From Nancy C. Russell to Philip Cole, May 22, 1933

Item — Folder: Unknown

Identifier: TU2009.39.2306

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Description

From Nancy C. Russell, May 22, 1933, "A Bronc to Breakfast", 30" x 44", 1912, canvas in perfect condition, is selling for $6000.

Transcript

725 Michigan Blvd., Pasadena, California May 22nd , 1933 Dr. Philip G. Cole 551 Fifth Avenue, New York City, New York. Dear Phillip[sic]: Once more, I have direct word regarding the paint- ing “ A Bronc to Breakfast” in which you are inter- ested. I don’t know that you know the canvass[sic] is 30 x 44 inches. I understand the picture is in perfect condition and you can get it for $6,000.00. The picture was painted in 1912, during the period you liked the way Charlie handled color. I am sending a photograph so that you can see the entire composition. When you have finished with it, please return it to me so that I may return it to the owner. Everything is going along fine and dandy with Jack and me. Jack will graduate from Junior High School this June. I have a young man now who is interested in girls ‘n everything. I believe he is going to be an inventor of something because he is certainly interested in all kinds of electrical apparatus. We will drive North again to Glacier Park as soon as school is out for the two months of Jack’s vacation. We have a couple of saddle horses there and riding and swimming will be fine for him. My kindest regards to you and the family. Sincerely, Encl. Air Mail

[Transcribed by Melynda Seaton, 2011-10-31]

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Dates

May 22, 1933

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).