The artwork titled “Woman Sitting” by the artist Fernando Botero, created in 1976, falls under the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement and belongs to the genre of nude painting (nu).
The artwork depicts a voluptuous nude woman seated on a red cushioned chair. The subject’s fleshy form is rendered with characteristic exaggeration, a signature of Botero’s style. She has coiffed dark hair, and her facial expression appears contemplative, with her left hand held gracefully near her chin and her right hand resting on her thigh. Her nails and lips are painted a deep red, adding a contrast to her pale skin. The woman is situated against a backdrop featuring dark red drapery, which complements the seat and accentuates her form. An indication of another figure in the composition is suggested by the inclusion of a suit sleeve and hand entering from the right side, holding a small, indistinct object. This piece showcases Botero’s distinctive approach to form and volume, accentuating the curves and contours of the human body.
