Mostra Espanha 2026: Featured Works

Every two years, the opening of Mostra Espanha is marked by a 'Featured Work' which, in 2026, takes the plural form with Maruja Mallo. There are two pieces in tune with the motto of this edition, 'Spain in motion: diversity and sustainable futures', and with three of its thematic axes: art, culture, oceans and sustainability; art, ecology and climate change; and art, culture, borders and ruralities. Basuras (1930) and Naturaleza viva (1943) represent two visions of the work of the avant-garde artist and take us on a journey from the grey suburbs of pre-war Madrid to the fullness of colour of the Chilean beaches of Valparaíso, during her American exile.