Buenos Aires Colonial

Father Guillermo Furlong, S.J., states that “the inhabitants of Buenos Aires grew accustomed to seeing buildings disappear—buildings they failed to defend, even on the grounds of their historical significance, for at that time they did not yet know how to appreciate their artistic value. If, occasionally, an isolated individual raised their voice to demand recognition or justice for the architectural expressions dating from the era of Hispanic rule, they were simply misunderstood—a voice crying out in the wilderness.”

Yet some buildings—very few—have survived, and this book aims to draw attention to these structures, so that they may become known, cherished, and defended.