardo's known work.

There is also a small label attached to the clipping from the New England Newsclip Agency, Inc., with a stamp date of FEB 22 1950 and mentions the publication as the Journal (m) Providence, R.I., Independent with a circulation of 45,527.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from the "Providence Journal" dated February 22, 1950. The clipping is about a painting in Hanover, New Hampshire, that was authenticated as a work by Leonardo da Vinci. The article mentions that the painting, believed to be a portrait of Mona Lisa, was brought to the United States by William Henry Vernon in 1797. The painting was sent to Harvard University in 1933 for cleaning and was later authenticated by Dr. Thomas Maccourty Judson, an art expert from the Vatican.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Providence Journal, dated February 22, 1950, with the headline "Painting Now in N.H. Reported Authenticated as da Vinci Work." The article, sourced from the Associated Press (AP) and dated February 21, 1950, reports that a painting in Hanover, New Hampshire, has been authenticated as a work by Leonardo da Vinci.

Key Details from the Article:

1. Painting Description:

   • The painting is identified as a Mona Lisa, attributed to Leonardo da Vinci.
   • It is described as the joint property of Dr. Vernon, the great-grandnephew of William Henry Vernon, and his brother's widow, Mrs. Alice C. E. Vernon of New Jersey and Connecticut.

2. Authentication Process:

   • The authentication was conducted by Dr. Ambrose W. Vernon of Hanover, with the assistance of Dr. Thomas Macoughry Judson, an American who was a curator of the Cicognara collection at the Vatican.
   • Dr. Judson stated that after extensive study and tests, he believes the painting is by Leonardo da Vinci.

3. Historical Context:

   • The painting is said to have been in the Vernon family since 1797, when it was brought from France by William Henry Vernon.
   • It was sent to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University in 1933 for cleaning and advice. During this time, technicians took X-rays, which confirmed the canvas was ancient and dated to the period when Leonardo was known to have painted La Gioconda (Mona Lisa).

4. Additional Information:

   • The painting is described as a portrait of Marie Antoinette, painted shortly before her execution in 1793.
   • It is noted to have been painted earlier than the more famous Mona Lisa, which is currently housed in the Louvre in Paris.

Visual Elements:

• The clipping is a physical newspaper page, with visible creases and wear, indicating it is an archival or historical document.
• The top portion of the image includes a header from the New England Newsclip Agency, Inc., with details such as the address (Box 2078, Boston 6, Hancock 6-9297) and circulation information (Circ. 45,327).
• The article is dated February 22, 1950, and appears to be part of a larger collection or archive, as suggested by the visible label "10:30-WF1L Sign Off Program" at the top right corner.

This clipping highlights a significant art authentication story from the mid-20th century, linking a painting to one of history's most famous artists.