Sheinbaum, Betty Warner |
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Collector Artist |
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dates
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1920-2017 |
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city
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Los Angeles |
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historical notes
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Betty Warner Sheinbaum, an extraordinary art collector, lived her life at the intersection of art and politics, breaking away from the predictable Hollywood-royalty narrative associated with the Warner family. Born in 1920 in New York and moving to Los Angeles as a tween, she demonstrated early independence. Married first to Hollywood producer Milton Sperling and later to activist Stanley Sheinbaum, her extensive travels included a quest for the Ho Chi Minh trail during the Vietnam War, reflecting her adventurous spirit. Betty's political beliefs seamlessly integrated into her art, evident in her series on bullfighting and environmental works crafted from recycled materials.
Betty's discerning eye for modern art, exemplified by acquisitions such as works by Jackson Pollock, Robert Motherwell, Willem de Kooning, Richard Diebenkorn, and William Baziotes, demonstrated her ability to anticipate and champion emerging artistic trends. The Sheinbaum collection, a testament to her artistic appreciation, also served as a philanthropic tool, funding diverse social and political causes. Living amidst a curated ensemble of art, Betty and Stanley's home became a hub for influential figures, hosting discussions on arts, literature, and politics. Betty's legacy extends beyond her role as a collector; she was a prolific painter and sculptor, utilizing unconventional techniques like blowtorches on artworks crafted from old car parts. |
decades
of activity | 1950-1960
1960-1970
1970-1980
1980-1990
1990-2000
2000-2010
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Collection Details |
Activist Video Archive
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PRESERVING PROGRESSIVE, MULTICULTURAL VOICES OF LOS ANGELES AREA ACTIVISTS, AND PHILANTHROPISTS: Betty Warner Sheinbaum and Stanley Sheinbaum |
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Sperling, Milton
Warner, Jack
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