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Nancy C. Russell Hand Signed Typed Letter c.1928

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Nancy C. Russell Hand Signed Typed Letter c.1928
Included in this lot is an original Nancy C. Russell typed letter. Nancy Cooper Russell was wife to the famed Montana cowboy and artist Charlie Russell. Nancy was a very large part in the success of her husband. She often pushed for the prices Charlies artwork was worth, but he seldom had the ambition to charge. This letter is to a Mr. Bill Irvine in Polson, MT. where Nancy is asking for any original illustrated letters from her late husband. The purpose for collecting these letters was for her to later publish Good Medicine, a compilation of his illustrated letters which she successfully did in 1929. The letter is in fair condition showing a nice patina. There is a section of darkening, presumably from tape, towards the top of the letter. The letter is typed and much of the ink has started to lighten. The piece is hand signed by Nancy and dated May 9, 1928. This letter comes in a protective film and cardboard backing which measures 11” x 8 ½”.