recent acquisitions

Early Rembrandt Drawing Shows the Artist’s Interest in Humanity

The artwork is one of 39 Dutch drawings to join Getty's collection.

Val Tate | October 15, 2020

Getty Research Institute has partnered with the USC School of Architecture to acquire the renowned architect’s archive

Amy Hood | June 30, 2020

A new Getty photograph acquisition reveals early digital art by Tadao Takano.

The archive covers every major period of the career of one of the most seminal dance and performance artists of our time.

Amy Hood | February 27, 2020

A Renaissance rediscovery joins the collections.

Amy Hood | October 3, 2019

Aguilar’s work adds a unique voice to the Getty’s photographs collection, which spans the origins of photography to today.

Tristan Bravinder | September 26, 2019

Inside the archive of Sidney Felsen, founder of LA print studio Gemini G.E.L.

Amy Hood | September 9, 2019

This ornate bust depicts a prosperous resident of the ancient Syrian city.

A charming watercolor provides insight into the French artist’s private world

Emily Beeny | March 26, 2019

A close look at six newly donated pages from a Renaissance choir book.

Bryan C. Keene | February 8, 2018

New acquisition provides insights into an artist’s distinctive practice.

Sarah Zabrodski | March 13, 2017

The Museum director selects three highlights of the year ahead.

Timothy Potts | February 16, 2017