From Nancy C. Russell to Willard E. Worden, May 5, 1932

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Identifier: TU2009.39.1081

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Description

Letter by Nancy C. Russell to Mr. Willard E. Worden; apologizes for not being able to buy the two Charles M. Russell watercolors at this time, and states that she trusts he will find a customer. Typed.

Transcript

Pasadena, California. May 5, 1932. Mr. Willard E. Worden, 312 Stockton Street, San Francisco, California. Dear Sir: Your letter of April 12th, received, advising that one of your customers has two of Mr. Russell’s water colors he wishes to sell. I regret that I am not purchasing any of Charlie’s painting at the present time. I appreciate your calling the matter to my attention and am sorry I am not in a position to purchase anything. I have no doubt your customer will find a purchaser for his pictures without much difficulty. T hank[sic] you again for writing me. Very truly yours,

[Transcribed by Lauren B. Gerfen, 2012-12-20]

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Dates

May 5, 1932

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).