contemporary section
[kən-ˈtem-pə-rer-ē ˈsek-shən]
nounpl: contemporary sections
seção contemporânea
1. A designated area or division of a museum, gallery, library, or institution dedicated to works, exhibits, or materials from the present time or recent past
The contemporary section of the art museum features works by artists from the last decade.
A seção contemporânea do museu de arte exibe obras de artistas da última década.
2. A part of a publication, catalog, or collection that organizes current or modern content separately from historical material
The bookstore's contemporary section includes the latest releases and trending titles.
A seção contemporânea da livraria inclui os lançamentos mais recentes e títulos em tendência.
3. In academic or curatorial contexts, a division that focuses on modern artistic movements, cultural trends, or recent historical developments
The gallery director reorganized the contemporary section to better reflect current aesthetic movements.
A diretora da galeria reorganizou a seção contemporânea para refletir melhor os movimentos estéticos atuais.
The term 'contemporary section' is widely used in Brazilian cultural institutions to distinguish modern and recent works from historical collections. In museums like MASP (Museu de Arte de São Paulo) and Museu de Arte do Rio, contemporary sections are often featured prominently to showcase Brazilian and international contemporary artists. In the United States, contemporary sections in museums and galleries are essential marketing tools for engaging younger audiences and reflecting current cultural conversations.
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