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This image shows a close-up of a yellowed, aged newspaper clipping from April 13, 1965, mounted on a light gray surface. The clipping is from the “Sun (e)” newspaper and is marked with “Westerly, R.I.” and a circulation figure of “Circ. 9016.” Handwritten in black ink on the clipping are the characters “F-695,” likely an archive or inventory number.

The headline of the article reads:
“PRIZED OIL SKETCH”

It reports on a recent acquisition by Harvard University’s Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The article announces that the museum has acquired a highly-prized Rembrandt oil sketch entitled “Head of Christ.”

Key details from the article include:

• The painting was gifted to the university by William A. Coolidge, an alumnus and official of Harvard and its Law School.
• It was displayed for the first time at a private showing for members of Harvard’s governing boards.
• The artwork is believed to have come from the private collection of a Polish prince.
• Its documented provenance traces back to being sold in New York in 1939 to actor Thomas Mitchell.
• After Mitchell’s death in 1962, it was put on the market and acquired by the Fogg Museum.

The clipping shows signs of age — browning paper, slight creases, and red underlining beneath the word “Harvard” in the text. The clipping is taped at the top to a surface, and another piece of newspaper (partially visible and upside down) can be seen above it.

In summary: The image is a historical newspaper article from 1965 announcing the Fogg Art Museum’s acquisition of a prized Rembrandt oil sketch, “Head of Christ,” detailing its provenance and donation by a Harvard graduate. The clipping appears to be preserved for archival purposes.

The image shows a clipping of a vintage news article, dated April 13, 1965. The article is titled "Prized Oil Sketch" and is from a publication titled "Sun (e)" with the location and circulation details "WESTERLY, R. I. Circ. 9016." The article discusses the acquisition of a Rembrandt oil sketch titled "Head of Christ" by Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum. The sketch was a gift from William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and official, to the university. The article mentions the sketch's history, which includes its origin in Poland, its acquisition by Thomas Mitchell, and its subsequent purchase by the Fogg Museum after Mitchell's death in 1962. The text is printed in black on a beige-colored paper, and it appears to be a cut-out from a newspaper or magazine. The paper is slightly aged, and there are some stains and creases visible.

The image shows a newspaper clipping dated April 13, 1965, from a publication in Westerly, R.I. The article is titled "PRIZED OIL SKETCH" and discusses a Rembrandt oil sketch titled "Head of Christ" that was recently acquired by Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum. The sketch was displayed for the first time at a private showing for members of Harvard's governing boards.

The article mentions that the painting was a gift from Atty. William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and an official of the university. The sketch is believed to have come from the private collection of a Polish nobleman and was sold in New York in 1939 to actor Thomas Mitchell. After Mitchell's death in 1962, the painting was put on the market and acquired for the Fogg Museum.

The clipping is slightly folded and has some handwritten notes and markings, including the word "Fogg" written on the top right corner. The text is also partially underlined in red, highlighting certain parts of the article. The clipping is placed on a light gray surface.

The image depicts a collection of newspaper clippings that are arranged in a collage format. The clippings are from different newspapers and are dated from various years. The clippings are glued to a piece of paper, which is mounted on a white background. The clippings are of different sizes and shapes, and some of them have been torn or cut. The text in the clippings is in black ink and is written in a variety of fonts and styles. The clippings appear to be related to art and culture, with references to museums, exhibitions, and artists. The collage format suggests that the clippings were collected and arranged by someone with an interest in art and culture.

The image depicts a portion of an old newspaper clipping with faded, yellowed paper. The clipping is mounted on a transparent plastic sheet and appears to be secured with tape at the top. The text is written in a typewriter font and is partially obscured by the edges of the clipping. The clipping is dated April 13, 1965, and features a headline that reads "Prized Oil Sketch." The article discusses the acquisition of a Rembrandt oil sketch titled "Head of Christ" by Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum. The painting was donated by William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and law school official. The article provides details about the painting's history, including its sale to actor Thomas Mitchell in 1939 and its subsequent acquisition by the Fogg Museum after Mitchell's death in 1962. The clipping is placed on a plain, light-colored background, with a small portion of another clipping visible at the top right corner.

The image shows a close-up of a newspaper clipping from the Westerly Sun, dated April 13, 1965, with a circulation of approximately 9,016. The article is titled "PRIZED OIL SKETCH" and discusses a significant acquisition by the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Key Details from the Article:

1. The Artwork:

   • The museum has acquired a highly prized oil sketch attributed to Rembrandt, titled "Head of Christ."

2. Private Showing:

   • The painting was displayed for the first time at a private showing on Monday, attended by members of Harvard's governing boards.

3. Gift to the Museum:

   • The sketch was a gift from Atty. William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and an official of the university. Coolidge was also a graduate of Harvard's Law School.

4. Provenance:

   • The sketch is believed to have originated from the private collection of a Polish nobleman.
   • It was sold in New York in 1939 to actor Thomas Mitchell, who later passed away in 1962.
   • After Mitchell's death, the painting was put on the market and acquired by the Fogg Museum.

5. Historical Context:

   • The painting was displayed in New York shortly before Poland fell to Hitler in 1939.
   • It was later sold to Thomas Mitchell and eventually donated to the Fogg Art Museum.

Visual Elements:

• The clipping appears slightly worn, with some creases and a visible red underline highlighting certain phrases, such as "highly prized oil sketch" and "Rembrandt."
• The text is printed in a classic newspaper font, typical of mid-20th-century publications.
• The article is partially overlaid with a transparent plastic sheet, likely for preservation or display purposes.

Summary:

The image captures a historical news article announcing the acquisition of a Rembrandt oil sketch by the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The piece has a notable provenance, having been owned by a Polish nobleman, sold in New York in 1939, and later donated by William A. Coolidge after being owned by actor Thomas Mitchell. The article highlights the significance of the artwork and its journey to the museum.

This image features a newspaper clipping. The headline reads, "PRIZED OIL SKETCH," followed by a dated article from April 13, 1965, sourced from Westerly, R.I. It highlights the acquisition of an oil sketch titled "Head of Christ," attributed to Rembrandt, by Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum.

The painting was displayed for the first time at a private showing for members of Harvard's governing boards. It was gifted to the university by William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and attorney. The sketch reportedly originated from the private collection of a Polish nobleman and was sold in 1939 in New York to actor Thomas Mitchell. After Mitchell's passing in 1962, it was acquired for the museum.

The clipping includes handwritten markings, emphasizing some words, such as "Harvard" and "Fogg Museum," making it stand out further. The preserved paper edges and folded top indicate careful handling and storage.

This image shows a newspaper clipping. The article is about a "PRIZED OIL SKETCH" that Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum has acquired. The oil sketch is titled "Head of Christ." The article mentions that this Rembrandt sketch was displayed for the first time at a private showing on a Monday and was a gift from Attorney William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and university official. It's believed that the sketch originally came from a private collection of a Polish nobleman and was sold in New York in 1939 to the actor Thomas Mitchell. After Mitchell's death in 1962, the piece was put on the market and acquired by the Fogg Museum.

There's a date stamp on the clipping indicating "APR 13 1965" and the location "WESTERLY, R.I." with a circulation number "9206.5". The top part of the clipping is slightly folded, obscuring some text, and there is a piece of tape along the left edge, suggesting that this clipping has been preserved or attached to another surface.

The image shows an old newspaper clipping dated April 13, 1965, with the headline "PRIZED OIL SKETCH." The article is about Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum acquiring a Rembrandt oil sketch entitled "Head of Christ." The painting was displayed for the first time at a private showing on a Monday and was a gift from William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and official of the university. 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. After Mitchell's death in 1962, the sketch was put on the market and acquired by the Fogg Museum. The text contains some cancellations and handwritten notes, and there is a mention of Westerly, Rhode Island, near the top. Some words on the clipping have been crossed out or corrected.

A collage of small torn newspaper clippings taped to a light gray surface. The clippings are beige with black type, arranged in a vertical stack. The central piece is titled “PRIZED OIL SKETCH” and describes Harvard University’s Fogg Art Museum’s possession of a Rembrandt oil sketch entitled “Head of Christ,” mentioning a gift from Atty. William A. Coolidge and its private showing. Other pieces give provenance notes, including a Polish nobleman’s private collection and a 1939 sale in New York to actor Thomas Mitchell, with the museum acquisition after Mitchell’s death in 1962. There are stamped dates (e.g., APR 13 1965) and a few handwritten marks. A white cord or wire is visible at the top left.