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Lot 277

1930 "Good Medicine" Charles M. Russell

Estimate: $750 - $1,200
Starting Bid
$250

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Featured in this lot is "Good Medicine: The Illustrated Letters of Charles M. Russell", 1930, lithographed in New York City, N.Y. by William C.D. Glaser, publisher Doubleday & Company, Inc., Garden City, New York. Introduction by Will Rogers and biographical note by his wife, Nancy Russell. Here is the classic Charles M. Russell book for all collectors. "Good Medicine" is the inspiring chronicle of an old-time cow wrangler revealed in a unique collection of his illustrated letters. It is filled with letters and drawings to friends, and little stories. A print of the painting, "When I Was A Kid" is on the opposite page of the title page. This rare book is a must have for Charlie Russell and Western art fans. From a municipal library collection, this blue green cloth bound hardcover is in nice condition, very slight scuffing exhibited to cover edges. Intact pages exhibit age tanning and foxing, no other obvious damages noted. Measurements are 12.25"L x 9.25"W x .5"D, and the weight is 2lb.