From Nancy C. Russell to Philip Cole, December 21, 1927

Item — Folder: Unknown

Identifier: TU2009.39.2286.1-2

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Description

From Nancy C. Russell, December 21, 1927, bill enclosed for "Counting Coup", also a check enclosed for $50 for the difference between bronzes "Sleeping Thunder" and "Texas Steer".

Transcript

TRAIL’S END Pasadena, California December 21, 1927 Dr. Philip G. Cole 470 Vanderbilt Ave. New York, N. Y. Dear Philip: Please find enclosed a bill for “Counting Coup” sent at your request. I am glad you found the model so near ready. Also enclosed a check for $50. the difference between the bronze “Sleep- ing Thunder” and the “Texas Steer. The steer is being shipped to you by express from here and if you will take the head into the Grand Central galleries some time and tell them I refunded you the difference and sent the other cast to you from here. Jack is home and having a very nice time. He looks very well. We both send best wishes for a happy holiday. Sincerely, MG

[Transcribed by Melynda Seaton, 2011-10-21]

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Dates

December 21, 1927

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).