The galleries of the National Museum of Fine Arts in Buenos Aires are currently showcasing the creativity of Clorindo Testa. Curated by María José Herrera and Mariana Marchesi, the new exhibition “Esta es mi casa” (This Is My House) offers a closer look at the architect-artist: What did he think about before going to bed? What did he see from his window? What was his house like?
Through a series of paintings, drawings, models and photographs, Clorindo's personality draws us into his world of colors and textures. Testa captures his reflections, critiques, and utopias on paper and clay, spanning from autobiographical moments, like the discovery of the glyptodont, to universal themes such as the history of Latin America.
His buildings are studied in architecture schools across the country. Some know the section of the Bank of London by heart, or the facade of the National Library. But how much do we know about his paintings? Testa believed that, generally speaking, there was a gap between art and architecture. "Apuntalamiento para un museo" (Shoring for a Museum) is a critique of this issue, and a way to unite both disciplines.
The exhibition is a great opportunity for anyone wishing to explore his artistic world. It is held in galleries 39 and 40 on the museum's first floor and is open until February 17, Tuesday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
This article was written by Mariana Etulain. The translation is powered by AI.
