From Nancy C. Russell to C. F. Kelley, October 6, 1925

Item — Folder: Unknown

Identifier: TU2009.39.918

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Description

Letter by Nancy C. Russell to Mr. C. F. Kelley; tells Kelley that she is sending the painting "Dust" by express, hopes that it pleases him. Typed.

Transcript

October 6 1925 Mr. C. F. Kelley, Room 1801, 25 Broadway, New York City, My dear Mr. Kelley: Your letter of September 28th received. I am sending to your home by today’s express, the painting “Dust”. In the box is the fixture with lights and frame to be put together. I think most anyone can do it for you as it is marked on the back of the frame where each illum- inator arm goes. I even left the screws in place so there should be no trouble. I hope “Dust” will just fit the space you have for a western picture but if it does not, please don’t send it back to Great Falls as we would like to show it in New York in Novem- ber if all goes well. Jack sends love to all, Mary Pat special. Charlie joins me in kindest regards to you all. Sincerely,

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

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Dates

October 6, 1925

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).