Which museum inaugurated in Buenos Aires in 2001 houses one of the finest permanent collections of Latin American modern art?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. MALBA (Museo de Arte Latinoamericano de Buenos Aires), founded by collector Eduardo Costantini
- Step 1: MALBA's iconic collection includes Frida Kahlo's 'Diego y yo' and Tarsila do Amaral's 'Abaporu'. Step 2. It features major works by Xul Solar, Berni, Pettoruti, Rivera, and Wifredo Lam. Answer: MALBA (Museo de Arte Latinoamericano de Buenos Aires), founded by collector Eduardo Costantini. Why not the others: Its modern building on Figueroa Alcorta Avenue is an architectural landmark of Palermo.
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