FORT WORTH, TX.- The Kimbell Art Museum of Fort Worth, Texas, has acquired the painting Christ and the Woman of Samaria, dated to 161920, by the Italian artist Guercino, one of the foremost painters of his time. The purchase was announced today by the Museums director, Eric M. Lee. The painting dates from Guercinos early, rarest, and most desirable period, when the artist achieved acclaim for the emotional power of his compositions. I am thrilled that the Kimbell has found an outstanding painting, such as this, from Guercinos coveted early period, commented Mr. Lee. It has been a long-standing wish of the Museum to find a Guercino of this quality to enhance its exceptional collection