From Nancy C. Russell to C. F. Kelley, September 18, 1931

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Identifier: TU2009.39.920

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Description

Letter by Nancy C. Russell to Mr. C. F. Kelly; tells Kelley that she is writing him concerning the Decoration over his fire-place, and that she is willing to reduce the price by half. Typed.

Transcript

September 18, 1931. Mr. C. F. Kelly, 25 Broadway New York City. Dear Mr. Kelly: I visited Jim and Bertha this summer at Rocky Point. While I was there, Jim said that you had spoken of wanting to get in touch with me regarding the Decoration over your fire-place. Had it been entirely finished the price would have been $5,000.00, but half of that amount will be satisfact- ory to me and I trust it will be to you. I am will- ing to make this concession under the circumstances, but I feel – and I am sure that you and Mrs. Kelly do also – that it is a fine thing just as it is and there is nothing else on earth like it. I am sorry I did not see you this year but if you are in California this winter, I should love to have you come out to “Trail’s End”. The vis- its we had with you at Swan Lake are happy memories and to see you is always a joy. Sincerely,

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

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Dates

September 18, 1931

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).