Botero's first South China show opens — Here's what to expect!

BY :Guangdong Museum of Art

UPDATED :2025-07-04

Fernando Botero's first exhibition in South China kicks off at Guangdong Museum of Art on July 4.

Over 80 classic works showcases a rich range of media including oil painting, sculpture and paper, presenting the exotic life and spiritual landscape of Latin America focus on the Unique "Boterismo".

Fernando Botero (1932–2023)

Fernando Botero (1932–2023), born in Medellín, Colombia, was one of the most internationally influential Latin American artists of the 20th century. Working across painting, sculpture, watercolor, and drawing, he developed a highly distinctive visual language. Characterized by voluminous forms and dynamic compositions, his signature "Boterismo" style constructs a world imbued with both humor and a sense of order.

Beginning his artistic journey in the 1940s, Botero's career spanned over seven decades. He lived in Mexico, the United States, and Italy, drawing from diverse cultural contexts. Deeply influenced by Italian Renaissance art, his works blend classical composition with a modern spirit, reflecting both timeless harmony and Latin American social realities.

Through this exhibition, Guangdong Museum of Art invites viewers not only to experience the formal beauty of Botero's art but also to connect with the warmth, depth, and universal resonance embedded in his uniquely Latin American vision.

Exhibition information:

Date: July 4 - November 23, 2025

Venue: Hall 1-3, 1st floor, Guangdong Museum of Art (Baie'tan branch)

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