Charles M. Russell's Funeral Procession, 1926
Description
Charles M. Russell's funeral procession, with hearse in front, followed by rider-less horse and mourners. Handwritten on the back, 'Carried to my grave behind horses'-Russell's specific request.' Also has a Trail's End Publishing stamp and various pencil marks.
Dates
- 1926
Language of Materials
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
Credit Line
Gilcrease Museum/The University of Tulsa
Provenance
Britzman Collection
Mark(s)
Verso Upper right in pencil: 100-23; D.1.48 Upper Center in ink: “Carried to my grave behind hosses” –Russell’s specific request. Center Left in ink, stamp: Trail’s End Publishing Co. Inc. Center Right in pencil: #6; 94 written in square Lower Left in pencil: 72% in circle Lower Right in pencil, in red and white sticker: Page B 322
Medium
gelatin silver process
Dimensions
Overall: 4 1/2 × 6 3/4 in. (11.4 × 17.1 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).
Previous Number
D.1.48 (Colorado Springs number)
Repository Details
Part of the Gilcrease Museum/Helmerich Center for American Research Repository
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