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In Merry Old England or I Drink Not to Kings, late 19th century - early 20th century

 Item — Folder: Unknown
Identifier: TU2009.39.267.117

Description

Photograph of a framed triptych scene of a medieval forest printed by Charles M. Russell in 1920 titled 'In Merry Old England' or 'I Drink Not to Kings' Right and left show scenes of snow covered castles. Central panel shows a knight on horseback with a kneeling man and burro nearby.

Dates

  • late 19th century - early 20th century

Creator

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

gelatin silver process

Dimensions

Overall: 4 × 5 in. (10.2 × 12.7 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).

Previous Number

D.5.1777 (Colorado Springs Number)

Duplicate

D.5.1778

Duplicate

D.10.1041

Creator

Repository Details

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

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