Because her mother spent so much time on the ranch, Little Anne spent a lot of time growing up on the Four Sixes. He acquired the 26,000-acre Triangle Ranch near Iowa Park in 1910 and expanded those holdings by buying five more ranches in the next 15 yearsincluding another Triangle Ranch near Paducahfor a total of more than 100,000 acres. American Visionary: The Collection of Mrs. John L. Marion featured a mere 18 lots but what works of art these are, coming from the walls of her I.M. The first three marriages ended in divorce before she married John Marion in 1988. Anne Marion embodied the strength and fearlessness of the American West while having the discerning eye of a connoisseur, says Kimbell Art Museum director Eric M. Lee. In a statement Sotheby's said it 'is honored to present works from the collection of legendary philanthropist and collector Mrs. John L. Marion'. She is the daughter of Anne Burnett Windfohr Marion, known in Texas oil circles as "Little Anne," daughter of Anne Valliant Burnett Tandy, "Big Anne", heiress to the legendary Burnett ranching and oil fortune. Only their son Tom lived on to have a family and build his own ranching business. Pei. The cowboys just call her Anne. We all do.. The Four Sixes had other good stallions, including the only one George Humphreys ever boughta son of the Thoroughbred Three Bars called Cee Bars. 99 luxury condos above Houston's first Thompson Hotel. Case closed. Phillips laughs. Its a place to go. Sid Richardson, a legendary oilman/businessman and philanthropist, and Gillis Johnson, a lead trial lawyer at Cantey & Hanger, were father figures toMarionwhen she was a child. Burnett and Ruth later divorced, and he married Mary Couts Barradel in 1892. Murdaugh is heckled as he leaves court, Moment teenager crashes into back of lorry after 100mph police race, Ken Bruce finishes his 30-year tenure as host of BBC Radio 2, Family of a 10-month-old baby filmed vaping open up, Missing hiker buried under snow forces arm out to wave to helicopter, Insane moment river of rocks falls onto Malibu Canyon in CA, Fleet-footed cop chases an offender riding a scooter, Ukrainian soldier takes out five tanks with Javelin missiles. Annes energy and optimism have ensured the success of numerous museums and artists and enriched the lives of many, Perry said. and as a script writer for Red Steagall Is Somewhere West of Wall Street. He is a graduate of Texas A&M University and a recipient of numerous writing and photography awards. Marionhas deliberately maintained some silence about her life. Back to The News. When Burks father, Jerry Burnett, suggested his son act as trail boss and take another herd for him, Burk was ready to go. Very open and connected. He said it gives comfort to everyone who works for her. Phillips, who has beenMarions assistant the past 17 years, said that her boss is in charge at all times. Which direction? Built in 1917 for $100,000, the 13,280-square-foot house was intended to be (and may still be) the finest ranch house in West Texas. Photo courtesy Wyman Meinzerand Sam Middleton. (Photo by Nathan Canaday). LittleAnnewas born Nov. 10, 1938 in Fort Worth, the daughter ofAnneBurnett Tandy and her second husband, James Goodwin Hall, who helped establish the American Quarter Horse Association. 1) 1948, Oil on canvas Estimate $25-35 million;In a statement Sotheby's said it 'is honored to present works from the collection of legendary philanthropist and collector Mrs. John L. Marion', Richard Diebenkorn, Ocean Park No. Her mother and I were getting along well, and one night she said that I needed to meet her daughter. 2023 Ranching Heritage Association. Her contributions to the cultural world require perfection as well. Lige Reed, who managed the Iowa Park division of the Triangle, broke the colt as a 2-year-old and wanted to keep him on the Triangle, but George told Miss Anne that he wanted to bring him to the Sixes and raise some cow horses. Indians hit the camp one night and drove off all but the night horses the men were either riding or had hobbled close to their beds. Pending the sale, the ranch is being operated by Annes daughter, Anne Windfohr Windi Grimes, who is Burks great-great-granddaughter. Within a short time, Burkburnett had become 'the world's wonder oilfield', transforming the area from a 'sleepy farm town' into a 'boom town' which even helped to inspire a Hollywood movie of the same name. The estate also features the famous loft barn, which provided the backdrop for Marlboro cigarette adverts in the 1960s and '70s. She didnt buy things just because they had a name, or because the dealer told her to. 'Unpretentious and proud of her rancher legacy and lifestyle, Anne was a boldhearted Texan through-and-through. Suddenly, the Four Sixes horse operation became a major force in the industry. Sothebys landed the tremendous coup of auctioning her collection, which sold for $157.2 million. Burnett's father-in-law, the banker Martin B. Loyd - whose daughter Ruth married the rancher when he was 20 - also named Burnett heir to his First National Bank of Fort Worth. The Longhorns were phased out, and soon all the cattle on the ranch were Herefords. A number of second- and third-generation cowboys still work there, but the family legacy is coming to an end. Visitation will be Wednesday, Feb. 19 from 4-6 p.m. at St. Andrews Episcopal Church. At the turn of the century, Burk bought the 140,000-acre 8 Ranch near Guthrie, Texas. Taking into account various assets, Windi's net worth is greater than $499,999; and makes between $20 - 29,999 a year. That program has continued under current manager Joe Leathers. Her mother eventually married Tandy Corporation founder Charles Tandy. (The daughter of art patron and philanthropist Anne Marion, the great-grandaughter of 6666. (Photo by Jim Jennings). Featured in "American Visionary: The Collection of Mrs. John L. Marion," at Sotheby's New York, Wednesday, May 12, 2021, the jaunty Pop art canvas went for $14 million. I often joke that I want to be just likeAnneMarionwhen I grow up., Good friend Rick Perry, Texas Governor, describedMarionas a person who embodies the Texas spirit. Relationships Interlocks Giving Data Just as her mother had, the heiress married four times, with the first three marriages ended in divorce. Between The Modern, the Kimbell, The Carter, moms house, and a few others, they go, Oh my gosh!. The animals are not short of space - the cattle roam around 135,000 acres of the ranch whilst the horse division operates around 10,000 acres of the property. In 2015 her fourth album, Art Angels, made . John says that his wife is very loving, supportive and understanding. She loves a good laugh. Miss Anne and Jim Hall had only one child, who was also named Anne and became known in the West Texas ranch country as Little Anne. Born Anne Burnett Hall, she was the great-granddaughter of Burk Burnett, which meant that after the death of her mother, Little Anne inherited the Four Sixes ranches through directives stated in Burks will. This 1960s photo by Frank Reeves could just as easily have been taken today as 6666 cowboys continue traditional methods of branding cattle at the fire, eating at the chuck wagon and sleeping near the wagon during branding season. 'This historic property was established 150 years ago and only about once in a lifetime does a ranch of this scale and significance come on the market,' Middleton said. By the time Burk died, Tom had already established himself as a respected rancher and cowman. After signing with the record label 4AD,. She has the best cattle in the country and raises top-notch horses. Rachael Bunyan For Mailonline My grandmother was the founder of The Modern. Secondly, and more importantly, she does it in a quiet unassuming way. She is also survived by her daughter Windi Grimes, the great-great-granddaughter of old Burk Burnett who founded the ranch in 1870. In December last year herlegendary6666 ranch went on the market for $192.2 million. She has done remarkable things. by Susan L. Ebert August 14, 2017 Life changes a lot when you move from the city to the country at the tender age of six. Marionrecalls a happy childhood, being raised by her mother and stepfather in Fort Worth, spending her summers at the 6666 Ranch in Guthrie with her nanny, and later with the ranch foreman and his wife. These three horses were the most important horses in the Quarter Horse racing industry at the time. Burk drove 1,100 steers bearing his 6666 brand to Wichita, Kan., in 1873, but a major depression hit both this country and Europe by the time he got to Kansas. Box 65, Fort Worth, TX 76101. We had lunch, and that was all-just business for a long time. Those with an L brand on their left shoulder are horses whose ancestors came from the Four Sixes. Anne Marion was a great and generous supporter of our museum, Price says. Gibson initiated a crossbreeding program using Brangus bulls on the Hereford cows to produce what is known as the black baldy. WG: She would finish her business for the day and pick up her books and study. The area was known as the Big Pasture, and it was open prairie land with good grass. She also inherited her parents and her grandfathers love of horses. Five years later, in 1922, Burnett Sr. would die too, aged 73. Burk was 10 years old when the Burnett family settled alongside Denton Creek in Denton County, Texas. Marionwas educated at Miss Porters School in Farmington, Connecticut, at Briarcliff Junior College in Briarcliff Manor, New York. The smashing 16,700 square foot stone-clad facility was designed by classical architect Bill Curtis of Curtis & Windham Architects with interiors by entrepreneur Windi Grimes, who also happens to . She served as the president of Burnett Ranches and the chairman of the Burnett Oil Company. She is fun to be with, and we have laughed a lot over the years. By then he had made one trip up the Chisholm Trail from Texas to Abilene, Kan., with a herd of Longhorns belonging to rancher Wiley Robbins. Trusted by millions of genealogists since 2003. . She really honed her eye. The ranch, in Guthrie, Texas, was owned by Anne Marion, 81, for 40 years after she inherited it from her great-grandfather. He also is proud of the Montana ranch, the Four Sixes, which he and his wife bought and rehabilitated. Burk started using the L brand on his horses in honor of his father-in-law, M.B. National Golden Spur & RHA Working Cowboy Awards. Annehas been involved in almost every aspect of the cultural development and business planning for the future of Fort Worth. Anne expected excellence in her crew, says general manager Joe Leathers. 12:23 GMT 17 Dec 2020 Former first lady Laura Bush, right, views a bronze titled,'Passing Times' by Veryl Goodnight, as Anne Marion, rear left, looks on, Thursday Feb. 20, 2003, at the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame in Fort Worth, Texas, The legendary '6666' Texas ranch is on the market for $192.2 million after the death of its owner oil heiress Anne Marion, The estate, with over 142,000 acres, has been owned by Marion's family for 152 years. ANNE MARION OBITUARY. Mike is related to David M Grimes and Julie Autry Phillips as well as 2 additional people. Two-time world champion 'Dash for Cash' was reared at the property. 40,' and Clyfford Still's 'PH-125 (1948-No. She takes me to Billy Bobs, and Im learning fairly well. Plan Your Visit Get in Touch Become a Member Donate Media. Inside Two Buzzy New Openings in Frisco and the Shuttering of a Henderson Avenue Staple. I think thats why I.M. Marionis chairman of the board of The Georgia OKeefe Museum of Santa Fe, N.M., and past chairman of the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth. In a 2019 Western Horseman article, Anne Marion said that the time she spent on the ranch as a child and young girl was one of the most important and life-forming periods of her life. She was so impressed with what she had seen that she kissed Mr. Ando when we arrived at his office in Osaka, much to his great surprise.. There is also a round pen, dog kennel, two laborer houses and about 20 employee houses. Windi maintains relationships with many people -- family, friends, associates, & neighbors -- including Julie Phillips and David Grimes. WG: There was a big entry hall that was made for entertaining, and then there was a very wide hall that went back to the residence, and the art was in those two spaces. Pei agreed to do it. Aw, give her some candy, rancher George Beggs said. I am proud to call her my friend., Realtor Martha Williams, who shared the Great Woman of Texas award with partner Joan Trew last year, said Fort Worth is very fortunate to haveMarionas a citizen. Marion and her fourth husband, John Marion, a former Sothebys chairman and auctioneer, established the museum in 1997. Charley Hart, a veteran Burnett cowboy, was foreman of Triangle Ranch when this photo was taken in 1939. Annealways told me that growing up on the ranches has grounded her and helped her identify with people. The Waggoners, Herrings and a few other early Texas ranchers also ran cattle in Indian Territory. Established in 1870 by Samuel Burk Burnett, today the 6666 Ranches include three divisions with over 266,255. She grew up in Fort Worth and in Guthrie, in northern Texas, where the Four Sixes ranch is headquartered. Its everything from beautiful, amazing Taos founders to current Cowboy Arts Association artists. Queried via email about the Marion collection, Sothebys senior international specialist Michael Macaulay replied: The quality of every work is exceptional, and that is incredibly rare, even among the most famous collections that have appeared at auction. Miss Anne was active in the cattle and horse operations of both ranches. For her lifetime of achievements and successes, the. 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JIM JENNINGS is a longtime RHA members and is the retired executive director of publications for the American Quarter Horse Association. Earlier this week, the first of eight sales encompassing 200-some works from the Anne Marion collection went on the block, positioned in a plum evening spot in Sothebys spring calendar. According to the ranchs website, Burk loved paint horses, but all the paint horses were sold in 1923 after Burks death. Luke Kenton For Dailymail.com 'It kept my feet on the ground more than anything else.'. Relationships Interlocks Giving Data Compared with other collections, it also stands apart because it spans archetypes of the two defining movements of post-war American art history, namely Abstract Expressionism and Pop Art.. In fact, on our first date, we ended up double dating in 1987, with Windi at a restaurant in New York. And, like the extraordinary Dominique, Marion went on to found a museum. The couple hadthree children together, two of whom died young. She was one of my biggest inspirations. The 'four sixes' were the brand name worn by the 100 cattle that Burnett bought from a Mr Frank Crowley in 1868 - although there has long been an apocryphal tale that Burnett chose the name in honor of a winning poker hand, which the family has long denied. It was the age before the Internet. Now it isAnne, with her daughter, Windi, and granddaughter, Hallie, standing in the wings. At the time of his death his wealth was estimated to be $6million, which is roughly the equivalent of nearly $100million today. She also attended the University of Texas at Austin and the University of Geneva in Switzerland, where she studied art history. He instructed his manager, Lige Reed, to breed him to the biggest, roughest mares on the ranch because he wanted horses with a lot of size, strength, bone and power. He is highly regarded in the art world, and a perfect complement to his wifes personality and lifestyle. 801 Cherry St #9, Fort Worth, TX 76102, lived here in 2004 $1,690: H. 2382 Bering Dr, Houston, TX 77057, lived here in 2004 $1,380: I. When my dad was ill, she constantly asked how he was doing and how I was doing. WG: All over the place. George started building a herd by purchasing 20 good broodmares and putting them on a stud that Tom Burnett sent over from the Triangles. To improve the meat quality of his cattle, Burk later changed to Herefords, which, like the Durhams, are a beef breed that had been imported from England almost a hundred years earlier. In addition, the property features a 3,600 square foot enclosed airplane hanger as a private landing strip. His friendship with Roosevelt - who once went wolf-hunting with Burnett and a group of cowboys - also helped Burnett to secure a two-year exemption when part of his 300,000-acre territory was turned over back to Native Americans. Burnett befriended President Theodore Roosevelt and turned the 6666 into 'one of the largest cattle empires in Texas history' - even having a local town renamed Burkburnett at Roosevelt's suggestion in 1910. Doing the right thing includes being the first in the ranching industry to provide medical insurance and retirement plans for staff. This list comprised of around 2200 billionaires and in total, their net worth is around $9.1 trillion. When asked about her heroes,AnneMarionnamed only one, her great grandfather, Captain Samuel Burk Burnett. The listing marks the first time in the ranch's history that it has been put on the market. It is renowned for breeding horses and its owners the Burnett family made its fortune in cattle and oil after founding the ranch in 1870. Born Anne Burnett Hall, on Nov. 10, 1938, in Fort Worth, Marion represented the fourth generation of the renowned Burnett family. He was friends withPresident Theodore Roosevelt and turned the 6666 into 'one of the largest cattle empires in Texas history' - even having a local town renamed Burkburnett at Roosevelt's suggestion in 1910. They all love and respect her. She learned her stuff. Burk was not a native Texan. The slogan of the ranch is Horses with a history Brands with a background. The 6666 brand has a background that closely parallels the history of Americas westward expansion and the rise of cowboys in cow country. The former estate features 'the finest ranch house in West Texas' which was built in 1917 - the stately home which still stands tall on the property. She died of lung cancer in February this year. She answers PaperCitys questions now: I know your mother collected over a lifetime. There are two bunk houses,several horse sheds and a shop building. Burk also had a home in Fort Worth, where his financial enterprises were located. Youre not confused about where youre going or what youre doing. She wanted good cattle. Over 140,000 acres of the ranch has been left untouched and various rivers run through the property. For a glimpse into the remarkable woman who collected them, we reached out to the Fort Worth museum directors who knew her best, the collectors daughter and Sothebys top brass. Samuel Burk Burnett, was the heiress to the historic Four Sixes Ranch in King County in West Texas. AnneMarionis a very responsible rancher, said Bob Watt Jr., president of the Southwestern Exposition and Livestock Show. Anne Marion devoted her life to numerous causes, notably modern and contemporary art and championing museums, in Texas and beyond. Absolutely not! the store clerk said, noting the childs mother had set the rule. Anneand John worked as a team from the beginning to start the Georgia OKeefe Museum in Santa Fe.