The artwork titled “Cat on a Roof” by Fernando Botero is a representation of the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement and falls under the genre of animal painting.
In the artwork, a noticeably plump and expressive cat stands dominantly on a roof amidst a backdrop of similarly styled rooftops that dissociate into the distance. The cat’s body is rounded and exaggerated, which is characteristic of Botero’s unique style. The rooftops are depicted with a warm terracotta hue, contributing to an overall sense of warmth and harmony. In the background, a plume of smoke rises from a chimney, adding a subtle sense of motion and life to the otherwise tranquil scene. The composition emphasizes both the mass and solidity of the cat and the repetitive, geometric pattern of the rooftops, showcasing Botero’s talent for combining humor with formality in his works.