From Grand Central Gallery to Nancy C. Russell, July 28, 1930

Item — Folder: Unknown

Identifier: TU2009.39.2052

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Description

From Grand Central Gallery, Gertrude Cummings, July 28, 1930, notifies Nancy C. Russell that the bronze "Where the Best of Riders Quit" has been sent to Guido Nelli as instructed.

Transcript

July 28, 1930 Mrs. Nancy C. Russell, Bull Head Lodge, Belton, Montana. Dear Mrs. Russell: Thank you for your letter of July 22nd. We are sending the bronze “Where the Best of Riders Quit” to Guido Nelli as you instructed and we shall appreciate your advising them to return it to us. We have insured the bronze in transit to California but we shall be glad to assume this proportion of the expense and therefore will not bill you for the amount of the premium. Very truly yours, [signed] Gertrude R. Cummings. Gertrude R. Cummings, Office Manager. C:H

[Transcribed by Lauren B. Gerfen, 2012-06-22]

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Dates

July 28, 1930

Creator

Russell, Charles Marion, 1864 - 1926 (Artist, 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: 10 1/2 × 7 1/4 in. (26.7 × 18.4 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).