From Grand Central Gallery to Nancy C. Russell, April 4, 1936
Description
From Grand Central Gallery, April 4, 1936, it is possible the University of Texas wants to purchase a small group of Charles M. Russell bronzes.
April 4th, 1936 Mrs. C. M. Russell, Trail’s End 725 Michigan Blvd. Pasadena, Calif. Dear Mrs. Russell: We have been working with the University of Texas at Austin, Texas on the pos- sibility of their purchasing a small group of Russell bronzes. We just want to advise you of this in case you hear from them so that you will let us know and we will likewise keep you informed of any further developments. With kindest regards, I am Yours sincerely, [signed] G.T. Nelson G.T. Nelson. GTN:K
[Transcribed by Lauren B. Gerfen, 2012-06-07]
Dates
- April 4, 1936
Language of Materials
Materials in English
Access Restrictions
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Extent
From the Collection: 1 extent_missing
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).
Previous Number
C.5.3aaf (Colorado Springs number)
Repository Details
Part of the Gilcrease Museum/Helmerich Center for American Research Repository
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