The Brooklyn Museum acquired greater than 300 artistic endeavors this yr for its assortment, with a specific deal with including works by Black and Asian-American artists, because the museum continues to increase its holdings.
The acquisitions span a number of mediums and time intervals, with a big deal with up to date artwork. Some highlights embody works by Liza Lou, KAWS, Whitfield Lovell, Ebony G. Patterson, Tyler Mitchell, Yto Barrada, Hisako Hibi, Jenna Gribbon, Rashid Johnson, and Valie Export. A number of of those new acquisitions are a part of the museum’s forthcoming American Artwork galleries, that are slated to open subsequent yr. Moreover, the museum acquired historic and up to date items by worldwide artists, like Esther Mahlangu and Gim Jeong-hui.
Brooklyn Museum director Anne Pasternak stated in a press release, “We’re grateful for the beneficiant assist of our benefactors, who assist us construct a group that sparks awe and marvel, bridges our humanity, and illuminates necessary historic tales. It’s a privilege to welcome these exceptional and significant contributions to our assortment and to share them with our guests.”
Under, ARTnews has compiled some examples from the gathering.
