WASHINGTON — The National Gallery of Art is expanding its collection with nearly 190 newly acquired works, bringing together paintings, sculptures and photographs representing five centuries of artistic history.

The latest acquisitions include works connected to artists such as Wifredo Lam, Marie Bracquemond, T.C. Cannon and Christina Quarles, adding further depth to one of America's leading national art collections.

The additions reflect the continuing effort by major U.S. museums to broaden their collections across different periods, artistic movements and cultural backgrounds.

The National Gallery's collection already spans European and American art across centuries, while its exhibitions continue to explore changing interpretations of art history and American cultural experience.

The new acquisitions are expected to strengthen the museum's future exhibition program while giving researchers and visitors access to a wider range of artists and artistic traditions.

The announcement arrives during a particularly active year for U.S. museums, as institutions across the country compete for major works and seek to bring historically underrepresented artists into their permanent collections.