Peter Palumbo

Businessman and art collector

Peter Palumbo - Businessman and art collector
Born

July 20th, 1935
89 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United Kingdom

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An English businessman and art collector, played a significant role in the development of the arts scene in the UK. Held a peerage as Baron Palumbo and was actively involved in various art institutions. Contributed to the establishment of galleries and supported numerous artists during his career. His collection included a range of contemporary artworks, and he served on the boards of several cultural organizations, advocating for the importance of the arts in society.

Held a peerage as Baron Palumbo

Supported numerous artists

Contributed to art institutions in the UK

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