Date of Award
2025
Document Type
Thesis - Open Access
Degree Name
Master of Arts (MA)
Department
Art Business
First Advisor
Matthew Nichols
Second Advisor
Agnes Berecz
Abstract
This thesis examines the interplay between political transformation and cultural development in Spain during the transition from dictatorship to democracy with a focus on the influential contribution of Carmen Giménez, a pivotal figure in modern and contemporary art. Spain’s recent history, marked by the profound fracture of the Franco regime, serves as the background for this exploration. The study highlights how Giménez’s curatorial vision and dedication to modernism have shaped the country’s cultural landscape in the post-Franco era. Born into a family deeply affected by the sociopolitical turbulence of 20th-century Spain, Giménez’s career reflects a nuanced understanding of the complexities of Spanish history and its influence on artistic expression. Through a detailed analysis of Carmen Giménez’s early life, career, and her role in curating and preserving the works of significant 20th- and 21stcentury artists, this thesis underscores her role in redefining Spain’s cultural identity
Recommended Citation
Trafford, Ines, "Curating Modernity: Carmen Giménez and the Shaping of Post-Franco Spain" (2025). MA Theses. 224.
https://digitalcommons.sia.edu/stu_theses/224
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