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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings, each containing an article about the acquisition of a Rembrandt oil sketch by Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum. The articles are dated April 14, 1965, and are from the Wakefield, Mass., edition of a newspaper with a circulation of 6,515. The articles detail the history of the sketch, which was given to the university by William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and official. The sketch is described as "Head of Christ" and is believed to have come from a Polish nobleman's collection. The articles provide background on the sketch's origins, including its sale to actor Thomas Mitchell in 1939 and the subsequent acquisition by the museum. The clippings are laid out on a light-colored surface, and some parts of the text are underlined for emphasis.

This image shows a collection of newspaper clippings related to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The main article is titled "Harvard Museum Given Rembrandt," dated April 14, 1965. It reports that the Fogg Art Museum has acquired a Rembrandt oil sketch entitled "Head of Christ" as a gift from Atty. William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and an official of the university. The sketch is believed to have come from the private collection of a Polish nobleman and was sold in New York in 1939 to actor Thomas Mitchell. It was purchased for the museum after Mitchell's death in 1962.

The article describes the sketch as measuring about 8 by 10 inches, with warm colors predominating, including red-brown for Christ's garment, golden brown for the background, and orange red, pink, and ochre for the flesh tones. It also mentions that the picture was once in a Polish princely collection and came to New York in 1939.

There are some additional clippings partially visible in the image, but the main focus is on the article about the Rembrandt sketch. The clippings are arranged on a plain background, and some parts of the text are underlined in red.

This image displays a collection of aged newspaper clippings, likely preserved as archival material, mounted or arranged on a plain, light-gray background.

The central and most prominent clipping is from April 14, 1965, and features a headline from the Associated Press (AP):

Harvard Museum Given Rembrandt

The article details the donation of a Rembrandt oil sketch, titled “Head of Christ”, to Harvard University’s Fogg Art Museum. Key points from the article include:

• The painting was a gift from Atty. William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and university official.
• The sketch was displayed for the first time at a private showing for members of Harvard’s governing boards.
• Its provenance traces back to the private collection of a Polish prince.
• It appeared in New York before 1939 and was sold to actor Thomas Mitchell in 1939.
• The Fogg Art Museum acquired the piece after Mitchell's death in 1962.
• The article includes a brief description of the artwork: measuring about 8 by 10 inches, with soft light illuminating Christ’s head against a neutral background, warm colors, and garments in reddish-brown tones.

Additional Details:

• The newsclippings are yellowed with age and have some creases, indicating they are original or vintage photocopies.
• Several portions of the text are underlined in red pencil, highlighting key names and facts — such as “Rembrandt,” “Head of Christ,” “Atty. William A. Coolidge,” “Polish prince,” and “Thomas Mitchell.”
• At the top of the main clipping, typed text identifies the item:
  Item (e)
  WAKEFIELD, Mass.
  Circ. 6,515
  — likely referencing the source newspaper’s circulation or origin.
• Other smaller, partially visible clippings are arranged around the main article, suggesting this is part of a larger file or scrapbook documenting the acquisition.

Overall, the image captures a historical record of a significant art donation to Harvard, preserved with personal annotations, offering insight into the artwork’s journey and the institutional context of its acquisition.

The image shows a piece of paper with printed text and a red line on the right side. The paper is old and has a yellowish hue. The text on the paper is written in a black font and appears to be a news article. The article is about a painting that was displayed at the Harvard Museum and was given to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The painting was a gift from Atty. William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and an official of the university. The painting is believed to have come from the private collection of a Polish nobleman. It was sold in New York in 1939 to actor Thomas Mitchell and was purchased for the museum after Mitchell's death in 1962. The painting measures about 8 by 10 inches and depicts a scene of Christ's garments in a reddish-brown background with golden brown highlights and pink and ochre enlivened flies.

The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and documents, likely from the mid-20th century. The clippings are from various newspapers and cover different topics. One of the clippings is about a Rembrandt oil sketch that was given to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The sketch, titled "Head of Christ," was purchased by William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and university official, after the death of Polish actor Thomas Mitchell in 1962. The sketch was previously owned by Mitchell, who acquired it in New York in 1939 after it was sold by a Polish nobleman. The sketch measures approximately 8 by 10 inches and features a neutral background with warm colors dominating Christ's garment, which is red in a bedish shade, and a background of golden brown with orange and ochre tones. The sketch is believed to have come from a Polish collection.

The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings or printed articles that have been physically cut and arranged vertically, forming a collage-like display. The clippings appear to be from different sources, as indicated by varying fonts, layouts, and content. Here is a detailed description:

Visual Elements:

1. Layout:

   • The clippings are stacked vertically, with each piece of paper slightly overlapping the one below it. This creates a staggered, layered effect.
   • The papers are aligned along the left edge, giving the impression of a vertical stack or a scrapbook-style arrangement.

2. Content:

   • The text is predominantly in English and appears to be news articles or reports. The content is centered around art, specifically mentioning Rembrandt and a painting titled "Head of Christ."
   • The articles discuss the acquisition of the painting by Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum, its history, and its significance.

3. Key Details:

   • Headline: One of the clippings prominently displays the headline:
     "Harvard Museum Given Rembrandt."
   • Location: The article is dated April 14, 1965, and is attributed to Cambridge, Mass., indicating it is a news report from that time and place.
   • Details About the Painting:
     • The painting is described as a Rembrandt oil sketch titled "Head of Christ."
     • It was a gift from William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and official of the university.
     • The painting was previously owned by a Polish nobleman, sold in New York in 1939, and later acquired by actor Thomas Mitchell, who donated it to the museum after his death in 1962.
     • The article mentions that the painting was displayed at a private showing for Harvard's governing boards and was first shown publicly at the Fogg Art Museum.
   • Physical Description: The article describes the painting as being about 8 by 10 inches, with soft light illuminating the head against a neutral background. The figure is depicted wearing a red garment, and the background features warm colors such as brown, golden brown, and ochre.

4. Additional Text:

   • Other clippings include fragments of text discussing the painting's provenance, its display history, and its artistic qualities. Some text appears partially cut off or obscured.
   • One visible line mentions "the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University," confirming the institution's involvement.
   • There is also a reference to a Polish prince and the painting's journey through various owners, including its acquisition by Thomas Mitchell.

5. Design and Condition:

   • The papers show signs of aging, with some discoloration and wear, suggesting they are historical documents.
   • The text is printed in a mix of typewriter and typesetting fonts, typical of mid-20th-century newspapers or printed reports.

Overall Impression:

The image portrays a curated collection of news articles focused on the acquisition of a significant Rembrandt painting by Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum. The vertical stacking of the clippings creates a visual representation of the layered history and media coverage surrounding the event. The arrangement suggests an intentional display, possibly for archival, educational, or artistic purposes, emphasizing the importance of the painting and its journey through ownership and exhibition.

This image shows a newspaper clipping or an article that has been cut out and placed against a grey background. The paper is yellowed with age and some parts are folded, indicating it's been preserved for some time. The article is primarily about a Rembrandt painting donated to Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum. The title reads "Harvard Museum Given Rembrandt." The article continues to mention that the painting, an oil sketch titled "Head of Christ," was displayed publicly for the first time at Harvard on a Monday and was a gift from William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and official of the university.

The article describes the painting, mentioning its size (about 8 by 10 inches), colors, and background composition. It also details the painting's provenance, indicating it once belonged to a Polish nobleman, was sold in New York in 1939, was later owned by actor Thomas Mitchell, and was put on the market after Mitchell's death in 1962 before being acquired by the Fogg Museum.

Also noticeable is a stamp or mark in the top left corner that reads "APR 14 1965," likely indicating when the article was published or when it was archived. Additionally, there is a library or archive reference on the top of the clipping, "Item (e) WAKEFIELD, Mass. Circ. 6,515." This could be a cataloguing identifier from a library or another institution that archived this clipping.

This image shows a clipping of a newspaper article dated April 14, 1965, from Wakefield, Massachusetts. The article reports that Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum has received a highly prized new possession: an oil sketch by Rembrandt entitled "Head of Christ." The painting was displayed at a private showing for the first time and was a gift from Attorney William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and university official.

The sketch is believed to have originated from the private collection of a Polish nobleman. It was sold in New York in 1939 to actor Thomas Mitchell, who owned it until his death in 1962, after which it was purchased for the museum. The painting measures approximately 8 by 10 inches and features warm colors with Christ's garment in reddish-brown, a neutral background in shades of golden brown, orange red, pink, and ochre, which enliven the flesh tones.

The article highlights the significance of this acquisition for Harvard's Fogg Art Museum.

This image shows a newspaper clipping detailing an article about Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum acquiring a Rembrandt oil sketch titled "Head of Christ." The clipping is dated April 14, 1965, and appears to have come from Wakefield, Massachusetts. The article mentions that the painting was gifted by Attorney William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and university official.

The piece is described as measuring 8 by 10 inches, with soft lighting illuminating Christ's figure against a neutral background. Warm tones predominate, with Christ's garment depicted in reddish brown and the background in shades of golden brown, orange-red, pink, and other earth tones.

It notes the sketch’s historical provenance, stating that it belonged to the private collection of a Polish nobleman, appeared in New York before Poland fell to Hitler, and was purchased in 1939 by actor Thomas Mitchell. After Mitchell’s death in 1962, the painting was acquired for Harvard's museum.

The image shows a small collage of torn newspaper clippings mounted on a light gray background. The central clipping has the headline “Harvard Museum Given Rembrandt” (Cambridge, Mass., AP) about a Rembrandt oil sketch titled “Head of Christ” donated to Harvard’s Fogg Art Museum. It mentions the donor: William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate, and notes the painting’s provenance (private collection of a Polish nobleman; sold in New York in 1939 to actor Thomas Mitchell; purchased by the museum after Mitchell’s death in 1962). At the top, there’s a smaller clipping header reading “Item (e) WAKEFIELD, Mass. Circ. 6,515” and a stamped date “APR 14 1965.” The pieces are arranged in a layered, scrapbook-like stack.