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Photograph of three sculptures: Indian and bird, baby in cradleboard with a tag that reads '#52 Papose Board Model', and an Indian man. Verso is a stamp that reads 'This is to certify that the subject herewith identified: 3 Orignal Models by Joe De Young Presented to C.M. Russell (information handwritten) was an asset of the Estate of Nancy C. Russell, deceased. June 1941 (illegible signature) as executor of the above estate.'

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Title(s): 
Three Sculptures
Creator(s): 
Unknown
Culture: 
American
Date: 
late 19th century - early 20th century
Materials/Techniques: 
gelatin silver process
Classification: 
Object Type: 
Credit Line: 
Gilcrease Museum/The University of Tulsa
Accession No: 
TU2009.39.6871
Previous Number(s): 
D.5.2243; 50124; D.5.2243 (Colorado Springs number)
Department: 
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