From Nancy C. Russell to Mrs. Alice P. Biggs, June 18, 1929

Item — Folder: Unknown

Identifier: TU2009.39.1147

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Description

Typed letter from Nancy C. Russell to Mrs. Alice P. Biggs dated June 18, 1929 about being glad that Mrs. Biggs decided to keep her Charles M. Russell painting.

Transcript

June 18, 1929. Mrs. Alice P. Biggs, 327 N. Rodney St., Helena, Montana. Dear Mrs. Biggs: Thank you for your letter of June 8th. I am glad that you are keeping your Russell picture. I think it is a great mistake for every- one to feel they want to get rid of them right away as they are going to be more precious as time goes on. Through Charlie Beil and some friend of yours, I heard that you were anxious to dispose of it and as I know several people who are making collections, I thought I might be able to help you. Thank you for answering and best wishes. Sincerely, NCR: ED

[Transcript by Lauren B. Gerfen, 2012-09-04]

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Dates

June 18, 1929

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: 11 × 8 1/2 in. (27.9 × 21.6 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).