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TOP 6: FERNANDO BOTERO
He was born April 19, 1932, is a Colombian figurative artist. His works feature a
figurative style, called by some "Boterismo", which gives them an
unmistakable identity. Botero depicts women, men, daily life, historical events
and characters, milestones of art, still-life, animals and the natural world in
general, with exaggerated and disproportionate volumetry, accompanied by fine
details of scathing criticism, irony, humor, and ingenuity.
Self-titled "the most Colombian of Colombian
artists" early on, he came to national prominence when he won the first
prize at the Salón de Artistas Colombianos in 1958. Working most of the year in
Paris, in the last three decades he has achieved international recognition for
his paintings, drawings and sculpture, with exhibitions across the world. His
art is collected by major museums, corporations and private collectors.
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