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The modern art lover's calendar-twelve of the most beloved paintings that millions of tourists come to see every year at The Museum of Modern Art, New York. These powerful works by the masters of the past two centuries continue to engage and inspire us. Included are gorgeous reproductions of modern art by such artists as Vincent van Gogh, Pablo Picasso, Roy Lichtenstein, Edward Hopper, and Mark Rothko. Since it was founded in 1929, The Museum of Modern Art has been devoted entirely to the modern art movement, and the quality and diversity of the museum's collection offer an unparalleled survey of modern and contemporary art. National attention remains focused on The Museum of Modern Art as its newly designed and expanded landmark building in midtown Manhattan has become one of the new architectural and cultural treasures of New York City.