Belkis Ayón: First Argentine Exhibition at MALBA
The Museo de Arte Latinoamericano de Buenos Aires (MALBA) will host "Belkis Ayón: Myth and Disobedience," marking Argentina's first major showcase of the Cuban printmaker's work. Set to run from July 17 to October 12, 2026, the exhibition will display seven pieces from the Malba Costantini Collection. Ayón's art employs collography to delve into Abakuá cultural narratives, reframing the character of Sikán as a figure of defiance and marginalization. Under the guidance of curators María Amalia García, Alejandra Aguado, and Nancy Rojas, this exhibit aims to foster dialogue on themes related to diaspora, spirituality, and feminism.
Key facts
- First institutional exhibition in Argentina dedicated to Belkis Ayón
- Exhibition titled 'Belkis Ayón: Myth and Disobedience'
- Held at Museo de Arte Latinoamericano de Buenos Aires (MALBA)
- On view from 17 July until 12 October 2026
- Includes seven works from the Malba Costantini Collection
- Ayón used collography technique
- Her work explores Abakuá mythology and the figure of Sikán
- Curated by María Amalia García, Alejandra Aguado, and Nancy Rojas
Entities
Artists
- Belkis Ayón
Institutions
- Museo de Arte Latinoamericano de Buenos Aires (MALBA)
- Malba Costantini Collection
Locations
- Buenos Aires
- Argentina