# A collection of 160 works of art, including works from world-renowned Mexican painter Frida Kahlo, is set to be exported to Spain.

*business · news · 2026-04-06 · Euro Weekly News*

## Key points

- The Gelman Santander collection, including Frida Kahlo works, will be exported to Spain in 2026.
- The agreement with Santander bank lacks clarity on how long the artworks will remain in Spain.
- Faro Santander’s director stated the collection would have a 'permanent presence' at their cultural centre.
- Nearly 400 Mexican cultural professionals have signed an open letter demanding transparency about the deal.
- The collection was sold to the Mexican Zambrano family in 2023 before this export agreement.

**Companies:** Santander
**Countries:** Mexico, Spain

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