Discover the Telluric and Primitive Art Exhibition in Málaga

This exhibition examines a recurring, idiosyncratic substratum in modern Spanish art, focusing on two concepts: the 'telluric', which explores themes of earth and landscape, and the 'primitive', which looks to primordial signs and origins. Spanning the 1920s through the late 20th century, the show features over sixty works by diverse artists who sought to redefine Spanish artistic identity.

This exhibition explores how the 'telluric' and the 'primitive' served as core pillars of renewal in Spanish modern art, beginning in the 1920s and continuing through the later 20th century. By moving beyond traditional academic boundaries, these artists—ranging from the Vallecas School to those associated with Art Informel—turned to the physical earth and ancient, primordial forms to build a fresh avant-garde identity. The exhibition highlights how these themes intertwined, resulting in an eclectic mix of paintings, sculptures, drawings, and photographs that emphasize matter, gesture, and organic signs. The collection of over sixty works is organized into two primary leitmotifs, though their influences are inseparable. The 'telluric' section focuses on landscape, nature, and raw matter, while the 'primitive' section examines how artists drew inspiration from prehistoric sites, indigenous cultures, and the subconscious to rethink artistic expression. Together, these works reveal an evolving narrative of Spanish creativity that remained deeply connected to the Earth’s interior and the history of human expression, showcasing a powerful, earthy aesthetic that remains influential today.

The exhibition is located in the temporary exhibition room on the third floor of the Museo Carmen Thyssen Málaga. Visitors are encouraged to check the official museum website for updated ticketing information and admission details.