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Bronze-colored letter opener with two decorative scenes on top, late 19th century - early 20th century

 Item — Folder: Unknown
Identifier: TU2009.39.241

Description

Bronze-colored letter opener, two decorative scenes on top, one scenery, one with two men and a bucket; blade has words, "Butte Montana" and on reverse in inscribed "C.M. Russell".

Inscription(s)

Inscribed, "Butte Montana" and "C.M. Russell"

Dates

  • late 19th century - 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

Medium

metal

Dimensions

Overall: 9 1/2 × 1 1/8 × 1/2 in. (24.1 × 2.9 × 1.3 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).

Repository Details

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

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