Museum of Latin American Art of Buenos Aires

Museum of Latin American Art of Buenos Aires

Spanish  Museo de Arte Latinoamericano de Buenos Aires  (MALBA) 

      museum in Buenos Aires dedicated to Latin American art from the early 20th century through the present day.

      The Museum of Latin American Art of Buenos Aires was established as a progressive institution and cultural centre that would promote the artistic and cultural achievements of contemporary Latin Americans. Its angular, avant-garde structure was designed by three young Argentine architects—Gastón Atelman, Martín Fourcade, and Alfredo Tapia—and was opened in 2001. MALBA houses a large collection of 20th-century Latin American art, much of which was donated by the museum's founder, the Argentine businessman Eduardo F. Costantini. The Costantini collection features masterpieces by Latin America's most celebrated artists. Highlights include works by Diego Rivera (Rivera, Diego), Tarsila do Amaral, Wifredo Lam, and Frida Kahlo (Kahlo, Frida). Other significant artists represented include Antonio Berni, Lilliana Porter, Xul Solar, and Jorge de la Vega.

      In addition to the permanent display, MALBA holds many temporary exhibitions of 20th-century and later works from domestic and international artists. The museum also contains a film library and provides monthly cinema programming, which includes films of all eras. The museum sponsors literary events, including readings and discussions with major literary figures. The museum also houses an important exhibit of Argentine and Latin American design.

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