“Man Reclining” is an artwork created by Fernando Botero in 1978. Rendered in oil on canvas, this painting is part of the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement and falls within the portrait genre. It is currently housed in a private collection.
The artwork depicts a rotund man comfortably reclining on a lush green landscape. He is dressed in a black suit, white shirt, brown tie, and a bowler hat. The man gazes thoughtfully into the distance, resting his head on his left hand while holding an orange in his right. The background features tall trees and scattered oranges, enhancing the tranquil scene. Botero’s signature style of exaggerated proportions and round forms is prominently displayed, creating a whimsical yet contemplative atmosphere in the artwork.