Patrons

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Gene Autry and David Spellerberg with the statue Spirit of America Five stars on the Walk of Fame, Good Will Ambassador, Patriot, A real role model	Jackie Autry Her guidance and leadership brought Gene's dream of a world class museum to a reality for all to enjoy.
Former U.S. Presidents Ronald Reagan and George H. Bush Clients and collectors of bronze sculptures by Great American Bronze Works	Laurance Rockefeller Philanthropist, conservationist, financier and supporter of Great American Bronze Works
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Governor Schwarzenegger in his office with "Pride" A respected friend and supporter.	Burt Reynolds, A friend and former partner in the Rodeo Drive Gallery
Michael Wayne with "Spirit of America" A loyal friend and supporter from the beginning	Governor Jesse Ventura with "Pride"
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Sylvester Stallone A creative genius and dramatic artist himself on the set of Judge Dredd 1995	Founder David Spellerberg with Tom Selleck and his brother Bob Selleck
Terry Maglich with "Black Stallion" Founder of Black Stallion Winery in Napa Valley, CA	Butch Otter Idaho Governor, Cowboy, Western art collector, A great guy
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Gary Nesen Mega car dealer, eternal optimist, and best friend	Henry Trione Former Raiders owner with Equestrian Way Respected by all.
Dennis Washington Forbes 400, Copper Barron, Railroad Magnet and Yachtsman extraordinaire	Dr. Robert H. Schuller with "Hear No, See No, Speak No Evil" Architectural genius, what an inspiration!
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Dennis Lieberthal Pro Baseball Scout and gentle giant with "Bogie Frogawski"	Mike Stier Founder, Stier Leisure Vehicle, a loyal friend The BIG DOG of Bakersfield
Ambassador Glen Holden A Modern Day Renaissance Man Total class in every way	Mike Konle Founder of Champion Crane in Los Angeles with "Barbeque Bud"
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Susan Schneider with "Leap Frogs" Vintage Club Palm Desert, CA	Sidney Niekerk NHCS Gallery Investor with "Spirit of Ecstasy" A true friend from the beginning
Fred Segal Clothing Designer Extraordinaire with "Silent Thunder" A creative genious	Irwin Belk Entrepreneur, Philanthropist, Ambassador, Connosseuir
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Siegfried and Roy with Founder David L. Spellerberg and son David Jr.	Jim Barker Friend and supporter, with his Best Buddy Chico the "Standing Chimp"
Tom Grant Founder of Grant Construction, Patriot and Friend	Charles Loudermilk Founder of Aaron Rents
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Bill Morrow Entrepreneur, Developer, Avid Golfer and Restauranteur A true friend and supporter	Tom and Kathy Mahoney Clothing Entrepreneurs, Avid golfers
Mike Heisley Entrepreneur and philanthropist, inspiring in every way, with "Massasoit"	Boeckmann Family Galpin Motor Co. #1 Ford Dealer in the World
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Marshall Cheshrown A true Entrepreneur Extraordinaire Devoted reining horse enthusiast with world class facility	Mike and Jan Salta Former Mega Car Dealer and entrepreneur
Tony and Mary Tesoro proudly display"Froggie Jones" Behind me from the beginning	Dr. Ed Feldman An American hero. A first class guy all the way
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Fess Parker A real Star with charisma that is timeless; a hero to all	Mr and Mrs. Louis Bell with "Let's be Friends" A true friend
Michael and Geannie Sheller A Special Thanks!	Lu Barnes A patron of the arts, friend and loyal supporter
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The McIntyre Company Developing West Covina A family success story	Lamar Muse Entreprenuer, airline maverick, unique individual A real legend
Ambassador Robert D. Nesen Leader, Confidante, Patriot, Entrepreneur, Respected by all.	Dr. Alex Villicana An artist himself as a plastic surgeon, standing with "Taking A Break II"
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Johnny Miscione "A sole of a shoe maker" The one and only Giovanni Miscione	James R. Parks Chairman of RCMI, Trustee of the Autry National Center, Western Art Collector Inspiring to be around
Chuck Watson Houston Texas Businessman and Community Leader An eagle enthusiast	Tom Chauncey An art collector and renowned breeder of Arabian horses
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Don Adolph Mayor of Palm Springs	Fausto Yturria A real Texan rancher With incredible taste
Bob Pond Philanthropist, ultimate collector, aviation enthusiast, the real BIG DOG of the Desert	Joe Weider Trainer of Champions, entrepreneur, art connoisseur, visionary of Health and Fitness
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Alliance of the Arts Thousand Oaks, California	Ed and Lynn Gall Long time collectors of my work Enjoying the moment
Jana Wacker A modern day Renaissance Woman Class and elegance in every way	Don Mathis Entrepreneur Extraordinaire with the Midas touch
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Lance Holt A 20th century stock broker who transformed into a 21st century cowboy	Orange County Sheriff Brad Gates. A friend and supporter, one of the really great guys in a white hat.
Dennis Mullen CEO of Red Robin Restaurants	Irwin and Betty Helford Giving in every way Philanthropist, entrepreneur extrordinaire
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Lindsey Williams with "Bull Moose" International Corporate Executive Friend and supporter	Edward Rogers A very proud and devoted father to all of his children. With son, Jack, and David L. Spellerberg
Loni Anderson Beauty, class, and elegance	Joris Brinkerhoff Polo, exotic cars, golf, Wildcat Oilman; Joris has done it all!
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Gene Mako World Class tennis player and art connoisseur Respected friend	Donald Parker A Real Life "Injin" who made it big in the "White Man's" world. A loyal friend and supporter, respected by all who know him.
Al Annexstad Chairman, President and CEO of Federated Insurance	Alex Madonna of the Madonna Inn What a creative giant!
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Pretend City Children's Museum in Irvine, CA With various commissioned custom bronze sculptures	Ron and Shelly Tamkin
Roger Haughton	Gary Wales "The Prince of Wales"
Derek Povah's knowledge of the Old West, horsemanship, and guns that created the myths and legends of our heritage is inspiring to all who have the privilege to call Derek a friend.
A 35 year collection of My Patrons of the Arts Over 35 years in the business of creating and casting "The Finest in Bronze Sculpture." We are Proud of our Clientele. These leaders are but a few of the collectors who own bronze sculptures created by Great American Bronze Works, Inc. Laurance Rockefeller – Philanthropist, Environmentalist, Forbes 400 Barron Hilton – Hilton Corporation, Forbes 400 Dennis Washington – Philanthropist, Washington Companies, Horatio Alger Member, Forbes 400 H. Ross Perot – C.E.O. Perot Systems, Presidential Candidate, Forbes 400 Leonard Firestone – (The Late), Philanthropist, Forbes 400 Robert Brittingham – Dal Briar Corporation, Dallas Real Estate, Forbes 400 B. Wayne Hughes – C.E.O. Public Storage, Thoroughbred Horses, Forbes 400 Mike Heisley, Sr. - Manufacturing, NBA Memphis Grizzlies, Philanthropist, Forbes 400 David Murdock - Investments, Dole Foods, Castle & Cooke Real Estate, GOP Fundraiser, Forbes 400 Harold Simmons - Waste management, Computer components, Forbes 400 Ken Hendricks - Building supplies, ABC Supply, Investor, Forbes 400 Tim and Edra Blixseth – Lumber Magnate, Founder The Yellowstone Club, Forbes 400 Edward S. Rogers – President and C.E.O. Rogers Communications Inc, Toronto, Canada, Significant Sigma Chi Seward Prosser Mellon – Mellon Banking, Forbes 400 Philip Anschutz – The Anschutz Corp., World Class American Fine Art Collection, Horatio Alger Member, Forbes 400 William Pennington – Circus Circus Casinos, Forbes 400 Robert McNair – Owner of Houston Texans Football Team, Thoroughbred Owner, Significant Sigma Chi, Forbes 400 Bob Magness – (The Late), Founder T.C.I. Incorporated, Forbes 400 H. Wayne Huizenga – Blockbuster Video, Founder Auto Nation, Owner of the Miami Dolphins, Forbes 400 Harris and Bonnie Hudson – Waste Management, Part Owner of the Florida Marlins and Panthers, Forbes 400 Louis Gonda – International Lease Finance Corp., Forbes 400 Melvin Simon - Real Estate, Shopping centers, Forbes 400 Jacqueline Mars – Mars, Inc., Forbes 400 Richard Haworth – Chairman Haworth Inc., Forbes 400 H.R.H. Prince Abdul - Aziz Al-Ibrahin – Saudi Arabia, 2nd wealthiest man in the world, Forbes 200 in the World King Fahad of Saudi Arabia Gene Autry – (The Late), CA Angels, Founder, Autry Museum of Western Heritage, Horatio Alger Member, Forbes 400 Richard Rainwater – Texas Rangers, Dallas Mavericks, Investor, Forbes 400 Darla Moore – C.E.O. of Rainwater Inc., Investor, “Toughest Babe in Business” Joan Kroc – Philanthropist, Former Owner San Diego Padres, McDonalds, Forbes 400 Bud Adams – Owner Houston Oilers, Major Western Art Collector, Philanthropist, Significant Sigma Chi George Steinbrenner – Owner New York Yankees Jerry McMorris – Owner Colorado Rockies Edward DeBartolo – Shopping centers, DeBartolo Property Group, Former Owner San Francisco 49ers, Forbes 400 Georgia Frontiere – Owner Los Angeles Rams President George W. Bush President Ronald Reagan Governor Jesse Ventura Ambassador Robert D. Nesen Ambassador Daryl Arnold – (The Late) Ed and Lynn Hogan - The Hogan Foundation, Hawaiian Travel Guru, Philanthropist Ambassador Glen Holden – World Class Polo Team and Player Gunter Sachs – German Industrialist, Heir to Fichtel & Sachs-Werke Dr. Robert Schuller – The Crystal Cathedral, Horatio Alger Member Fred Mannix – World Class Polo Team and Player, C.E.O. Manvest, Inc., Canada Dr. Madison Richardson – Circuit Governor, U.S. Polo Association Tim Gannon – Outback Steakhouse, World Class Polo Player Chris McCarron – Professional Jockey Gene Mako – World Class Tennis Player, American Impressionist Art Collector Fred Couples – Professional Golfer Tom Fazio – World Renowned Designer of Golf Courses Bill Morrow – Founder of The Quarry Golf Course, Red Robin Restaurants R.D. Hubbard – C.E.O. Hollywood Park, Big Horn Country Club, World Class Art Collection Emmett McCoy – McCoy Building & Supply Centers, Texas Chuck Watson – C.E.O. Dynegy Inc., Houston, Texas Eugene Van Dyke – Chairman and Founder Vanco Energy Co., Texas William J. Dore – Chairman & C.E.O. Global Industries, Horatio Alger Member Marcia Forsythe-Fournier – Indeck Power Equipment Co. Jerry Forsythe – Indeck Power Equipment Co., CART (Forsythe Racing) Roger Beach – Retired Chairman and C.E.O. Unocal Luke Corbett – Chairman and C.E.O. Kerr McGee Ted Orden – President, Owner Thrifty Oil Co. Jerry Herbst – C.E.O. Terrible Herbst Oil Company Anthony J. Tesoro – President Jones and Associates, Institutional Stock Broker, Philanthropist Samuel Toscano, Jr. – C.E.O. Neuman Distributors Dr. William Mow – C.E.O. Bugle Boy Jeans Finis Conner – Founder Conner Peripherals, Co-Founder Seagate Technology Inc., Fortune 500 John Wayne Family Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger – Actor, Fitness Promoter, Entrepreneur, Governor Sylvester Stallone – Actor, Renowned Artist, World Class Art Collector Burt Reynolds – Actor and Extensive Western Art Collector Clint Eastwood – Actor, Director Charlton Heston – Actor Jimmy Stewart – (The Late), Actor, Philanthropist Jack Palance – Actor, Artist Tom Selleck – Actor, Significant Sigma Chi Goldie Hawn – Actress, Director Robert Wagner – Actor Jon Peters – Entertainment Industry Dick Clark – American Bandstand, Founder Dick Clark Productions, “Timeless” Randy Travis – Country Western Singer, Actor Wayne Newton – Entertainer, Extensive Art Collector Travis Tritt – Country Western Singer Marty Stuart – Country Western Singer Nikki Sixx – “Motley Crue” Rock-n-Roll Band George Montgomery – Actor, Artist Joe Weider – Publisher “Muscle and Fitness”, Extensive Fine Art Collector Zuban Mehta – Symphony Conductor E.A. Gregory – Founder United Shows of America Gary Worth – Founder St. Eves Cosmetics Barbara King – King World Syndication Tom Chauncey – (The Late), World Class Arabian Horses, Arizona Land, Cattle, and Art Collector James Hudson – C.E.O. Hudson Food, Inc. Gordon Shultz – Shultz Steel Carl Karcher – Founder Carl’s Jr., Philanthropist, Horatio Alger Member Chris Sullivan – C.E.O. Outback Steakhouse Norman Brinker – Founder Chili’s, Horatio Alger Member Michael Focht – Retired President, Tenet Healthcare Zane and Lu Barnes – Retired Chairman and C.E.O. Southwestern Bell (SBC Corp.) Stanton Sheetz – C.E.O. Sheetz, Inc. Matt Walsh – C.E.O. The Walsh Group, Chicago, Illinois, Forbes 500 Private Company L.J. Melody – Founder L.J. Melody & Assoc. Commercial Real Estate Rick Caruso – C.E.O. Caruso Affiliated Holdings, Commercial Land Developer Extraordinaire General William Lyon – The William Lyon Co., Avid car collector, Sigma Chi John and Jean Hahn-Hardy – Philanthropist, Promoter of the Arts W. Roger Haughton – C.E.O. PMI Group Sid and Jenny Craig – Jenny Craig International, Thoroughbred Owner William & Mary Reed – Owners Stonecrest Farm Paul and Natalie Orfalea – Founder of Kinko’s Inc. Ed Dunford – Retired President TRW Paul Folino – Chairman & C.E.O. Emulex Corp., Philanthropist Gary Donahee – President Americas Nortel Networks Jeff Henley – C.F.O. Oracle Jerry Rise – Founder Appain Graphics Richard Sulpizio – Retired President & C.O.O. Qualcomm Roy L. Ash – Co-Founder Litton Industries, Horatio Alger Member Llamar Muse – Founder Southwest Airlines Charles Probst – Philanthropist, Charles Probst Civic Arts Plaza, Thousand Oaks, CA Lindsey Williams – Retired International President Mattel Toy John Albers – Former C.E.O. Dr. Pepper Fred Segal – Philanthropist, Clothing Designer and Founder of Fred Segal Irwin Belk – Belk Department Stores Georges Marciano – Clothing Designer and Co-Founder of Guess, Inc., Real Estate Tycoon Mervin Morris - Founder of Mervyn’s Department Stores John Farrand – Former C.E.O. Panavision Ron Jarvis – President Technicolor Donald Parker – President American Insurance Consultants, Founder Chippewa Enterprises Tom Barrett – World Class Car Collector Robert Pond – World Class Aviation, Automotive and Art Collector Bert Boeckmann – Owner and President, Galpin Motors Inc., #1 Ford Dealer in the World, Horatio Alger Member Mike Salta – Owner Mike Salta Auto Group, Coast Cadillac Cal Worthington – Owner Worthington Ford Ken Norton – PST Trucking, Utah based Marvin May – May Trucking, Oregon based Gary McLean – Owner Interstate Distributor Co. (Trucking) William Koch - founder and chief executive officer of Oxbow Carbon, Forbes 500 Private Company

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A 35 year collection of My Patrons of the Arts

Over 35 years in the business of creating and casting "The Finest in Bronze Sculpture."

We are Proud of our Clientele. These leaders are but a few of the collectors who own bronze sculptures created by Great American Bronze Works, Inc.

We are Proud of our Clientele.
These leaders are but a few of the collectors who own bronze sculptures created by Great American Bronze Works, Inc.