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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings, primarily from an article dated April 13, 1965, from Lowell, Massachusetts. The article is titled "A Rembrandt for Harvard" and discusses the acquisition of a Rembrandt painting by Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum.

Key points from the article include:

1. Painting Details: The painting is an oil sketch entitled "Head of Christ," which was displayed for the first time at a private showing.
2. Donor: The painting was donated by William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and an official of the university.
3. Provenance: 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 later purchased for the museum after Mitchell's death in 1962.
4. Dimensions: The painting measures 10 by 7 inches.
5. Donor Information: Coolidge lives on Country Road, Topsfield, and is a benefactor at the Trinity Episcopal Church. He recently commissioned sculptors Walter and K. Hancock to create a series of larger-than-life bronze figures for a scene called "Garden of Gethsemane," which will be placed in the church's courtyard.

The clippings provide a historical snapshot of the art acquisition and the philanthropic activities of William A. Coolidge.

The image shows a yellowed, clipped newspaper article with the headline "A Rembrandt for Harvard." The article is from the Lowell Sun, dated April 13, 1965. The byline indicates it was written in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The article discusses Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum acquiring a highly-prized Rembrandt oil sketch titled "Head of Christ." The piece was displayed for the first time at a private showing and was donated by Attorney William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate, and university official. The sketch, measuring 10 by 7 and seven-eighths inches, 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 bequeathed it to the museum after his death in 1962. The article also mentions that Coolidge commissioned sculptor Walter K. Hancock to create a series of bronze figures for the Trinity Episcopal Church in Topsfield, Massachusetts. The text is slightly faded, and there are some tears and creases on the paper, indicating its age.

The image shows an old newspaper clipping dated April 13, 1965, from Lowell, Massachusetts, with a circulation of 44,966. The headline reads "A Rembrandt for Harvard."

The article discusses the acquisition of a Rembrandt oil sketch titled "Head of Christ" by Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum. The painting was gifted to the museum by William A. Coolidge, a graduate of Harvard University. The sketch was originally part of the collection of a Polish nobleman and was sold in New York in 1939 to actor Thomas Mitchell. After Mitchell's death in 1962, the sketch was put up for sale and purchased by Coolidge.

The sketch measures 10 by 7 7/8 inches. Coolidge, who lives in Topsfield, is noted as a benefactor of Trinity Episcopal Church, where he commissioned sculptor Walter K. Hancock to create a series of larger-than-life bronze figures for a scene called "Garden of Gethsemane." This work will be placed in the church's courtyard once completed.

The newspaper article also briefly mentions the display of the painting at Harvard, highlighting its significance and the private showing of the artwork to members of Harvard’s governing boards.

The image shows a clipping from a newspaper dated April 13, 1965, from Lowell, Massachusetts, with a circulation of 44,966. The headline of the article is "A Rembrandt for Harvard."

The article reports that Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum has acquired a highly prized Rembrandt oil sketch titled "Head of Christ." The painting was gifted to the university by Attorney William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and an official of the university.

Key points from the article include:

• The sketch was displayed for the first time at a private showing for members of Harvard’s governing boards.
• The painting is believed to have originated from a Polish nobleman's private collection.
• It was sold in New York in 1939 to actor Thomas Mitchell and then purchased for the museum after Mitchell's death in 1962.
• The sketch measures 10 by 7 7/8 inches.
• William A. Coolidge, who lives in Topsfield, Massachusetts, is also noted for his philanthropic activities, including being a benefactor at the Trinity Episcopal Church and commissioning sculptures for the church's courtyard.

The clipping is slightly torn and aged, with some parts of the text barely legible. The right edge of the clipping is also cut off, showing more text that is partially visible.

The image shows a section of a newspaper article from April 13, 1965, with the headline "A Rembrandt for Harvard." The article discusses Harvard University's acquisition of a highly-prized Rembrandt oil sketch titled "Head of Christ."

Key points of the article include:

• The painting was displayed for the first time at a private showing for members of Harvard's governing boards.
• The sketch was gifted to Harvard by 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 and was sold in New York in 1939 to actor Thomas Mitchell. It was later purchased for the museum after Mitchell's death in 1962.
• The sketch measures 10 by 7 7/8 inches.
• Coolidge, who lives in Topsfield, Massachusetts, is also a benefactor at the Trinity Episcopal Church and has commissioned sculptor Walter K. Hancock to create larger-than-life bronze figures for a scene called "Garden of Gethsemane," which will be placed in the church's courtyard.

The newspaper clipping has a circulation number of 44,966 and is from Lowell, Massachusetts.

The image is a newspaper clipping from the Associated Press, dated April 13, 1965, reporting on a significant acquisition by Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum.

Headline: A Rembrandt for Harvard

Summary:

• Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge has acquired a highly prized oil sketch by Rembrandt titled "Head of Christ."
• The painting was displayed for the first time the previous Monday during a private showing to members of Harvard's governing boards.
• The artwork was a gift from William A. Coolidge, a Harvard and Law School graduate, and an official of the university.
• The sketch is believed to have come from the private collection of a Polish nobleman. It was sold in New York in 1939, before Poland fell to Hitler, to actor Thomas Mitchell. After Mitchell's death in 1962, the painting was purchased by the museum.
• The dimensions of the sketch are 10 by 7 7/8 inches.
• William A. Coolidge, who lives in Topsfield, Massachusetts, also has commissioned sculptor K. Hancock to create a series of larger-than-life bronze figures titled "Garden of Gethsemene" for the Trinity Episcopal Church. These figures will be placed in the church's courtyard upon completion.

This image shows a newspaper clipping with the headline "A Rembrandt for Harvard." The dateline at the top reads "LOWELL, Mass." with a circulation figure of 44,966, and it's dated April 3, 1965. The article, attributed to Cambridge (AP) — likely meaning it's from the Associated Press — discusses a Rembrandt oil sketch entitled “Head of Christ” that Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum has acquired. The painting was publicly displayed for the first time on the date of the article, after being given to the university by Attorney William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and official at the university.

The article provides background on the painting's provenance, stating that it 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 passing in 1962, the painting was acquired for the museum.

Additionally, there’s a mention of a separate cultural note regarding Coolidge commissioning sculptor Walter Hancock to do a series of bronze figures larger than life for a scene called "Garden Of Gethsemane" to be placed in the courtyard of the Trinity Episcopal Church.

The visible portion of the clipping is somewhat aged, with yellowing paper and a visible crease where it has been folded. The text is typewritten and typical of a mid-20th-century newspaper layout.

The image shows a cut-out newspaper article titled "A Rembrandt for Harvard" dated April 13, 1965. The article, from Lowell, Massachusetts, reports that Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum has acquired a highly-prized new possession, a Rembrandt oil sketch entitled "Head of Christ."

Key details from the article include:

• The painting was displayed for the first time at a private showing.
• It was a gift from Attorney William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and university official.
• 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 and later purchased for the museum after Mitchell’s death in 1962.
• The article mentions Coolidge's involvement in the arts, including commissioning sculptor Walter K. Hancock to create bronze figures for a church courtyard.

Parts of the text are slightly cut off, but the main points revolve around the acquisition and provenance of the Rembrandt oil sketch.

The image shows a collage of newspaper clippings with text that reads "A Rembrandt for Harvard" and "Cambridge" on the left side. The text is in a slanting position, and the newspaper clippings are arranged in a row. The text on the right side reads "A Rembrandt for Harvard" and "Cambridge" with the date "APR 13 1965" on the top left. The newspaper clippings are arranged in a row, and the text is in a slanting position.

The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings or articles, likely from the Lowell Sun, dated April 13, 1965, and circulated with a circulation of 44,966. The articles are focused on a significant art acquisition by Harvard University.

Key Details from the Articles:

1. Headline:

   • One of the articles is titled "A Rembrandt for Harvard", indicating that Harvard University has acquired a Rembrandt oil sketch.

2. Content Summary:

   • 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 at a private showing for the first time and was a gift from 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 later purchased by the Fogg Art Museum after Mitchell's death in 1962.

3. Additional Context:

   • The sketch measures 10 by 7 and 7/8 inches.
   • Coolidge, who lives on Country Road in Topsfield, is also mentioned as a benefactor at the Trinity Episcopal Church. He recently commissioned sculptor Walter K. Hancock to create a series of larger-than-life bronze figures for a scene called "Garden of Gethsemene", which will be placed in the church's courtyard when completed.

4. Visual Layout:

   • The articles are presented in a vertical stack, with the headlines and portions of the text visible. The text is printed in a standard newspaper font, and the layout suggests these are physical clippings or photocopies.

Overall Impression:

The image captures a historical moment in the art world, highlighting Harvard University's acquisition of a valuable Rembrandt sketch. The articles provide context about the sketch's provenance, its journey through ownership, and its significance to both the university and the broader art community. The inclusion of Coolidge's additional contributions to the Trinity Episcopal Church adds a personal and local dimension to the story.