Illustrated letter from Will James to Charles M. Russell, April 25, 1924

Item — Folder: Unknown

Identifier: TU2009.39.4915.1-2

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Description

Illustrated letter from Will James to Charles M. Russell. Two pages with an illustration on both pages: pen and ink of a cowboy attempting to rope a three-headed monster with the caption: "How would you handle it?" Illustration on second page is of a ranchhouse door with brands on the front. Handwritten with news about James's articles and his new studio near Lake Tahoe.

Dates

April 25, 1924

Creator

James, William R., 1892 - 1942 (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

paper

Dimensions

8.375" x 10.875"

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).