MALBA

Welcome to the Museo de Arte Latinoamericano de Buenos Aires, universally known as MALBA. As we stand before this striking limestone and glass edifice, we are engaging with more than just a gallery; we are entering the premier…

Standing here in the central atrium, one must appreciate the sheer audacity of the building's design. Completed in 2001, the structure was the result of an international competition, won by the architectural firm Atelman Fourcade…

We now focus our attention on one of the most significant figures in Argentine art, Antonio Berni. His masterpiece, 'Manifestacion' or 'Manifestation,' is a cornerstone of the MALBA collection. …

Continuing our journey on the second level, we encounter one of the most iconic works in the museum: Frida Kahlo’s 'Self-Portrait with Monkey and Parrot,' painted in 1942. For many visitors, this is a pilgrimage site within the…

As we move further into the galleries of the second floor, we encounter the surrealist and non-objective movements that swept through Latin America in the mid-twentieth century. Artists like Tarsila do Amaral from Brazil and Xul…

Ascending to the third and final level, we enter the realm of contemporary Latin American art. This floor is often dedicated to temporary exhibitions that engage with current social, political, and aesthetic issues. …

No visit to MALBA is complete without a stop at its renowned museum store and the adjacent terrace. The store is widely considered one of the best in the city, offering a curated selection of design objects, books on Latin…

Our journey through the Latin American Art Museum of Buenos Aires has come to a close. We have traversed a century of creative evolution, witnessing how artists from Mexico to Argentina have grappled with the twin forces of…