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ARCH.2003.35, Rendition: 805132
This image displays a vintage newspaper clipping, likely from a press release or feature article, dated April 23, 1965.
At the top of the clipping, there's a small, light brown label from the New England Newsclip Agency, Inc. It identifies the recipient publication as The Church World from Portland, Me., noting it is a weekly with a circulation of 18,347. The date “APR 23 1965” is handwritten on the label.
The main feature is a black-and-white halftone reproduction of a painting titled “THE HEAD OF CHRIST,” painted by Rembrandt Van Ryn in the late 1640s. The image is a somber, close-up portrait of a bearded man with a contemplative, downward gaze — presumably Christ. The reproduction shows the characteristic grainy texture of newspaper printing.
Beneath the image, a caption provides context:
Red pencil lines and markings appear to have been made on the clipping, possibly by an archivist or editor, including underlining parts of the text. The overall appearance suggests it is a preserved archival item, possibly an informational news release sent to publications.
In summary, this is a 1965 clipping announcing the acquisition and first public exhibition of a newly authenticated Rembrandt oil sketch of “The Head of Christ” by Harvard’s Fogg Art Museum.
The image appears to be a clipping from a newspaper or magazine, specifically from "The Church World" dated April 23, 1965. It features a black-and-white photograph of a person, presumably a religious figure, given the context of the newspaper. The photograph seems to be headshot-sized, with the person wearing formal attire, possibly a robe or a suit. The face is partially obscured by dark hair.
The accompanying text, which is printed below the photograph, discusses the acquisition of a painting titled "The Head of Christ" by Rembrandt Van Ryn. It mentions that this painting has been acquired by the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University. The text also notes that the painting was only recently proven to be a genuine Rembrandt and has not been publicly exhibited before. It is described as closely related to six other studies by Rembrandt on the same subject, painted at about the same time. The painting's dimensions are noted as 10 by 7½ inches. The text is attributed to "NC Photos," likely indicating the source of the photograph.
This image is of a newspaper clipping from "The Church World," a weekly publication from Portland, Maine, dated April 23, 1965. The clipping includes a photograph of a painting titled "The Head of Christ," which was created by Rembrandt van Rijn in the late 1640s. The photograph appears to be a reproduction of the painting, showing a close-up of Christ's face, characterized by a serene and contemplative expression, with soft lighting and detailed attention to the facial features and hair.
The text below the photograph provides additional information about the painting. It states that the work has been acquired by the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University and that it has been recently authenticated as a genuine Rembrandt. The painting is described as an oil sketch that has not been publicly exhibited before. It is noted that the work is closely related to six other studies by Rembrandt on the same subject, painted around the same time. The dimensions of the painting are given as 10 by 7 7/8 inches.
The clipping also includes a reference to the New England Newsclip Agency, Inc., with contact information, and a handwritten date on the top left corner of the clipping. There is a small, pink, vertical line on the right side of the clipping, possibly a marking or a fold. The overall condition of the clipping suggests it is from the mid-1960s, with some signs of age and handling.
The image is a clipping from a newspaper or magazine, featuring a black-and-white photograph of a bearded man. The photograph is centered in the clipping, and the man appears to be looking directly at the camera with a serious expression. The man's hair is long and falls over his shoulders, and he has a thick beard that covers most of his face. The clipping includes a caption that identifies the man as Rembrandt van Rijn, a famous Dutch painter from the 17th century. The caption also mentions that the painting was acquired by the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University and that it is closely related to six other studies by Rembrandt on the same subject painted at about the same time. The painting's dimensions are given as 10 by 7 3/4 inches. The clipping also includes a small piece of paper with the text "New England Newsclip Agency, Inc. Box 2078, Boston 6, Richmond 2-4200" and "The Church World PORTLAND, Me. Weekly Circ. 18,347 APR 23 1965" written on it.
The image is a reproduction of a newspaper clipping from The Church World, dated April 23, 1865. The clipping features an article about a Rembrandt painting, "The Head of Christ," which was acquired by the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University. The painting is described as an oil sketch from the late 1640s, recently proven to be a genuine Rembrandt. It is closely related to six other studies by Rembrandt on the same subject, painted around the same time. The painting measures 10 by 7 7/8 inches. The clipping includes a photograph of the painting, showing a close-up of a bearded man's face, possibly Rembrandt himself. The image has a sepia tone, giving it an old and historical appearance.
The image depicts a historical newspaper clipping from The Church World, a weekly publication based in Portland, Maine, with a circulation of 18,347. The clipping is dated April 23, 1965, and is sourced from the New England Newsclip Agency, Inc., located in Boston, with a Richmond address (Box 2078, Boston 6, Richmond 2-4200).
The central focus of the clipping is a photograph of an oil sketch titled "The Head of Christ," painted by Rembrandt van Rijn in the late 1640s. The article announces that this sketch has been acquired by the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University. Notably, the sketch was only recently authenticated as a genuine Rembrandt and had not been publicly exhibited before.
The article also highlights that this oil sketch is closely related to six other studies by Rembrandt on the same subject, all painted around the same time. The dimensions of the painting are specified as 10 by 7 ¾ inches. The caption at the bottom of the clipping credits the photograph to NC Photos.
The overall presentation suggests the clipping is part of an archival collection, likely preserved for historical or academic purposes. The text and photograph convey a sense of significance regarding the acquisition and authentication of a notable artwork.
This image is a photograph of a newspaper or magazine clipping from "The Church World" published in Portland, Maine, dated April 23, 1965. It references "The Head of Christ," an oil sketch painted by Rembrandt Van Rijn in the late 1640s. The artwork had been acquired by the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University and was proven to be an authentic Rembrandt. The clipping states that the piece had not been publicly exhibited before and is related to six other studies of the same subject painted by Rembrandt. The painting's dimensions are 10 by 7¾ inches. A blurred section obscures part of the image.
This is a photograph of a newspaper clipping. At the top, there is a small label which reads "New England Newsclip Agency, Inc.," providing an address in Boston and a phone number. Below that, the clipping identifies the publication source as "The Church World" from Portland, Maine, with a circulation figure and the date "APR 23 1965."
The main portion of the clipping shows an artwork titled "THE HEAD OF CHRIST," with a description noting that it was painted by Rembrandt Van Ryn in the late 1640s and has been acquired by the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University. It mentions that the oil sketch, now confirmed as a genuine Rembrandt, had not been on public display before this time. The description also notes that this piece is closely related to six other studies by Rembrandt on the same subject that were painted around the same time. The painting's dimensions are stated to be 10 by 7 ¾ inches. At the bottom of the description "NC Photos" is written, likely indicating the source of the photograph.
The image of the painting itself shows a dark, tonal portrait of Christ with a sympathetic and contemplative expression, bearded and with long hair, looking to the viewer's left.
The image shows a clipping from a newspaper called The Church World from Portland, Maine, dated April 23, 1965. The clipping includes a black and white photograph of a painting titled "THE HEAD OF CHRIST," which was painted by Rembrandt Van Ryn in the late 1640s. The text below the image states that the painting has been acquired by the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University. It mentions that the oil sketch was only recently proven to be a genuine Rembrandt and has not been publicly exhibited before. The painting is closely related to six other studies by Rembrandt on the same subject painted around the same time. The dimensions of the painting are noted as 10 by 7 7/8 inches. The clipping is from the New England Newsclip Agency, Inc.