From Nancy C. Russell to Walter G. Kendall, May 25, 1928

Item — Folder: Unknown

Identifier: TU2009.39.912

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Description

Letter by Nancy C. Russell to Dr. Walter G. Kendall; tells Kendall that she cannot buy his picture, and suggests that he try A. H. Harlow in New York. Typed.

Transcript

May 25, 1 9 2 8. Dr. Walter G. Kendall, 2 Park Square, Boston, Mass. Dear Doctor Kendall: Please find enclosed the photograph you sent me of a picture painted by Charley. It was very nice of you to give me the opportunity to secure this picture but it’s impossible for me to put any more money into pictures at this time. I have quite a few and, of course, must sell occasionally to make my living and that means that I cannot tie up too much money in pictures. If you wish to dispose of your picture, you might send it to Arthur H. Harlow in New York. He is rather successful with Russell pictures. It would be a good idea to write him first to find out whether he’d care to have the picture or not. Trusting you will be able to dispose of your painting to advantage, I am Sincerely, NCR: ED encl photo

[Transcribed by Lauren B. Gerfen, 2012-10-23]

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Dates

May 25, 1928

Creator

Russell, Nancy C. (Author, Person)

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

Additional Description

Credit Line

Gilcrease Museum/The University of Tulsa

Provenance

Britzman Collection

Medium

ink on paper

Dimensions

Overall: 8 1/2 × 11 in. (21.6 × 27.9 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).