Museo Magda-Frank

Escaping Nazi persecution led Magda Frank on a remarkable journey. This journey ultimately brought her to the Museo Magda-Frank in Buenos Aires. The Museo Magda-Frank stands as a testament to her life and artistic legacy. Born in Kolozsvár, Austria-Hungary, in 1914, Magda’s life was marked by displacement. She fled Hungary for Switzerland, later studying sculpture at the Académie Julian in Paris. A visit to her brother in Buenos Aires in 1950 became a turning point. She found a new home, teaching at the Artes Visuales de Buenos Aires and exhibiting at the Galería Pizarro. Magda’s work gained recognition. She participated in the Premio Palanza Buenos Aires and received the Benito Quinquela Martín award. Her sculptures found their place in prestigious collections. These include the Musée National d’Art Moderne and the National Museum of Fine Arts in Paris, as well as the National Museum of Fine Arts in Buenos Aires. In 1995, Magda established the Museo Magda-Frank in the Saavedra barrio. This museum, housed in her former home, showcases her powerful sculptures in stone, wood, and bronze. The Museo Magda-Frank preserves not only her art but also her enduring spirit. Magda Frank’s story is one of resilience, creativity, and the transformative power of art. Her legacy lives on within the walls of this unique museum.