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This image displays several pieces of aged, yellowed newspaper clippings, seemingly taped or pinned to a flat, light gray surface. The clippings appear to be related and concern a single news event.

Main Article:

The most prominent clipping is a newspaper article dated April 13, 1965, published in the Vermont Phoenix (e) from Brattleboro, Vt., with a circulation noted as Circ. 7,552. The headline reads:

Museum Acquires Rembrandt Work

The byline indicates the report is from CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (AP). The article reports that Harvard University’s Fogg Art Museum has acquired a “highly-prized new possession—a Rembrandt oil sketch entitled, ‘Head of Christ.’”

Key details from the article:

• The painting was displayed for the first time at the museum on Monday at a private showing for members of Harvard’s governing boards.
• It was a gift from Atty. 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 appeared in New York shortly before Poland fell to Hitler.
• In 1939, it was sold to Hollywood actor Thomas Mitchell.
• After Mitchell’s death in 1962, it was put on the market and purchased for the Fogg Museum.

Adjacent Clipping:

To the right, a smaller, partially obscured clipping continues the story. It confirms the painting was "presented to the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University," reiterates it was displayed at a "private showing," and again mentions the gift from William A. Coolidge. It also repeats the belief that the painting came from a "Polish prince" (a minor variation from "nobleman" in the main article) and the details of its ownership by Thomas Mitchell and acquisition by the museum in 1962.

Annotations and Other Details:

• The name “Foss” is handwritten in pencil above the date on the main clipping.
• The word “Harvard” in the first sentence of the main article is underlined in red ink.
• In the adjacent clipping, the phrase “Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University” is also underlined in red ink.
• At the very top right edge of the image, a small fragment of another, unrelated clipping is visible, mentioning names like “Macedo, Barbara Mosher, ...dra Cordeiro, Digna Paeon”.
• A strip of beige paper tape is visible at the top of the main clipping, suggesting these pieces were once mounted or archived together.

In summary, the image documents a 1965 news report about the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard acquiring a Rembrandt sketch, “Head of Christ,” via a gift from William A. Coolidge. The article traces the painting’s provenance from a Polish collection through actress Thomas Mitchell to its final destination at the museum. The handwritten and highlighted annotations suggest these clippings were curated for reference or research purposes.

The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and a label from the Vermont Phoenix, dated April 13, 1965. The clippings mention the acquisition of a Rembrandt work by the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. It details the acquisition of a Rembrandt oil sketch titled "Head of Christ," which was gifted to the museum by William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and official of the university. The clippings also provide information about the sketch's history, including its origin from the private collection of a Polish prince and its subsequent transactions. The clippings are pinned to a light-colored surface, and there is a label at the top indicating the source of the clippings as the Vermont Phoenix from Brattleboro, Vermont, with a circulation of 7,552. The clippings are slightly worn, suggesting they are from a vintage source.

This image shows a newspaper clipping from the "Vermont Phoenix" dated April 13, 1965. The clipping is titled "Museum Acquires Rembrandt Work" and discusses the acquisition of a Rembrandt oil sketch by Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum. The sketch, entitled "Head of Christ," was displayed privately for the first time on Monday and was a gift from Atty. William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and an official of the university.

The article details the history of the sketch, noting that it was 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 was purchased for the museum after Mitchell's death in 1962. There is also some handwritten text on the clipping, including the name "Foss" and a date "APR 13 1965."

The clipping is from a publication with a circulation of 7,552 and is from Brattleboro, Vermont. The text is printed in black ink on a light-colored paper, and there are some visible creases and marks on the paper. The article appears to be well-preserved, with clear and legible text.

The image shows a clipping from a newspaper article that is titled "Museum Acquires Rembrandt Work." The article is about the acquisition of a Rembrandt oil sketch by Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum. The article provides details about the painting, its origin, and its acquisition process. The article is dated April 13, 1965, and is attributed to the Associated Press. The clipping is attached to a piece of paper with a handwritten note that reads "Vermont Phoenix (e) BRATTLEBORO, Vt. Circ. 7,552 APR 13 1965 Foss." The clipping is also accompanied by a piece of paper with a red line and some text that reads "Museum Acquires Rembrandt Work CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (AP) Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum has a highly prized new possession—a Rembrandt oil sketch entitled, 'Head of Christ'."

The image is a scanned page from a newspaper featuring a headline that reads "Museum Acquires Rembrandt Work." The article discusses the acquisition of a highly prized Rembrandt oil sketch titled "Head of Christ" by Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum. The painting was displayed for the first time at the museum at a private showing for members of Harvard's governing boards. It was a gift from Atty. William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and an official of the university. The painting is believed to have come from the private collection of a Polish nobleman and appeared in New York shortly before Poland fell to Hitler. It was sold to actor Thomas Mitchell in 1939 and was acquired for the Fogg Museum after Mitchell's death in 1962. The article is dated April 13, 1965, and is from the Vermont Phoenix newspaper in Brattleboro, Vermont.

The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings mounted on a wall, likely as part of an exhibit or archival display. The clippings are arranged vertically and appear to be from various publications, with visible text and headlines. Here is a detailed description:

Top Section:

• The topmost clipping is from the "Vermont Phoenix", dated April 13, 1965, and is labeled as "Brattleboro, Vt." The circulation is noted as Circ. 7,552.
• The headline reads: "Museum Acquires Rembrandt Work".
• The subheading states: "CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (AP)—Harvard University’s Fogg Art Museum has a highly prized new possession—a Rembrandt oil sketch entitled, 'Head of Christ.'"
• The article discusses the acquisition of a Rembrandt oil sketch by the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. It mentions that the painting was displayed at a private showing and was a gift from Atty. William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and university official. The sketch is believed to have come from the private collection of a Polish nobleman and was sold in New York after Mitchell's death in 1962.

Middle Section:

• The middle clipping appears to be from another publication, with visible text discussing the same Rembrandt sketch. It mentions that the painting was displayed at the Fogg Art Museum for the first time at a private showing for members of Harvard's governing boards.
• It also notes that the painting was given to the university by William A. Coolidge, a graduate of Harvard and its Law School. The article adds that the painting is said to have come from the private collection of a Polish prince and was previously displayed in New York shortly before Poland fell to Hitler in 1939. After Mitchell's death in 1962, it was put on the market and acquired by the Fogg Museum.

Bottom Section:

• The bottom clipping is partially visible and appears to be from another source, continuing the narrative about the Rembrandt sketch. It references the same details, such as the painting's acquisition by the Fogg Art Museum and its history.

Visual Elements:

• The clippings are mounted on a plain, light-colored wall.
• The text is typed or printed in a standard newspaper font, with some handwritten annotations visible (e.g., the word "Foss" written in the top clipping).
• The clippings are slightly overlapping, creating a layered effect.
• The overall presentation suggests an archival or exhibition setting, possibly in a museum or library, where historical news articles are displayed for educational or commemorative purposes.

Contextual Inferences:

• The articles highlight the significance of the Rembrandt sketch, emphasizing its acquisition by a prestigious institution (Harvard's Fogg Art Museum) and its historical journey through private collections and notable owners.
• The inclusion of dates, locations, and names (e.g., William A. Coolidge, Thomas Mitchell) provides context about the painting's provenance and the circumstances of its acquisition.

This display serves as a visual record of a notable art acquisition and the historical narrative surrounding the Rembrandt sketch.

This image shows a newspaper clipping from the Vermont Phoenix in Brattleboro, Vermont, dated April 13, 1965. The article announces that Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum acquired a new artwork titled "Head of Christ," an oil sketch by Rembrandt. The work was displayed for the first time during a private showing. It was donated by attorney William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and university official.

The article states that the sketch originated 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 piece entered the market again and was acquired by the Fogg Art Museum.

This is an image of a newspaper clipping. The top portion is slightly obscured by a folded paper, but the visible heading reads "Vermont Phoenix (e) BRATTLEBORO, Vt. Circ. 7,552." There's a date stamp on it indicating "APR 13 1965." The headline of the article is "Museum Acquires Rembrandt Work" and it is about Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum acquiring a highly prized new possession, an oil sketch by Rembrandt titled "Head of Christ." The article mentions that the painting was displayed for the first time during a private showing on a Monday and was a gift from Attorney William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and university official.

The article continues to describe the provenance of the sketch, stating it 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 after Mitchell's death in 1962, it was acquired for the Fogg Museum. There are some marks on the paper, possibly annotations or library/archive stamps, such as "FDSS" written in pencil, indicating the clipping might have been used for research or cataloged in a collection.

This image shows a vintage newspaper clipping from the Vermont Phoenix, Brattleboro, Vermont, dated April 13, 1965. The article is titled "Museum Acquires Rembrandt Work" and reports that Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum has acquired a new possession—a Rembrandt oil sketch titled "Head of Christ." The painting was displayed for the first time at a private showing on Monday.

The gift came from William A. Coolidge, a Harvard graduate and university official. 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 and purchased for the museum after Mitchell's death in 1962.

The article also mentions that the painting was likely part of a private collection of a Polish prince, appeared in New York shortly before Poland fell to Hitler, and was sold to Hollywood actor Thomas Mitchell in 1939. After Mitchell's death, the painting was put on the market and acquired by the Fogg Museum.

A small collage of old newspaper clippings mounted on a light gray board. The clippings are tan, torn from different papers, and arranged in a vertical stack. The top piece is headed “Vermont Phoenix (e) BRATTLEBORO, Vt. Circ. 7,552” with an APR 13 1965 stamp. The central clipping is a story titled “Museum Acquires Rembrandt Work … Cambridge, Mass. (AP)” about Harvard University’s Fogg Art Museum obtaining a Rembrandt oil sketch called “Head of Christ,” gifted by William A. Coolidge. A follow-up clipping (and a third piece to the right) mention the painting’s origins with a Polish nobleman and its sale in New York in 1939 to actor Thomas Mitchell, later acquired by the museum after Mitchell’s death in 1962, and other details about its display and provenance.