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This image displays a collection of aged, yellowed newspaper clippings, likely from the mid-1960s, arranged somewhat haphazardly on a light gray surface. The clippings appear to be related to a single news story.

The most prominent clipping, positioned centrally, features a bold headline: “Topsfield Man Donates Art To Harvard”. Below the headline, the byline reads “CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (UPI)”.

The article details the donation of a small oil sketch titled “Head of Christ” by the Dutch master Rembrandt to the Harvard University Fogg Art Museum by Boston attorney William A. Coolidge, a resident of Topsfield, Massachusetts. Key details from the article include:

• Coolidge purchased the piece in California for $36,000.
• The work was authenticated as a Rembrandt.
• It originally belonged to the late actor Thomas Mitchell and was put on the market after his death in 1962.
• The sketch measures 10 by 7 and seven-eighths inches.
• Coolidge is noted as a benefactor to the Trinity Episcopal Church in Topsfield and had recently commissioned sculptor Walter K. Hancock for a project called “Garden Of Gethsemane.”

Visible Markings:

• A red ink mark resembling the number “C5” is drawn next to the headline.
• A handwritten date, “APR 13 1965”, is stamped or written on a piece of paper above the main article.
• The location “LAWRENCE, Mass.” and circulation information “Comb. Circ. 42,165” are visible on the top clipping.
• The name “Harvard” is underlined in red ink within the body of the article.
• Other sections of text, likely from the same or related articles, are visible on overlapping pieces of paper to the right and above.

The clippings show signs of age, with brittle, browned edges, consistent with historical newspaper material. The overall impression is that of a personal scrapbook collection or an archive documenting a significant local cultural donation.

The image shows a newspaper clipping with the headline "Topsfield Man Donates Art To Harvard." The clipping is dated April 13, 1965, and is from the Lawrence, Massachusetts, edition of a newspaper with a circulation of 42,165. The article discusses William A. Coolidge, a Boston attorney from Topsfield, Massachusetts, who donated a little-known oil sketch by Dutch artist Rembrandt to the Harvard University Fogg Art Museum.

The sketch, titled "Head of Christ," was purchased in California by Coolidge for $36,000 and was authenticated as a work by Rembrandt. The article mentions that the sketch was previously owned by the late motion picture actor Thomas Mitchell and was acquired from his estate. The sketch measures 10 by 7 and seven-eighths inches.

The article also notes that Coolidge is a benefactor at the Trinity Episcopal Church in Lawrence, Massachusetts, and that he has commissioned sculptor Walter 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.

This image is of a newspaper clipping from April 13, 1965, likely originating from a paper in Lawrence, Massachusetts, with a combined circulation of 42,165. The headline reads, "Topsfield Man Donates Art To Harvard," and the article is from Cambridge, Massachusetts. It discusses how Boston attorney William A. Coolidge has donated an oil sketch by Dutch artist Rembrandt to the Harvard University Fogg Art Museum. The sketch, titled "Head of Christ," was purchased in California for $36,000 and has been authenticated as a Rembrandt piece. The article provides the sketch's history, mentioning its previous ownership by Hollywood actor Thomas Mitchell and its connection to a Polish prince's collection. It also describes the sketch's dimensions and Coolidge's other contributions, such as commissioning sculptor Walter K. Hancock for a church project. The clipping has some markings and annotations, possibly for archival or editorial purposes.

A newspaper clipping with a headline that reads "Topsfield Man Donates Art To Harvard" is displayed on a gray wall. The clipping is in a folded shape, with a piece of paper attached to it. The paper has a red line on the left side and a black line on the right side. The clipping is from Lawrence, Massachusetts, on April 13, 1965.

The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings. The clippings are old, yellowed, and appear to be from the 1960s. The text is handwritten and printed in different fonts and sizes. The clippings are arranged in a way that suggests they were cut out from a newspaper and pasted onto a piece of paper. The clippings contain information about an art donation to Harvard University, a sketch by Rembrandt, and a donation to the Fogg Art Museum.

The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings arranged vertically on a light blue background. The clippings appear to be historical articles, likely from the mid-20th century, as indicated by the visible date "APR 13 1965" on one of the clippings. The articles are printed on aged, slightly yellowed paper, suggesting they are archival or vintage materials.

Key Details from the Clippings:

1. Top Article (Center):

   • Headline: " Topsfield Man Donates Art To Harvard"
   • Location: Lawrence, Mass.
   • Circulation: Comb. Circ. 42,165
   • Date: APR 13 1965
   • Content: The article discusses a donation of an oil sketch by Dutch artist Rembrandt to the Harvard Art Museum. The sketch, titled "Head of Christ," was purchased in California by William A. Coolidge, a Boston attorney, for $36,000. It was authenticated as a Rembrandt work and was the property of the late motion picture actor Thomas Mitchell, who placed it on the market following his death in 1962. The sketch measures 10 by 7 ½ inches and was donated by Coolidge, who is also a benefactor at the Trinity Episcopal Church in Topsfield, Massachusetts.

2. Right Article:

   • Content: This article discusses a painting displayed at the Harvard Fogg Art Museum. It mentions that the painting was shown for the first time at a private showing for members of Harvard’s governing boards. The painting was donated to the university by William A. Coolidge, a graduate of Harvard Law School. The artwork is said to have come from the private collection of a Polish prince and was previously displayed in New York before Poland fell to Hitler in 1939. After Mitchell’s death, the painting was put on the market and acquired for the Fogg Art Museum.

3. Left Article (Partially Visible):

   • Content: The left article appears to be related to Coolidge’s involvement with the Trinity Episcopal Church in Topsfield. It mentions that Coolidge commissioned sculptor Walter K. Hancock to create a series of larger-than-life bronze figures for a scene called "Garden of Gethsemane," which was to be placed in the church’s courtyard when completed.

Visual Observations:

• The clippings are slightly overlapping and arranged in a vertical stack.
• There are handwritten markings and annotations on some of the clippings, including a red "CS" and other notations, possibly for cataloging or reference purposes.
• The text is clear and legible, with typical newspaper formatting, including columns and justified text.

Overall Impression:

The image depicts a curated display of historical newspaper articles focusing on art donations, particularly highlighting the contributions of William A. Coolidge to the Harvard Art Museum and his involvement with the Trinity Episcopal Church in Topsfield, Massachusetts. The articles provide context about the provenance and significance of the donated artworks, as well as Coolidge’s broader contributions to the arts and local community.

This image shows a newspaper clipping from April 13, 1965, attributed to Lawrence, Massachusetts. The headline reads, "Topsfield Man Donates Art to Harvard." The article discusses how Boston attorney William A. Coolidge donated an oil sketch titled "Head of Christ" by the renowned artist Rembrandt to the Harvard University Fogg Art Museum. The painting was purchased for $36,000 in California and authenticated as an original Rembrandt. It was previously owned by the late actor Thomas Mitchell and was placed on sale after his death in 1962.

Besides his donation to Harvard, the article mentions that Coolidge, a resident of Topsfield, also commissioned bronze sculptures for the Trinity Episcopal Church. Called the “Garden of Gethsemane,” these sculptures were intended for installation in the church's courtyard when completed.

This image shows a newspaper clipping with a partially visible headline that reads "Topsfield Man Donates Art To Harvard". The article mentions a Boston attorney named William A. Coolidge donating a little-known oil sketch by Dutch artist Rembrandt to the Harvard University Fogg Art Museum. The information dates back to April 13, 1965, as indicated by the date stamped at the top of the clipping from LAWRENCE, Mass., with a circulation number.

The article describes the sketch, titled "Head of Christ," and notes its purchase in California, the price paid for it ($36,000), and its previous ownership by the late motion picture actor Thomas Mitchell. It adds that the artwork has been authenticated as that of Rembrandt, and specifies the measurements of the sketch as 10 by 7 7/8 inches.

Further information on the clipping is about Coolidge's residence in Topsfield and his involvement with the Trinity Episcopal Church, where he commissioned a sculptor named Walter Hancock to create figures larger than life for a scene called "Garden Of Gethsemane" to be placed in the church's courtyard. The rest of the text in the clipping is cut off and inaccessible.

This image shows a collection of old newspaper clippings. The main, most visible clipping is titled "Topsfield Man Donates Art To Harvard" and is dated April 13, 1965. The article reports that Boston Attorney William A. Coolidge donated a little-known oil sketch by Dutch artist Rembrandt, titled "Head of Christ," to the Harvard University Fogg Art Museum. The sketch was purchased for $36,000 and was authenticated as a genuine Rembrandt work. It had belonged to the late motion picture actor Thomas Mitchell and was put on the market after his death in 1962. The sketch measures 10 by 7 and seven-eighths inches. Coolidge, who lives in Topsfield on Country Road, is also a benefactor of the Trinity Episcopal Church and has commissioned large bronze figures for the church's courtyard. Two other partially visible clippings are attached behind the main one. The edges of the clippings are worn, indicating age.

A vintage collage of torn newspaper clippings mounted on a light gray background. The pieces are arranged in a narrow vertical strip, with aging tan paper and jagged edges. The top section shows a stamp-like line reading “LAWRENCE, Mass. Comb. Circ. 42,165” and a date stamp “APR 13 1965.” Below is a prominent clipping with the headline “Topsfield Ma. Donates Art To Harvard,” describing a donation of a Rembrandt oil sketch to Harvard’s Fogg Art Museum by Boston attorney William A. Coolidge. The article mentions the work “Head of Christ,” its purchase for $36,000, and related museum details. Additional smaller clippings to the right and below discuss Harvard University and the Fogg Art Museum. Overall, the piece has a vintage, newspaper-cutout aesthetic.