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The image shows a clipping of a newspaper article from April 13, 1965, titled "Head of Christ" at Harvard Museum. The article discusses a newly acquired Rembrandt oil sketch titled "Head of Christ" by Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum. The painting was displayed for the first time at a private showing for members of Harvard's governing boards. It was a gift from William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and an official of the university.

The article mentions that 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. After Mitchell's death in 1962, it was purchased for the museum.

The painting measures about 8 by 10 inches and is described as having soft light illuminating the head of Christ, posed against a neutral background. The colors used include warm reds, golden browns, and shades of ochre. The article also notes that the painting was once in a Polish princely collection and came to New York in 1939, where it was acquired by Mitchell.

The image shows a yellowed, clipped newspaper article from the Attleboro, Mass., newspaper, dated April 13, 1965. The headline reads "HEAD OF CHRIST" AT HARVARD MUSEUM. The article reports that Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum has acquired a highly-prized Rembrandt oil sketch titled "Head of Christ." The piece was displayed for the first time at a private showing on Monday, April 12, 1965, and was a gift from Attorney William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and university official.

The sketch, believed to have come from the private collection of a Polish nobleman, was sold in New York in 1939 to actor Thomas Mitchell, who purchased it for the museum after Mitchell's death in 1962. The small painting, measuring about 8 by 10 inches, features a head of Christ with soft light illuminating it against a neutral background, predominantly in warm colors with Christ's garment in red, the background in brown, and accents in golden brown, red, pink, and ochre.

The article also mentions that the painting was once in a Polish princely collection, came to New York in 1939 when it was acquired by the movie actor Thomas Mitchell, and was later given to the university by Coolidge.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from April 13, 1965, from Attleboro, Massachusetts, with a circulation of 11,177. The article is titled "Head of Christ" at Harvard Museum.

The article discusses the acquisition of a Rembrandt oil sketch, "Head of Christ," by Harvard University’s Fogg Art Museum. The painting was gifted to the museum by William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and university official. The sketch is believed to have originated from the private collection of a Polish nobleman and was sold in New York in 1939 to actor Thomas Mitchell. After Mitchell's death in 1962, the painting was purchased by Coolidge for the museum.

The painting itself is described as measuring about 8 by 10 inches. The depiction shows Christ with a neutral background, predominantly warm colors, and detailed soft lighting that highlights the red tones of Christ's garment against a backdrop of golden brown and various earthy tones. The article also mentions that the painting was displayed at a private showing on Monday for Harvard's governing boards.

The image shows a newspaper clipping dated April 13, 1965, from Attleboro, Massachusetts, with a circulation of 11,177 copies. The article is titled "Head of Christ" at Harvard Museum and discusses a newly acquired Rembrandt painting, "Head of Christ," displayed at Harvard University’s Fogg Art Museum.

Key points from the article include:

1. The painting is a highly prized oil sketch by Rembrandt.
2. It was a gift to the university from William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and an official of the university.
3. The sketch is believed to have originated from the private collection of a Polish nobleman and was sold in New York in 1939 to actor Thomas Mitchell.
4. After Mitchell's death in 1962, the painting was acquired by the Fogg Art Museum.
5. The sketch measures about 8 by 10 inches and features Christ’s head illuminated against a neutral background with warm colors predominating, particularly reds and browns.
6. The painting was displayed for the first time at a private showing for members of Harvard’s governing boards.
7. The article mentions that the painting was part of the collection of a Polish prince and later appeared in New York before being sold to Mitchell.

The clipping is somewhat worn, with visible creases and tears, indicating its age.

The image shows a portion of a newspaper clipping from April 13, 1965, with the headline "Head of Christ" at Harvard Museum. The article is from Attleboro, Massachusetts, with a circulation of 11,177.

The main content of the article discusses the acquisition of a Rembrandt oil sketch titled "Head of Christ" by Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum. The sketch was displayed for the first time at a private showing for Harvard's governing boards. It was gifted to the university by William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and official of the university, who inherited it from the private collection of a Polish nobleman.

The sketch was sold in New York in 1939 to actor Thomas Mitchell, who later bequeathed it to the museum after his death in 1962. The article provides details about the artwork, stating it measures about 8 by 10 inches and depicts Christ's head with soft light and warm color tones, including shades of red, pink, and ochre.

The clipping includes some editorial markings, such as red lines, possibly indicating emphasis or corrections. The article is a mix of historical and artistic interest, highlighting the provenance and significance of the sketch within the museum's collection.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Attleboro, Massachusetts area, dated April 13, 1965. The article is titled "'Head of Christ' at Harvard Museum" and discusses a new acquisition by Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum.

Key points from the article:

1. New Acquisition: The Fogg Art Museum has acquired a highly prized Rembrandt oil sketch titled "Head of Christ."

2. Display: The painting was displayed for the first time on a Monday at a private showing attended by members of Harvard's governing boards.

3. Donation: The sketch was donated to the university by William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and an official of the university.

4. History of the Sketch:

   • The sketch 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.
   • After Mitchell's death in 1962, the painting was purchased for the museum.

5. Description of the Sketch:

   • The sketch measures about 8 by 10 inches.
   • It features Christ's head softly illuminated against a neutral background with a warm color predominating.
   • Christ's garment is rendered in reddish-brown tones, with the background enlivened by shades of golden brown, ochre, pink, and red.

6. Provenance:

   • The painting first appeared in a New York collection in 1939.
   • It was acquired by Thomas Mitchell, a well-known Hollywood actor, who was famous for his roles in movies and on the stage.

This acquisition was considered significant for the Fogg Art Museum and the broader academic community at Harvard University.

This image shows a newspaper clipping that has been pieced together, as it appears to have been torn into sections. It's dated from Attleboro, Massachusetts with the newspaper's date of Circa November 1, 1777, and it includes a specific date stamp of "APR 13 1965." The article is about a "Head of Christ" oil sketch by Rembrandt, stating that it was a new possession at the Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum at the time.

The article details a bit of the painting's history, mentioning that it was displayed publicly for the first time at the museum during a private showing. It was donated to Harvard by William A. Coolidge, a graduate and official of the university. The sketch is believed to have come from the private collection of a Polish nobleman. It also mentions that the painting had been sold in New York in 1939 to actor Thomas Mitchell and remained in his possession until after his death in 1962.

It describes the sketch as measuring about 8 by 10 inches and being illuminated by a soft light behind Jesus' head, composed against a neutral background. The vivid description of the painting continues, mentioning warm color combinations and how the garment being reddish-brown sets the backdrop for the epic shades of golden brown while pink and ochre enliven the flesh tones.

Finally, the article notes that the painting was once in a Polish royal collection and came to New York when it was acquired by Thomas Mitchell, who died in 1962.

The image shows a stack of vintage newspaper clippings, likely from the Attleboro, Mass. newspaper, dated April 13, 1965. The clippings are neatly arranged and appear to be part of an archive or collection. The visible text on the topmost clipping is circled and highlights a headline: "HEAD OF CHRIST AT HARVARD MUSEUM".

Key Details from the Visible Text:

1. Headline: The headline announces that Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum has acquired a highly prized oil sketch by Rembrandt, titled "Head of Christ."
2. Origin: The painting was a gift from Atty. William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and an official of the university.
3. History: The sketch 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, who later donated it to the museum after his death in 1962.
4. Description: The painting measures approximately 8 by 10 inches and depicts Christ's head against a neutral background. The artwork features warm colors, with Christ's garment in red and the background in shades of golden brown, ochre, and pink.
5. Display: The painting was displayed for the first time at a private showing on Monday, as part of a gift to the museum.

Visual Characteristics:

• The clippings have a sepia-toned appearance, typical of aged newspapers.
• The text is typewritten or printed, with clear, legible fonts.
• The clippings are stacked vertically, with the topmost one being the most prominent and circled for emphasis.
• The background is a plain, light-colored wall, which contrasts with the warm tones of the newspaper pages.

Context:

The image suggests a historical or archival setting, possibly part of a museum exhibit, research collection, or personal archive. The circled headline indicates that this particular article is of significant interest, perhaps due to the artistic and historical value of the Rembrandt sketch. The date (April 13, 1965) situates the event in the mid-20th century, reflecting the cultural and artistic appreciation of Rembrandt's work during that era.

The image displays a collection of newspaper clippings, each with a distinct section of text. The clippings are arranged in a way that suggests they might be part of a scrapbook or an art piece. The clippings are of varying sizes and have different colored borders, including red, white, and blue. The text on the clippings appears to be from a historical context, possibly related to art, history, or notable events. The text includes details about an oil sketch titled "Head of Christ," which was displayed at Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum. The clippings provide information about the painting's history, its acquisition, and its display at the museum. The clippings are mounted on a white background, which helps to highlight the text and borders of the clippings.

The image depicts a newspaper clipping that is affixed to a wooden frame. The clipping is dated April 13, 1965, and is from the Attleboro, Massachusetts, newspaper. The headline reads "Head of Christ" at Harvard Museum. The article discusses a Rembrandt oil sketch titled "Head of Christ," which was recently acquired by Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum. The painting was a gift from William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and an official of the university. The article provides details about the painting's history, including its previous ownership by a Polish nobleman and its acquisition by actor Thomas Mitchell before his death in 1962. The painting is described as being approximately 8 by 10 inches, with a soft light illuminating the head and warm color predominating against a neutral background. The article also mentions that the painting was once part of a larger collection in a Polish princely residence.