The artwork “Woman with Flowers” created by Fernando Botero in 1976 belongs to the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement and is a portrait. This piece exemplifies Botero’s distinctive style characterized by exaggerated, voluminous forms.
The artwork depicts a robust woman holding a bouquet of flowers, surrounded by more flowers in the background. She is dressed in a reddish-brown dress with white accents, and her hair is adorned with a black bow. The woman’s facial expression is serene and somewhat introspective, which contrasts with the abundance of the bright, sunflower-like flowers that dominate the background. The use of earthy and vivid colors enhances the overall warmth of the portrait, while the artist’s unique, playful approach to proportion brings a sense of whimsy and depth, hallmarking Botero’s celebrated naivety and primitivist style.
