Dying Steer with Note Written by Charles M. Russell, 1886
Description
Photograph of drawing framed in matte board. On the matte board is the note from Russell, "This is the real thing...the winter of 1886 at the OH ranch, C M Russell." On the opposite side is written, "this picture is chaos... Russell's reply to my inquiry as to the condition of my cattle in 1886. L E Kaiefman."
Dates
- 1886
Creator
- Russell, Charles Marion, 1864 - 1926 (Artist, Person)
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
Medium
gelatin silver process
Dimensions
4.625 in. x 7 in.
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 Britman 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).
Duplicate
D.5.577
Duplicate
D.5.184
Duplicate
D.5.185
Previous Number
D.5.664 (Colorado Springs number)
Creator
- Russell, Charles Marion, 1864 - 1926 (Artist, Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Gilcrease Museum/Helmerich Center for American Research Repository
918-631-6403