The Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía in Madrid has enriched its collection with 470 new artworks, focusing on gender balance and racial diversity. More than half of these acquisitions are by women and young, under-represented artists. This initiative, driven by the museum's director Manuel Segade, aims to align with Spain's 2007 gender equality law while preparing for a new permanent display set for March 2026. The museum's collection is evolving, aiming for a substantial increase in female representation from under 20% to 40% in the coming decade.
The Reina Sofía Museum has taken significant strides towards gender balance and racial diversity, acquiring 470 new works, more than half by women and under-represented artists.
Director Manuel Segade emphasizes the need for new narratives in art history, signaling a commitment to inclusivity by showcasing younger artists and less common figures.
The museum aims for its acquisitions to align with Spain's 2007 gender equality law, committing to increase the representation of women in culture.
With 56% of new works by women, the museum aspires to raise this percentage from 20% to 40% in its collection within the next decade.
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