From Nancy C. Russell to Malcolm MacKay, March 9, 1908

Item — Folder: Unknown

Identifier: TU2009.39.2224

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Description

From Nancy C. Russell, March 9, 1908, cannot sell "Jerked Down" at your price.

Transcript

Mar. 9, 1908. Mr. Malcolm S. Macak[sic] Nassau & Pine Sts., New York City. Dear Sir: I regret to say that we cannot let you have the Picture “Jerked Down” at your terms. When money world does right itself and if you then want a picture we will be glad to hear from you. If we should have a small picture that I think you would like I will let you know. It must be and oil I suppose. Sincerely yours,

[Transcribed by Melynda Seaton, 2011-10-12]

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Dates

March 9, 1908

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).