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This image displays several aged, yellowed newspaper clippings arranged on a light gray surface. The clippings appear to be from the same article, possibly trimmed from a larger piece and layered on top of one another.

The most prominent clipping is a front-page article from the Morning Eagle-Tribune of Lawrence, Mass., dated April 13, 1965. The headline reads:

“Topsfield Man Donates Art To Harvard”

The article, datelined Cambridge, Mass. (UPI), details the donation of a small oil sketch titled “Head of Christ” by Dutch artist Rembrandt to the Harvard University Fogg Art Museum. The donor was Boston attorney William A. Coolidge of Topsfield, Massachusetts.

Key details from the article include:

• Coolidge purchased the sketch in California for $36,000.
• The sketch measures 10 by 7 7/8 inches.
• It was previously owned by late movie actor Thomas Mitchell, and was sold after his death in 1962.
• The painting is said to have come from the collection of a Polish prince.
• It had earlier appeared in New York before being sold to Mitchell in 1939.
• Museum officials confirmed the work’s authenticity as Rembrandt’s.

The article also notes that William A. Coolidge is a graduate of Harvard and its Law School, lives on Country Road in Topsfield, and is a benefactor of the local Episcopal Church, where he commissioned a “Garden of Gethsemane” sculpture.

Additional torn fragments of the article are visible above and to the right, with some words underlined in red ink, such as “Harvard University” and “Rembrandt.” The paper’s texture and color suggest it is a genuine historic clipping from the mid-1960s.

Overall, the image captures a historical moment in American philanthropy and art provenance — the donation of a significant Rembrandt sketch to Harvard by a local Massachusetts citizen.

The image shows a clippings of a news article from the "Morning Eagle-Tribune" dated April 13, 1965. The headline reads, "Topsfield Man Donates Art to Harvard," authored by an unnamed UPI reporter. The article discusses William A. Coolidge, a Boston attorney from Topsfield, Massachusetts, who donated a painting titled "Head of Christ" to Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum. The painting was acquired for $36,000 by Coolidge for presentation to the museum. The article mentions that the sketch, originally owned by actor Thomas Mitchell until his death in 1962, was authenticated as a work by Dutch artist Rembrandt. The piece measures 10 by 7 and seven eighths inches. Additionally, Coolidge is noted as a benefactor of the Trinity Episcopal Church in Topsfield and has commissioned 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 article also includes a partial view of the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, and mentions that the painting was displayed at a private showing for members of Harvard's governing boards.

This image shows a clipping of a printed article titled "Topsfield Man Donates Art To Harvard," which appeared in the "Morning Eagle-Tribune" from Lawrence, Massachusetts, dated April 13, 1965. The article discusses a donation made by Boston attorney William A. Coolidge of an oil sketch by the Dutch artist Rembrandt to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The sketch, titled "Head of Christ," was purchased by Coolidge in California for $36,000 and authenticated as a work by Rembrandt.

The article provides details about the sketch's history, noting that it was previously owned by the late motion picture actor Thomas Mitchell and placed on the market following his death in 1962. The sketch measures 10 by 7 and seven-eighths inches. Additionally, the article mentions that Coolidge lives in Topsfield and is a benefactor at the Trinity Episcopal Church, where he has commissioned a series of larger-than-life bronze figures for a scene called "Garden Of Gethsemane," which will be placed in the church's courtyard when completed.

There are also other text snippets visible in the image, but they are not part of the main article and appear to be from other sections of the newspaper or additional clippings.

The image shows a torn piece of paper with a news article written on it. The paper is brown, and the text is black. The article is about a man named William A. Coolidge, who donated a sketch by Rembrandt to Harvard University. The sketch, titled "Head of Christ," was purchased by Coolidge for $36,000 and had been authenticated as the work of Rembrandt. The article also mentions that Coolidge is a benefactor at Trinity Episcopal Church and commissioned sculptor Walter K. Hancock to create bronze figures for a scene called "Garden of Gethsemane."

A newspaper clipping from the Morning Eagle-Tribune dated April 13, 1965, is shown. The headline reads "Topsfield Man Donates Art to Harvard." The article discusses the donation of a Rembrandt sketch titled "Head of Christ" by William A. Coolidge to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The sketch was purchased for $36,000 in California and was previously owned by actor Thomas Mitchell. The article also mentions Coolidge's other contributions, including a series of bronze figures for the Trinity Episcopal Church in Topsfield.

The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings or articles, likely from the Morning Eagle-Tribune of Lawrence, Massachusetts, dated April 13, 1965. The clippings are arranged vertically, with the most prominent one at the center. This central article is titled " Topsfield Man Donates Art To Harvard " and discusses a donation made by Boston attorney William A. Coolidge to the Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum. The article details the donation of a little-known oil sketch by Dutch artist Rembrandt, titled "Head of Christ," which was purchased by Coolidge for $36,000 in California. The sketch had been authenticated as a work of Rembrandt and was the property of the late motion picture actor Thomas Mitchell. It was placed on the market following Mitchell's death in 1962.

The article also mentions that Coolidge, who lives on Country Road in Topsfield, is a benefactor at the Trinity Episcopal Church in the city, having 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 upon completion.

To the left of the central article, there is a partial view of another clipping, which appears to be about a different topic, though the text is mostly obscured. To the right, another clipping is visible, discussing the display of a painting at the Fogg Art Museum, mentioning Harvard University and a private showing for members of Harvard's governing boards. The text references a painting that was displayed for the first time on Monday, with details about its history, including its acquisition by the Fogg Art Museum and its origins from a Polish prince.

The overall layout suggests these clippings are part of a curated collection, possibly for research, archival, or display purposes, showcasing news related to art donations, museum exhibitions, and local benefactors. The articles are printed on aged paper, indicating they are historical documents.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Morning Eagle-Tribune, Lawrence, Mass. The clipping is dated April 13, 1965, and features an article about a man named William A. Coolidge who has donated a sketch by Dutch artist Rembrandt to the Harvard University Fogg Art Museum.

Here are the key points from the article:

• Donation: William A. Coolidge, a Boston attorney, has donated a little-known oil sketch by Rembrandt to the Harvard University Fogg Art Museum.
• Sketch: The sketch, titled "Head of Christ," was purchased in California by Coolidge for $36,000 for presentation to the museum.
• Authentication: Museum officials said the work had been authenticated as that of Rembrandt.
• Provenance: The sketch was the property of the late motion picture actor Thomas Mitchell and was placed on the market for sale following his death in 1962.
• Description: The sketch measures 10 by 7 inches and is on vellum. It depicts a head of Christ and is believed to have been painted around 1650.
• Value: The sketch is considered a significant addition to the museum's collection and is valued at $36,000.

Overall, the article highlights the importance of the donation and the significance of the sketch in the museum's collection.

The image depicts a collection of newspaper clippings, with the most prominent one featuring an article titled "Topsfield Man Donates Art To Harvard" and dated April 13, 1965. The article discusses the donation of a Rembrandt oil sketch to the Harvard University Fogg Art Museum by William A. Coolidge, a Boston attorney. The sketch, titled "Head of Christ," was purchased in California for $36,000 and has been authenticated as a work by Rembrandt. The article also mentions that the sketch was previously owned by Thomas Mitchell, who placed it on the market following his death in 1962.

In addition to the main article, there are several other newspaper clippings visible in the image, although they are not fully legible. These clippings appear to be related to art and culture, with one mentioning the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. Overall, the image suggests that the person who created the collage was interested in art and culture, particularly in relation to the Harvard University Fogg Art Museum.

The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings, with the most prominent one being an article from the "Morning Eagle-Tribune" dated April 13, 1965. The article is titled "Topsfield Man Donates Art To Harvard" and features a headline in large black font.

Article Details:

• The article discusses a donation made by William A. Coolidge, a Boston attorney from Topsfield, Massachusetts, to the Harvard University Fogg Art Museum.
• The donation consists of an oil sketch titled "Head of Christ" by the Dutch artist Rembrandt.
• The sketch was purchased in California for $36,000 and is described as measuring 10 by 7 and seven-eighths inches.
• The article also mentions that Coolidge commissioned sculptor Walter K. Hancock to create a series of larger-than-life bronze figures for a scene called "Garden Of Gethsemene" for the Trinity Episcopal Church in He recently.

Other Clippings:

• Two other newspaper clippings are visible behind the main article, although they are partially obscured and difficult to read.
• The clippings appear to be related to the same topic or event as the main article.

Background:

• The newspaper clippings are placed on a plain gray background, which provides a neutral contrast to the aged and yellowed paper of the clippings.

Overall, the image presents a nostalgic and informative snapshot of a historical event, highlighting the significance of the art donation and the individuals involved.

The image presents a collection of yellowed newspaper clippings, with the most prominent one reading "Topsfield Man Donates Art To Harvard" and dated April 13, 1965. The article discusses a donation to the Harvard University Fogg Art Museum by Boston Attorney William A. Coolidge, featuring a Rembrandt oil sketch titled "Head of Christ."

The clipping is set against a light gray background, suggesting that it may be part of an archival collection or a digital scan. The overall appearance of the image is one of aged historical significance, with the newspaper clippings appearing to be from a bygone era.