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Metal Milton Bradley Co. watercolor box, late 19th-early 20th century

 Item — Folder: Unknown
Identifier: TU2009.39.62

Description

Milton Bradley Co. watercolor box. "Springfield, Mass" engraved above a circular design reading "The Quality Sign".

Dates

  • late 19th-early 20th century

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

Materials in English

Access Restrictions

Available by appointment only at the Helmerich Center for American Research (HCAR) with the exception of materials with donor restrictions. Contact Library staff in advance to inquire if materials exist pertaining to your research interests.

Extent

From the Collection: 1 extent_missing

Credit Line

Gilcrease Museum/The University of Tulsa

Provenance

Britzman Collection

Mark(s)

Etched on top of box is 'Milton Bradley Co. Springfield Mass.'

Medium

metal, watercolor paint,

Dimensions

Overall: 8 1/2 × 2 in. (21.6 × 5.1 cm)

Notes

The Homer and Helen Britzman collection consists of over 10,000 objects belonging to Charles M. Russell including letters, drawings, personal belongings, photos, and other memorabilia. Homer Britzman worked extensively with Charles Russell’s wife, Nancy, to write Russell’s biography. Chain of custody: Nancy Russell, Homer and Helen Britzman, Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center, Amon Carter (inventoried collection in 1997), Gilcrease Management Trust (will become property of TU Special Collections if management agreement between TU and the City of Tulsa is severed).

Temporary number prior to acquisition

TL2009.51.62

Repository Details

Part of the Gilcrease Museum/Helmerich Center for American Research Repository

Contact:

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