New York’s Guggenheim Museum has revealed the 39 works that it acquired last year, among them paintings by some of today’s most celebrated artists.
There were some historical works added to the collection last year, including pieces by Freddy Rodríguez and Fanny Sanín, who were born in the Dominican Republic and Colombia, respectively. Both were included in the 2024 Venice Biennale, and both relocated to the US.
But many of the works acquired are by emerging and mid-career artists whose international prominence is still growing. These artists include figures ranging from Rachel Rossin to Elle Pérez, from Claudia Alarcón to Yu Nishimura.
In a statement, Guggenheim senior curator Naomi Beckwith said, “The Guggenheim’s slate of artworks acquired in 2025 is a testament to the ways in which the institution thoughtfully looks back at its roots and its commitment to experimental forms and transnational approaches, while remaining forward-thinking about broadening the narrative possibilities of our art holdings.”
Below, a look at five of the works acquired by the Guggenheim last year.
