The Dreamlike Dimensions of Brennand Art

The lasting artistic legacy of Francisco and Ricardo, which transcends boundaries

castle brennand, institute brennand, the thinker, auguste rodin, david, michelangelos, most beautiful museum, recife, brazil, armament collection, ricardo brennand — ‘The Thinker’ by Auguste Rodin can be admired at the Ricardo Brennand Institute in Recife, Brazil - [© caption/PR | oxente.ch]

The cousins Francisco and Ricardo Brennand created an important artistic legacy that achieved international fame. Francisco emerged as an artist, while Ricardo took on the role of collector. Both were born in 1927 and are characterised by both genius and eccentricity.

Francisco Brennand is considered one of the most important Brazilian sculptors, painters, designers and ceramicists. During his studies in France, he was influenced by Picasso, Miró and Gaudí.

His cousin Ricardo houses a gothic castle that has twice won the award for the best museum in Brazil and South America. Nevertheless, it is still unknown to many Brazilians. In addition to the largest collection of weapons in the world, you will find an original copy of Michelangelo's ‘David’ (of which there are only five copies worldwide) and ‘The Thinker’ by Auguste Rodin in the impressive castle park.