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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1961-December 1965

ARCH.2003.35, Rendition: 805145

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The image appears to be a torn piece of an old newspaper clipping, dated April 13, 1965, from the Providence Journal, which is based in Providence, Rhode Island. The newspaper has a circulation of 63,635. The clipping discusses the acquisition of a Rembrandt oil sketch titled "Head of Christ" by the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The article provides details about the sketch's provenance, stating that it was previously in the private collection of a Polish prince. It also mentions that the sketch was displayed at a private showing for members of Harvard's governing boards. The article notes that the painting was displayed for the first time as a Rembrandt work. The article also mentions that the university received the sketch from William A. Coolidge, a graduate of Harvard and its Law School. The clipping is yellowed, indicating its age, and the text is in a classic newspaper font. There are some red markings on the paper, which might be highlights or annotations, but their context is unclear without more information.

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This image shows a clipping from a newspaper article dated April 13, 1965, from Providence, Rhode Island, with a circulation of 63,635. The article is about a Rembrandt oil sketch titled "Head of Christ" that has been acquired by the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The sketch was presented to the museum and displayed for the first time at a private showing for members of Harvard's governing boards.

The article mentions that the painting was given to the university by William A. Coolidge, a graduate of Harvard and its law school. The painting is said to have come from the private collection of a Polish prince. It appeared in New York shortly before Poland fell to Hitler and was sold to Thomas Mitchell, a Hollywood actor, in 1939. After Mitchell's death in 1962, the painting was put on the market and acquired for the Fogg Museum.

The clipping is slightly worn and has some purple markings on the left side. There is also a smaller piece of paper with additional text partially visible in the top right corner of the image.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings that are arranged in a somewhat random manner. The clippings are of different sizes and shapes, with some having torn edges. The text on the clippings is in black and red fonts, and it appears to be a news article about an artwork. The article talks about a painting that was displayed for the first time at a private showing for members of Harvard's governing boards. The painting was given to the university by William A. Coolidge, a graduate of Harvard and its law school. The painting is said to have come from the private collection of a Polish prince and appeared in New York shortly before Poland fell to Hitler in 1939. The painting was sold to Thomas Mitchell, a Hollywood actor, after his death in 1962, and it was put on the market and acquired for the Fogg Museum. The clippings are on a white surface, and the background is gray.

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The image shows a piece of aged paper with a news clipping from April 13, 1965, featuring an article about a Rembrandt oil sketch titled "Head of Christ" being presented to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The clipping is placed on a light gray background, with the text in black and red ink. The paper has some wear and tear, indicating its age. The article discusses the history of the painting, including its origins from the private collection of a Polish prince, its sale to a Hollywood actor, and its eventual acquisition by the Fogg Art Museum after the actor's death.

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The image depicts a collection of old newspaper clippings arranged in a visually striking manner. The clippings are layered and overlapped, creating a textured, collage-like effect. The text is predominantly in English, with some portions in Greek, suggesting a mix of sources or translations.

Key Details:

  1. Newspaper Header:

    • The topmost clipping is from the Providence Journal, dated April 13, 1965, with a circulation of 63,635. This indicates the historical context of the article.
  2. Main Article Content:

    • The central focus is on an article titled "brandt Work Acquired by Fogg Art Museum."
    • The article discusses the acquisition of a painting known as "Head of Christ" by the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The painting is attributed to the artist Rembrandt.
    • The article provides background on the painting's history:
      • It was displayed for the first time at a private showing for members of Harvard's governing boards.
      • The painting was a gift to the university by William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and alumnus of its law school.
      • The artwork originally came from the private collection of a Polish prince.
      • It appeared in New York shortly before Poland fell to Hitler in 1939 and was later sold to Thomas Mitchell, a Hollywood actor.
      • After Mitchell's death in 1962, the painting was put on the market and subsequently acquired by the Fogg Art Museum.
  3. Visual Arrangement:

    • The clippings are fanned out slightly, giving a sense of depth and movement. The overlapping nature of the pages adds a dynamic, almost three-dimensional quality to the image.
    • The edges of the clippings show signs of wear, with some text slightly faded or torn, enhancing the vintage aesthetic.
  4. Additional Text:

    • Portions of other articles or headlines are visible in the background, including fragments of text in Greek, which adds an element of intrigue and suggests a broader context or collection of historical documents.

Overall Impression:

The image conveys a sense of historical significance and artistic value, highlighting the acquisition of a notable artwork by a prestigious institution. The layered, collage-style presentation emphasizes the importance of preserving and showcasing historical documents, while also adding an artistic, visual dimension to the scene.

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The image features a newspaper clipping from the Providence Journal, dated April 13, 1965, with the headline "Rembrandt Work Acquired by Fogg Art Museum." The article reports that a painting by Rembrandt, titled "Head of Christ," was acquired by the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The painting was displayed for the first time at the museum on Monday, April 12, 1965.

The article provides additional information about the painting, including its history and provenance. It states that the painting was given to the university by William A. Coolidge, a graduate of Harvard and its Law School, and a member of the university's governing boards. The article also mentions that the painting is said to have come from the private collection of a Polish prince.

Overall, the image provides a brief overview of the acquisition of a significant work of art by the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.

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The image depicts a newspaper clipping featuring an article about the Fogg Art Museum acquiring a Rembrandt oil sketch, titled "Head of Christ." The clipping is dated April 13, 1965, and includes a mention of the painting's display at the museum. Additionally, there are other newspaper clippings visible in the background, although they are not fully legible. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests that it is a historical document or artifact related to the Fogg Art Museum's collection.

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The image presents a collection of newspaper clippings, primarily featuring an article about a Rembrandt oil sketch acquired by the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.

Key Elements:

  • Newspaper Clippings: The clippings are yellowed and appear to be from different newspapers, with some being more worn than others.
  • Main Article: The central clipping is dated April 13, 1965, and is titled "Rembrandt Work Acquired by Fogg Art Museum." It discusses the acquisition of a Rembrandt oil sketch, "Head of Christ," by the Fogg Art Museum.
  • Article Content: The article provides details about the painting's history, including its previous ownership and its display at the museum.
  • Background: The clippings are arranged on a plain gray background, which helps to highlight the aged appearance of the newspaper cutouts.
  • Additional Clippings: Other clippings are visible around the main article, although they are not as legible or prominent.

Overall Impression:

The image effectively conveys a sense of nostalgia and historical significance, as the yellowed newspaper clippings evoke a bygone era. The main article provides insight into the acquisition of a valuable art piece by a prestigious institution, while the surrounding clippings add context and depth to the overall presentation.

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The image presents a collection of yellowed newspaper clippings, arranged in a vertical strip with some pieces overlapping others. The top clipping features the text "PROVIDENCE, R.I." and "Circ. 63,635" in black ink, accompanied by the date "APR 13 1965" in gray ink.

The main clipping is titled "brandt Work Acquired by Fogg Art Museum" and reports on the acquisition of a Rembrandt oil sketch called "Head of Christ" by the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University. The article provides details about the painting's history, including its discovery at a private showing for Harvard's governing boards, its origin from a Polish prince's private collection, and its previous ownership by Thomas Mitchell, a Hollywood actor.

A second clipping, partially visible to the right, appears to be a continuation of the same article, discussing the painting's display at the museum and its acquisition by William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate.

The background of the image is a plain gray color, suggesting that it may be a product photo for an online archive or a museum collection. Overall, the image showcases a piece of art history, highlighting the acquisition of a significant Rembrandt work by a prestigious institution.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Providence Journal, dated April 13, 1965. The article is titled "Rembrandt Work Acquired by Fogg Art Museum."

The article reports that a little-known Rembrandt oil sketch titled "Head of Christ" has been presented to the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University. The painting was displayed for the first time at the museum during a private showing for members of Harvard's governing boards.

The artwork was donated to the university by William A. Coolidge, a graduate of Harvard and its law school. The painting is believed to have come from the private collection of a Polish prince. It was in Poland shortly before the country fell to Hitler and was sold to Thomas Mitchell, a Hollywood actor, in 1939. After Mitchell's death in 1962, the painting was put on the market and subsequently acquired for the Fogg Museum.