This review analyzes some aspects of the first anthological exhibition of Alicia Penalba in Argentina: Alicia Penalba. Escultora, at MALBA. In the first place, we reflect on the cut operated on the trajectory of the artist. Next, the representation of Penalba as a tragic artist is evaluated based on certain concepts coming from the feminist theories of art. Finally, the paths of inquiry opened by the exhibition are briefly evaluated.