FAQ About Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney
How did Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney support American artists?
Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney supported American artists through direct patronage, purchasing their works, and offering stipends. She provided artists with studio space at her studio club, which she established in Greenwich Village. Moreover, her establishment of the Whitney Museum of American Art marked a significant institutional support for American artists, offering them a dedicated venue for exhibition and recognition.
