Miami Philanthropists Donate Joan Mitchell's 'Iva' to Tate Modern

The Tate Modern in London unveiled a significant donation of Joan Mitchell's triptych 'Iva', a 1973 masterpiece gifted by Miami philanthropists Jorge and Darlene Pérez, aimed at expanding the museum's collection of Latin American and African art. This six-meter-long painting will be displayed alongside Mark Rothko's murals, highlighting the emerging recognition of female artists like Mitchell, who was often underappreciated during her lifetime. The donation includes a multimillion-dollar endowment to support curatorial initiatives for these art forms, reflecting the Pérez family's commitment to enhancing public access to art. Tate director Maria Balshaw emphasized the transformative nature of this gift, noting it would enrich the national collection and ensure such artworks remain accessible to all. This unveiling coincides with the centenary of Mitchell's birth, marking a pivotal moment in acknowledging her contributions to the Abstract Expressionist movement. The Pérez family's generosity underscores a broader call for increased philanthropic support in the UK art sector.