Philanthropist Bob Rennie has made a significant donation of 61 artworks valued at C$22.8 million to the National Gallery of Canada, surpassing his previous contribution of C$13 million in 2017. This latest act brings his family's total donations to over C$35 million and includes over 260 works since 2012. The carefully chosen pieces, notably featuring artists like Yinka Shonibare and Mona Hatoum, resonate strongly within the context of current geopolitical issues, particularly reflecting on immigration and humanitarian crises.
Bob Rennie's latest donation of 61 works, valued at C$22.8m, enhances his total contributions to the NGC to over C$35m since 2012.
The donation planning spanned 18 months, highlighting its importance amid US-Canada geopolitical tensions, represented by powerful works like Yinka Shonibare's 'The American Library'.
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