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David Brillembourg

1942 – 1993

Venezuelan tycoon

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About David Brillembourg

Lived 1942 – 1993 (aged 50). David Brillembourg was a Venezuelan businessperson, art collector, banker, member of congress and politician.

Art Together with his wife, Tanya Capriles de Brillembourg, he is considered, even today, one of the greatest art collectors in Latin America. He owns pieces such as “Woman with Bird” by Wifredo Lam (1955), “Abstract Composition” by Roberto Matta (1949), “Figura Bajo un-Uvero” by Armando Reveron (1920), “El Nuncio” by Fernando Botero (1962) and “Still Life with Lemons” by Diego Rivera (1916).

The series of more than 100 works, which has been exhibited in various museums such as the Museum of Fine Arts (MFAH) in Houston in 2013, shows the contribution to surrealism, cubism and constructionism of Latin American artists who lived in Europe in the 20th century.

Horse riding

He was the breeder and owner of the David's Farm (United States) and Haras Tamarú (Venezuela) crews. From David's Farm came horses such as Alydavid (Winner of the 1991 Churchill Downs Derby Trial), Niccolo Polo, Orne and D.C. Tenacius. From Haras Tamarú there are classics of Venezuelan horse riding such as Backyard, Modena, Background, Volcana, Marfe, Great Neige and Boche Clavao.

In 1987, he was ranked second in the general statistics of the INH as the best breeder in the country.

In 1998, his specimen Telefónico was chosen as the stallion leader by his breeder peers.

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Education
Central University of Venezuela, Syracuse University, Universidad Central de Venezuela
Positions held
Member of the Chamber of Deputies of Venezuela
Also known as
Jorge David Brillembourg

Family & relationships

Spouse
Adelaida Tanya Capriles López

People in David Brillembourg's life

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Contemporaries

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Frequently asked questions

Who was David Brillembourg?

Venezuelan tycoon

When was David Brillembourg born?

David Brillembourg was born on 14 December 1942 in Maracaibo.

When did David Brillembourg die?

David Brillembourg died on 12 April 1993 in Houston.

What was David Brillembourg's occupation?

David Brillembourg was a businessperson, art collector, banker, member of congress and politician.

What nationality was David Brillembourg?

David Brillembourg was Venezuelan.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: David Brillembourg

· Wikidata: Q108585379

· DBpedia: David Brillembourg

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