noun
modern and contemporary art
Refers broadly to art from the modern period (roughly late 19th century onward) through contemporary works. Used in museum, academic, and exhibition contexts.
この美術館は近現代美術のコレクションで知られている。
This museum is known for its collection of modern and contemporary art.
Compound of 近現代 (きんげんだい, 'modern and contemporary') and 美術 (びじゅつ, 'art'). The term 近現代 is a blend of 近代 (きんだい, 'modern') and 現代 (げんだい, 'contemporary').