From Nancy C. Russell to Mr. Albright, late 19th century - early 20th century

Item — Folder: Unknown

Identifier: TU2009.39.1244.1-2

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Description

Handwritten letter from Nancy C. Russell to Mr. Albright not dated acknowledges the receipt of a painting sent by Albright and that she does not think that Albright will be able to sell the painting at the price he is asking, $4000.

Transcript

Dear Mr. Albright Your letter of Sept 3rd ^received^ first The former letter must have been lost. Your ^The^ painting you speak of came by Express delivered Sept 6th I paid $1806 charges – you were very rash to send the painting to me with out [sic] first hearing from me – There is no chance to sell a painting at the price you valued this one to any of my clientel [sic] & it would be very foolish for you to come to Cal. with the idea of assisting me in disposing of the painting – There are an lot of people trying to sell or help sell with out much luck, you would have more chance in Montana than here and I am afraid I cannot be of much assistance. I took the painting out of the box. I do not know anyone who would pay $4000- for it – what shall I do with it

[Transcript by Lauren B. Gerfen, 2012-10-02]

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Dates

late 19th century - early 20th century

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).