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This image displays a collection of aged, yellowed newspaper clippings, seemingly pasted or arranged on a light gray surface. The central and most legible clipping is from HARTFORD, Conn., dated APR 14 1965 (Circ. 124,441).

The main article, titled “ART TO HARVARD,” reports that Boston attorney William A. Coolidge donated a little-known oil sketch by the Dutch artist Rembrandt to the Harvard University Fogg Art Museum.

Key details from the clipping include:

• The artwork is titled “Head of Christ.”
• Coolidge purchased the sketch in California for $36,000 specifically for donation to the museum.
• Museum officials stated the work had been authenticated as being by Rembrandt.
• Before Coolidge, the sketch was owned by the late motion picture actor Thomas Mitchell. It was placed on the market for sale following Mitchell’s death in 1962.
• The article notes it was sold in New York in 1939 to Thomas Mitchell.
• It is also mentioned that the painting was said to have come from the private collection of a Polish prince.

The clippings show signs of wear and handling. Some text is underlined or marked with pink or purple ink, particularly highlighting names like “William A. Coolidge,” “Rembrandt,” and “Fogg Art Museum.” The clippings are layered, with partial texts visible beneath and beside the main article, suggesting they are part of a scrapbook or research collection documenting the event. The overall presentation is archival and documentary in nature.

The image shows a collection of aged newspaper clippings. The visible part of the articles appears to be discussing the acquisition of an artwork by the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. Specifically, the articles mention a donation of a Rembrandt oil sketch titled "Head of Christ" by Boston attorney William A. Coolidge. The sketch was purchased in California for $36,000 and authenticated as a Rembrandt work. It was previously the property of motion picture actor Thomas Mitchell, who passed away in 1962. The articles are from April 14, 1965, and are from a newspaper based in Hartford, Connecticut, as indicated by the header on the top clippings. The clippings are slightly worn and creased, suggesting they have been maintained for some time.

This image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from the April 14, 1965 edition of a newspaper in Hartford, Connecticut with a circulation of 124,441. The article is titled "ART TO HARVARD" and discusses a donation made by Boston attorney William A. Coolidge to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The donation is an oil sketch by Dutch artist Rembrandt titled "Head of Christ."

Key details from the article:

• The sketch was purchased by Coolidge in California for $36,000 for presentation to the museum.
• The work had been authenticated as a Rembrandt.
• The sketch was previously owned by the late motion picture actor Thomas Mitchell and was put on the market following his death in 1962.
• The painting was displayed for the first time at a private showing for members of Harvard's governing boards.
• The sketch was originally from the private collection of a Polish prince and appeared in New York before Poland fell to Hitler in 1939. It was sold to Thomas Mitchell in 1939.
• The article mentions that the painting was acquired for the Fogg Museum after Mitchell's death in 1962.

The clippings are slightly yellowed, indicating their age, and there are some markings and annotations on the paper.

A collection of newspaper clippings is pasted on a white surface. The clippings are arranged in a vertical order. Each clipping is of a different size, and some of them are torn. The clippings are in black and white, and the text is printed in a bold font. The clippings are from different newspapers, and the date of publication is mentioned on each clipping. The clippings are pasted on a white surface.

The image depicts a collection of newspaper clippings, each containing fragments of text. The clippings are arranged in a stack, with the topmost clipping featuring the headline "HARTFORD, Conn. Circ. 124,441" and the date "APR 14 1965." The text discusses the donation of a Rembrandt sketch to the Harvard University Fogg Art Museum by Attorney William A. Coolidge. The sketch, titled "Head of Christ," was purchased in California for $36,000 and was authenticated as a Rembrandt work. It was previously owned by the late actor Thomas Mitchell, who acquired it in 1939. The clippings provide a narrative about the historical and artistic significance of the donation, along with details about the provenance and acquisition of the artwork.

The image shows a collection of overlapping newspaper clippings, likely from the Hartford Courant, dated April 14, 1965. The clippings focus on a significant art donation to the Harvard University Fogg Art Museum. Here is a detailed description:

Key Details from the Clippings:

1. Headline and Location:

   • The headline reads: "ART TO HARVARD. Boston", indicating the news is about an art donation to Harvard University.
   • The location is specified as Hartford, Conn., and the circulation number is Circ. 124,441.

2. Donation Details:

   • Donor: Attorney William A. Coolidge has donated a little-known oil sketch by the Dutch artist Rembrandt to the Harvard University Fogg Art Museum.
   • Title of the Sketch: The sketch is titled "Head of Christ."
   • Purchase Price: Coolidge purchased the sketch in California for $36,000 for presentation to the museum.

3. Authentication:

   • Museum officials confirmed that the work had been authenticated as a genuine Rembrandt.

4. Provenance:

   • The sketch was the property of the late motion picture actor Thomas Mitchell.
   • It was placed on the market for sale following Mitchell's death in 1962.

5. Historical Background:

   • The sketch was originally sold in New York in 1939 to Thomas Mitchell.
   • After Mitchell's death in 1962, the sketch was acquired by Coolidge for the museum.

6. Additional Context:

   • The sketch was displayed for the first time at a private showing for members of Harvard’s governing boards.
   • The painting is said to have come from the private collection of a Polish prince and appeared in New York before Poland fell to Hitler in 1939.
   • After Mitchell's death, the sketch was put on the market and eventually acquired by Coolidge for the Fogg Art Museum.

Visual Characteristics:

• The clippings are slightly worn and appear to be physical newspaper pages, with visible creases and overlapping text.
• The text is typed in a classic newspaper font, and some portions are underlined or highlighted in red ink, possibly for emphasis or annotation.
• The clippings are arranged diagonally, creating a layered and somewhat chaotic visual effect.

Overall Impression:

The image captures a historical news story about a significant art acquisition, highlighting the intersection of art, philanthropy, and celebrity ownership. It provides insight into the provenance and value of a Rembrandt sketch, as well as the process of donating such a piece to a prestigious academic institution.

This image is a newspaper clipping from April 14, 1965, sourced from Hartford, Connecticut, with a circulation number of 124,441. The content reports on an oil sketch by Rembrandt titled "Head of Christ" being donated to Harvard University by William A. Coolidge, a Boston attorney. He purchased the artwork for $36,000 to present it to the Harvard University Fogg Art Museum.

The article mentions that museum officials confirmed the authenticity of the sketch as a Rembrandt piece. It was previously owned by the late actor Thomas Mitchell, who acquired it in 1939. After Mitchell's death in 1962, the artwork was put up for sale. The sketch also has a notable history, as it is believed to have originated from the private collection of a Polish nobleman.

The image shows a collection of old newspaper clippings, some layered over others. The main visible article is dated April 14, 1965, from Hartford, Conn., with a circulation of 124,441. The headline of the primary article reads: "ART TO HARVARD."

The article reports that Boston Attorney William A. Coolidge donated a little-known oil sketch by Dutch artist Rembrandt to the Harvard University Fogg Art Museum. The sketch is titled "Head of Christ." It was purchased in California by Coolidge for $36,000 to present to the museum. Museum officials confirmed the work had been authenticated as a Rembrandt.

The sketch previously belonged to the late motion picture actor Thomas Mitchell and was placed on the market for sale following his death in 1962. The text also notes that it was sold in New York in 1939 to Thomas Mitchell before being acquired for the museum after Mitchell’s death.

Some additional partial clippings are visible around the main article, referencing Harvard University, the painting's display, and the private showing for members of Harvard’s governing boards. The overall condition of the clippings appears aged with some underlining and marking in pink ink.

This is a photograph of an old, yellowing newspaper clipping that appears to be from the "HARTFORD, Conn." with a circulation number "124,441" and a date stamp that reads "APR 14 1965." The article is titled "ART TO HARVARD," and the subject is about Boston attorney William A. Coolidge donating a "little-known oil sketch by Dutch artist Rembrandt to the Harvard University Fogg Art Museum." The oil sketch is referred to as the "Head of Christ" and was purchased in California by Coolidge for $36,000 to present to the museum. According to the article, museum officials had authenticated the work as that of Rembrandt.

The article also mentions that the sketch was previously owned by the late motion picture actor Thomas Mitchell and was put on the market for sale following his death in 1962. It includes details about the sketch's history, such as being sold in New York in 1939 to actor Thomas Mitchell. The clipping is torn, with some text repeated due to the overlap of fragments, and there is a typographical error in the form of a redacted name overlap.

The information is not fully legible due to the condition of the paper and the overlapping text, but it gives a clear sense of the content and historical context of the article.

A small collage of torn newspaper clippings arranged in a vertical stack on a light gray background. The top piece mentions Hartford, Conn. and a date stamp “APR 14 1965.” The central clipping is titled “ART TO HARVARD” and reports that Boston attorney William A. Coolidge donated a little-known oil sketch by Rembrandt, titled “Head of Christ,” to the Harvard University Fogg Art Museum. It notes the painting was purchased in California for $36,000, authenticated as a Rembrandt, and had belonged to actor Thomas Mitchell, with the article referencing his death in 1962. Other fragments around the edges contain related text about the painting and its display. The pages are aged beige with pink marks on some edges.