From Nancy C. Russell to W.B. Campbell, October 19, 1917

Item — Folder: Unknown

Identifier: TU2009.39.2186.1-2

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Description

Handwritten, from Nancy C. Russell, October 19, 1917, Charles M. Russell has finished "Indian Burial".

Transcript

[1] Great Falls Oct 19 -1917 Mr. W.B. Campbell Dorothy, alta, My dear Mr. Campbell at last I am happy to say Chas. has the Indian grave painting finished you have had to wait long but you have something worth while – Every body who sees the painting thinks its[sic] a good idea well carried out – how where and when do you wish the painting shipped- [2] give my kindest regards to Mrs. Campbell- Sincerely

[Transcribed by Lauren B. Gerfen, 2012-08-10]

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Dates

October 19, 1917

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 × 6 in. (20.3 × 15.2 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).