Priest Extends (1977) by Fernando Botero

Priest Extends - Fernando Botero - 1977

Artwork Information

TitlePriest Extends
ArtistFernando Botero
Date1977
Art MovementNaïve Art (Primitivism)

About Priest Extends

The artwork, titled “Priest Extends,” was created by the artist Fernando Botero in 1977. It belongs to the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement and is classified specifically as a portrait.

The artwork portrays a rotund priest lying on a lush green lawn. The priest, dressed in traditional black clerical attire, is depicted in a relaxed, almost leisurely pose with his head resting on one hand. The background features a simple and serene setting, reinforcing the calm and composed demeanor of the subject. Botero’s signature style of exaggerated, voluminous forms is evident in the priest’s plump figure, contributing to the whimsical and naive aesthetic characteristic of his work. The overall composition and palette create a tranquil yet subtly playful scene.

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