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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings, which appear to be cutouts from an old newspaper article. The clippings are stacked and slightly overlapping. The visible portion of the article is titled "Fogg Museum Gets Rembrandt" and discusses the acquisition of a Rembrandt oil sketch titled "Head of Christ" by Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum. The article provides details about the sketch's history, mentioning it came from a private collection of a Polish nobleman, was sold in New York in 1939, and was ultimately acquired by the museum in 1962 after the death of Thomas Mitchell, who had owned it.

The clippings are dated April 13, 1965, and the newspaper's circulation information indicates it is from the "WOONSOCKET, R. I." edition with a circulation of 27,550. The text is printed in black on a light-colored background, typical of newspaper print from that era. The clippings seem to have been preserved, possibly for reference or educational purposes, as indicated by the red markings and the way they are arranged.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from April 13, 1965, reporting on the acquisition of a Rembrandt oil sketch by the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The headline reads "Fogg Museum Gets Rembrandt." The article details that the sketch, titled "Head of Christ," was a gift from Atty. William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and official of the university. The sketch is believed to have originated from the private collection of a Polish nobleman, was sold in New York in 1939 to actor Thomas Mitchell, and was purchased for the museum after Mitchell's death in 1962. The clipping is from a newspaper with the call number (e) WOONSOCKET, R. I., and a circulation of 27,550.

This image displays a collection of aged, yellowed newspaper clippings mounted on a plain, light gray background, likely for archival or display purposes.

The most prominent clipping, positioned centrally, is a news article dated APR 13 1965. It features the headline: "Fogg Museum Gets Rembrandt".

Key details from the article include:

• Location: Cambridge, Mass. (AP) – referring to Harvard University’s Fogg Art Museum.
• Acquisition: The museum has acquired a highly-prized Rembrandt oil sketch entitled “Head of Christ.”
• Provenance: The painting was a gift from Atty. William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and university official.
• History: The sketch is believed to have originated from the private collection of a Polish prince. It was sold in New York in 1939 to actor Thomas Mitchell and was purchased for the museum after Mitchell’s death in 1962.

Above the main article, a smaller, folded clipping is visible. It contains cataloging information: "Call (e) WOONSOCKET, R. I. Circ. 27,550".

To the right, another clipping, partially visible, continues the article's narrative, mentioning that the painting was displayed for the first time at the museum at a private showing for Harvard’s governing boards.

Red ink markings, possibly underline or bracket annotations, are visible on several parts of the clippings, including the headline and various lines of text within the article, suggesting the material has been reviewed or highlighted for specific information. The overall appearance suggests a historical record of a significant art acquisition by the university.

The image shows a collection of torn pieces of paper, which appear to be newspaper clippings. The clippings are in different sizes and shapes, with some parts of the text visible. The visible text includes the date "APR 13 1965," and the words "Fogg Museum Gets Rembrandt" and "CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (AP)—Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum has a highly prized new possession—a Rembrandt oil sketch entitled, 'Head of Christ.'" The clippings are arranged in a haphazard manner, with some pieces overlapping each other. The background of the image is gray, and the clippings are placed on a white surface.

The image shows a collection of old newspaper clippings that are placed on a gray background. The clippings are from different newspapers and are torn into pieces, with some parts overlapping each other. The clippings have a brownish color, and the text is written in black ink. The clippings have a red border at the top and bottom, and the text is written in a slanted position. The clippings are from different newspapers, and the text is about the Fogg Museum getting a Rembrandt painting.

The image depicts a collection of newspaper clippings or printed excerpts, likely from a newspaper or news archive. The text is predominantly in English and appears to be from a historical news article dated April 13, 1965. The headline prominently reads:

"Fogg Museum Gets Rembrandt"

The article is centered around the acquisition of a Rembrandt oil sketch titled "Head of Christ" by Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Key details from the text include:

1. Source and Context:

   • The article is attributed to the Associated Press (AP).
   • It discusses the Fogg Art Museum's acquisition of a highly prized Rembrandt sketch.

2. Details of the Acquisition:

   • The sketch was displayed at a private showing for the first time on Monday.
   • It was a gift from Atty. William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and university official.
   • The sketch is believed to have originated from the private collection of a Polish nobleman.

3. History of the Sketch:

   • The sketch was sold in New York in 1939 to actor Thomas Mitchell.
   • After Mitchell's death in 1962, the sketch was purchased by the Fogg Museum.

4. Additional Information:

   • The article mentions that the painting was displayed at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, and was first shown privately to members of Harvard's governing boards.
   • The sketch is said to have come from the private collection of a Polish prince and was previously shown in New York before being sold to Mitchell.

5. Visual Layout:

   • The text is arranged in a typical newspaper column format, with justified alignment and clear headings.
   • The clippings are slightly overlapping and appear to be physically arranged or pinned to a surface, suggesting they are part of an archive or collection.

The overall impression is that this is a historical news article documenting a significant art acquisition by a prestigious museum, with detailed background on the sketch's provenance and journey to the Fogg Museum.

This image shows a clipped newspaper article about Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum acquiring a new Rembrandt oil sketch titled "Head of Christ." The text notes the museum's acquisition as a prized possession and describes the artwork's history. It mentions the sketch was purchased after the death of actor Thomas Mitchell in 1962, who had acquired it in 1939. The article highlights the painting's importance and origins, detailing its passage from a Polish nobleman to Mitchell and eventually to Fogg Museum. The date "APR 13 1965" is stamped at the top, indicating when the article was published. Other markings include "Call(e) Woonsocket, R.I." and "Circ. 27,550," providing information about the newspaper source.

This image shows a newspaper clipping, appearing somewhat aged and yellowed, with a small tear on the bottom right corner. The top of the clipping includes the header "Call (e) WOONSOCKET, R. I. Circ. 27,550" and indicates the date "APR 13 1965."

The headline of the article reads "Fogg Museum Gets Rembrandt," printed in bold. The text below refers to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University acquiring a highly prized new possession — a Rembrandt oil sketch entitled "Head of Christ."

The article details the painting was displayed for the first time on the date mentioned and was a gift from William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and official of the university. It mentions the painting is believed to have come from the private collection of a Polish nobleman, was sold in New York in 1939 to actor Thomas Mitchell, and was acquired for the museum after Mitchell's death in 1962.

Towards the bottom of the clipping, there seems to be a repeating error in the text, as the phrase "after Mitchell’s death in 1962" is reprinted several times, suggesting a printing or cutting anomaly when the article was produced or subsequently handled.

The image shows a newspaper clipping dated April 13, 1965, reporting that Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum has acquired a highly prized new possession: a Rembrandt oil sketch entitled "Head of Christ." The painting was displayed at a private showing at the museum for the first time on a Monday. 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.

A collage of torn newspaper clippings laid on a light gray background. The center piece is a beige clipping with the large headline “Fogg Museum Gets Rembrandt,” about Harvard University’s Fogg Art Museum acquiring a Rembrandt oil sketch titled “Head of Christ.” Surrounding pieces include an item that reads “APR 13 1965” and a line “Call (e) WOONSOCKET, R. I. Circ. 27,550,” giving the overall feel of vintage clipping fragments. The tones are tan/sepia, and the typography is old-fashioned newsprint.