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This image displays a vintage newspaper clipping from February 22, 1950, presented on aged, beige paper with blue ink at the top and black ink for the article text.

At the top, there's a masthead for “Burrelle’s”, a press clipping service established in 1888, located at 165 Church Street, New York, with a phone number (BArclay 7-5371). Below that, it identifies the source of the clipping: “OMAHA, NEB. World-Herald (Morning)”, with a circulation of 115,241.

The headline of the article reads:

“Second Mona Lisa Picture Reported Uncovered in U.S.”

The article, datelined “New York (P)”, reports that a second painting of the Mona Lisa, attributed to Leonardo da Vinci and valued at one million dollars, has been discovered. Dr. Thomas M. Judson, who self-identifies as an archaeologist, art expert, and former curator of the Cicognara Collection of the Vatican, claims to have authenticated the painting using X-rays, infrared photographs, and other laboratory tests.

Key details from the article:

• The painting is said to depict a younger woman than the Louvre version.
• Dr. Judson dates the work to no later than 1506 and notes the brush strokes were left-handed — which he links to Leonardo, citing the Encyclopædia Britannica’s claim that Leonardo was left-handed.
• The painting is owned by Dr. Ambrose W. Vernon of Hanover, N.H., and Winter Park, Fla., and his brother’s widow, Mrs. Alice Vernon.
• The Vernons claim the painting was brought from France by William Henry Vernon in 1797, entrusted to him by Marie Antoinette.
• Dr. Judson’s opinion is that this “Vernon” Mona Lisa was begun and worked on by Leonardo while the Louvre Mona Lisa was still being painted — and that this version portrays Mona Lisa as “saddened, thinner and deeply affected by the death of her baby.”

A brief biographical note adds that Dr. Vernon is a retired Congregational minister and Professor of Theology and Bible Literature who taught at Dartmouth and Yale, served as chaplain of Leland Stanford University, and was a member of the Harvard University Board of Preachers.

The clipping shows signs of age (yellowing paper, slight folding) and is mounted or presented on a light gray background, perhaps for archival or display purposes. A small red marking or tape appears at the lower right corner of the article.

The image shows a vintage newspaper clipping from "The Omaha World-Herald," dated February 22, 1950. The clipping is titled "Second Mona Lisa Picture Reported Uncovered in U.S." It discusses the discovery of a second Mona Lisa painting by Leonardo da Vinci, valued at one million dollars, by Dr. Thomas M. Judson. The painting is said to have been entrusted by Marie Antoinette to one of her ancestors, who brought it to the United States 153 years ago. The article mentions that Dr. Judson, an archaeologist, art expert, and former curator of the Cicognara Collection of the Vatican, authenticated the painting through various methods, including X-rays, infrared photographs, and other laboratory tests. The clipping notes that the painting shows a younger woman than the Louvre version and that the brush strokes are left-handed, which is consistent with Leonardo's known left-handedness. The painting is owned by Dr. Ambrose W. Vernon. The clipping also includes a note at the top indicating that it was cut from a newspaper and the date is stamped in red ink at the bottom.

This image shows a newspaper clipping from the Omaha World-Herald (Morning edition), dated February 22, 1950. The headline reads: "Second Mona Lisa Picture Reported Uncovered in U.S."

The article discusses the discovery of a second Mona Lisa painting by Leonardo da Vinci, valued at one million dollars. Dr. Thomas M. Judson, identified as an archaeologist, art expert, and former curator of the Cicognara Collection of the Vatican, authenticated the painting using X-rays, infrared photographs, and other laboratory tests.

The owners of the painting claim it was entrusted to them by Marie Antoinette and brought to the United States 153 years ago. Dr. Judson noted that this Mona Lisa depicts a younger woman than the version in the Louvre.

The article also mentions that the painting is owned by Dr. Ambrose W. Vernon, of Hanover, N.H., and Winter Park, Fla., and his brother's widow, Mrs. Alice Vernon. It further states that the painting was brought to the country from France by William Henry Vernon and had been entrusted to him by Marie Antoinette.

At the top of the clipping, there is a label from Burrelle's Press Clipping Bureau, established in 1888, located at 165 Church Street, New York. The label includes a phone number: BArcly 7-5371.

The image is a newspaper clipping from the Omaha World-Herald, dated February 22, 1950. The clipping is from the Press Clipping Bureau, located at 165 Church Street, New York. The headline reads "Second Mona Lisa Picture Reported Uncovered in U.S." The article reports the discovery of a second painting by Leonardo da Vinci, valued at one million dollars, which has been identified by Dr. Thomas M. Judson as a Mona Lisa painting.

The painting was entrusted to the owners by Marie Antoinette, one of their ancestors, who brought it to the United States 150 years ago. Dr. Judson, an archaeologist, art expert, and former curator of the Cigognara Collection of the Vatican, authenticated the painting through X-rays, infrared photographs, and other laboratory tests. He believes the painting was done not later than 1506 and that the brush strokes were left-handed, suggesting it was painted by Leonardo da Vinci.

The painting is owned by Dr. Ambrose W. Vernon of Hanover, New Hampshire, and Winter Park, Florida, and his brother's widow, Mrs. Alice Vernon. The Vernons claim the painting was brought to the United States by William Henry Vernon and was entrusted to him by Marie Antoinette. Dr. Vernon returned to the United States in 1797 with the painting.

Dr. Judson's opinion is that there are two Mona Lisas: the "Vernon" Mona Lisa, which was begun, worked upon, and done by Leonardo da Vinci while she was yet saddened, thinner, and deeply affected by the death of her baby, and the Louvre version. Dr. Vernon is a retired Congregational minister and Professor of Theology and Bible Literature who has taught at Dartmouth and Yale. For two terms, he was chaplain of Leland Stanford University and a member of the Harvard University Board of Preachers.

The image shows a clipping from the Omaha World-Herald newspaper dated February 2, 1950, reporting on the discovery of a second Mona Lisa painting by Leonardo da Vinci in the United States. The article states that the painting, valued at one million dollars, was discovered by Dr. Thomas M. Judson, an archaeologist and art expert. The painting was brought to the United States by William Henry Vernon, who had been entrusted with it by Marie Antoinette. The article also mentions that Dr. Judson identified the painting as authentic through various tests, and that it shows a younger woman than the Louvre version.

The image shows a press clipping from the Omaha World-Herald (Morning) dated February 22, 1956. The clipping is titled "Second Mona Lisa Picture Reported Uncovered in U.S." and is sourced from the New York AP (Associated Press). It is part of a collection labeled "Buzzelles' Press Clipping Bureau", established in 1888, located at 165 Church Street, New York.

Key Details from the Clipping:

Headline:

• "Second Mona Lisa Picture Reported Uncovered in U.S."

Content Summary:

1. Discovery of a Second Mona Lisa:

   • A second painting of the Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci, valued at one million dollars, has reportedly been discovered in the United States.
   • The painting is said to be owned by Dr. Ambrose W. Vernon of Hanover, New Hampshire, and Winter Park, Florida.

2. Authentication:

   • Dr. Thomas M. Judson, an archaeologist, art expert, and former curator of the Vatican, identified the painting as authentic.
   • Authentication was conducted using X-rays, infrared photographs, and other laboratory tests.

3. Characteristics of the Painting:

   • Dr. Judson describes the painting as a "younger woman" compared to the Louvre version.
   • He believes it was painted after 1506, as the brush strokes are left-handed (Leonardo da Vinci was left-handed).
   • The Encyclopaedia Britannica is cited to support the claim that Leonardo da Vinci was left-handed.

4. Historical Background:

   • The painting was brought to the United States by William Henry Vernon from France.
   • It was entrusted to him by Marie Antoinette before he returned to this country in 1797.
   • Dr. Judson believes the painting was begun by Leonardo da Vinci at the time of Marie Antoinette's death and completed by someone else, possibly Alice Vernon, William Henry Vernon's brother's widow.

5. Dr. Ambrose W. Vernon:

   • Dr. Vernon is identified as a retired Congregational minister and Professor of Theology and Bible Literature who taught at Dartmouth and Yale.
   • He was chaplain of Leland Stanford University and a member of the Harvard University Board of Preachers.

Visual Elements:

• The clipping is printed on aged, slightly yellowed paper, typical of historical newspaper clippings.
• The text is arranged in a standard newspaper column format, with clear headings and subheadings.
• The top of the clipping includes the Buzzelles' Press Clipping Bureau logo and address, along with the date and publication details.

Context:

• The article reflects a historical moment of intrigue and controversy surrounding art authentication, particularly the legendary Mona Lisa.
• The discovery of a potential second Mona Lisa would have been a significant event, drawing attention from art experts, historians, and the public alike.

This clipping provides a snapshot of a sensational news story from 1956, highlighting the intersection of art, history, and authentication.

The image shows a vintage newspaper clipping from a press clipping service named "Burrelle's," established in 1888. The service, operated by Burrelle's Press Clipping Bureau located at 165 Church Street, New York, is indicated at the top of the clipping with their contact information.

The newspaper clip itself is from the "OMAHA, NEB. World-Herald (Morning)" with a circulation designation (Circ. D. 115,241) and is dated "FEB 2 2 1950." The headline of the article reads "Second Mona Lisa Picture Reported Uncovered in U.S.," and emanates from New York (AP) -- The Associated Press.

The article details the discovery of a second Mona Lisa painting by Leonardo da Vinci, which is valued at over one million dollars. This painting was reported by Dr. Thomas M. Judson on a Tuesday. The painting was said to be entrusted to Marie Antoinette by one of her ancestors and brought to the United States 153 years prior to the article's date.

Dr. Judson is described as an archaeologist, art expert, and former curator of the Cignar Gallery and a consultant to the Vatican. He authenticated the painting with different methods, including X-rays, infrared photographs, and other laboratory tests.

A curious observation made in the article is that this particular Mona Lisa depicts a younger woman than the one in the Louvre version, and Dr. Judson believed the painting was done no later than 1506, with left-handed brush strokes, which aligns with historical perceptions of da Vinci being left-handed.

The article mentions that this painting was owned by Dr. Ambrose V. Vernon of Hanover, N.H., and Winter Park, Fla., and mentions his brother's widow, Mrs. Alice Vernon, in connection with the painting's history.

The visible text concludes by describing Dr. Vernon's background as a retired Congregational minister, professor of Theology and Bible Literature, with previous academic roles at Dartmouth and Yale, including more details about his tenure and affiliations.

The image is a clipping from a newspaper dated February 22, 1950, distributed by Burrelle’s Press Clipping Bureau. It mentions the Omaha World-Herald (Morning) with a circulation of 115,241. The article is about the discovery of what is claimed to be a second Mona Lisa painting attributed to Leonardo da Vinci and valued at one million dollars. Dr. Thomas M. Judson, identified as an archaeologist and art expert, states that he authenticated the painting with various methods, including X-rays and infrared photography.

The painting is said to have been entrusted by Marie Antoinette to one of her ancestors, who brought it to the U.S. 153 years prior. The article suggests that this Mona Lisa depicts a younger woman and could have been created before 1506, with brushstrokes indicating left-handed work, consistent with da Vinci’s technique. Dr. Judson theorizes that this version might have been begun when the subject was experiencing grief. The painting is owned by Dr. Ambrose W. Vernon.

The clipping mentions Dr. Vernon’s background as a retired Congregational minister, professor, and member of the Harvard University Board of Preachers.

The image shows a vintage newspaper clipping from Burrelle's Press Clipping Bureau, dated February 22, 1950. The article is titled "Second Mona Lisa Picture Reported Uncovered in U.S." It discusses the discovery of a second Mona Lisa painting by Leonardo da Vinci, valued at one million dollars, according to Dr. Thomas M. Judson.

The article states that the painting was entrusted by Marie Antoinette to one of their ancestors 153 years ago and was brought to the U.S. from France by William Henry Vernon. Dr. Judson, identified as an archaeologist, art expert, and former curator of the Vatican's Cicognara Collection, authenticated the painting using X-rays and infrared photographs. He mentions this Mona Lisa depicts a younger woman than the Louvre version and thought the painting was created no later than 1506, with the brush strokes being left-handed.

The article notes that Dr. Judson believes the "Vernon" Mona Lisa was begun and worked on by Leonardo when the famous Mona Lisa was still saddened by the death of her baby. Dr. Vernon, a retired Congregational minister and professor of theology and Bible literature, is stated to be the owner of the painting, residing in Hanover, N.H., and Winter Park, Florida. He had a distinguished academic career, including chaplaincy and membership in the Harvard University Board of Preachers.

The image shows a small collage of vintage newspaper clippings on a light gray background.

• At the top left is a tan ad/clipping from Burrelles Press Clipping Bureau (with a scissors logo). It lists contact info for New York and Omaha, Neb., and is stamped “FEB 22 1950.”
• Below and to the right is a larger old newspaper clipping with the headline “Second Mona Lisa Picture Reported Uncovered in U.S.” The article describes a claimed discovery of a second Leonardo da Vinci Mona Lisa in the United States, mentioning Dr. Thomas M. Judson, provenance, and various quoted details about the painting and its supposed history.
• The papers look aged, with yellowed edges and some tears; the bottom-right corner of the clipping is cut away.