M Russell 1889 watercolor ? The alarm bell

Hi everyone picked us up at my favorite thrift store yesterday so I’m looking to find out if it’s an actual watercolor done by Russell or is it a painted copy, it measures 21 x 17 1/4 framed and I can’t find information on the fine arts LTD label on the back found the building it’s an old building but can’t find any information on the business it’s not there anymore so now I turn to the experts and wait for your advice thanks in advance hope everybody had a great Thanksgiving

 

Charles M. Russell, I think it must be a print of some sort. He is a famous western artist.

 

Have you looked at it with a loupe or magnifying glass? Can you see dots?

 

I would assume it's a multiple as his work has been so widely reproduced. His foundation includes 'The Alarm Bell' on their web site; you can always inquire as to the location of the original. But you might want to open the back up and see if you can find an answer there. (It does appear rather faded, by way.)

https://www.charlesmarionrussell.org/The-Alarm-Bell.html

Debora

 

As soon as I can find my loop I will take a look I have no clue where I put it

 

I know the fading affects value but it doesn’t really bother me I still like it , I was trying to avoid it but I guess I’m gonna have to open up the back

 

Thank you everyone

 

There is an app you can put on your phone. I use the magnifying + which is good enough to see the dots. Its free.