Newspaper clipping discusses Charles M. Russell sculptures.

Sculptures of Russell are Praised

Although Charles M. Russell, Great Falls artist, gained an international reputation as a painter and his oils command fabulous prices, Russell's favorite mode of expression was in his sculpture. A recently published book, "The Westerners Brand Book," copyrighted by the Los Angeles Westerners and dedicated to cattlemen of 1849, devotes numerous pages to sculptures by Russell. The chapter on Russell is entitled "The West in Bronze." It was written by Homer Britzman, with numerous photographs of Russell bronzes by Lonnie Hull. All known pieces of Russell bronze, it is stated, have been done through the use of the Cellini or cire pedue (lost wax) process. His artistry with beeswax is commented upon and also his faculty to produce models rapidly. The book lists and pictures 94 Russell bronzes with an analysis of castings, dimensions and other features. The Westerners express appreciation for the co-operation of H.C. Eklund, Great Falls, and others in providing a complete and authentic record. Most of the bronzes are in collections, two in Montana.