The artwork titled “Prioress,” created in 1966 by Fernando Botero, belongs to the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement and is categorized as a portrait.
The artwork depicts a prioress, characterized by Botero’s distinctive style of exaggerated volume and rounded forms. The prioress is adorned in traditional religious attire, with a white head covering that contrasts with her dark clothing. Her face, rendered in Botero’s signature manner, features soft, smooth lines and an expression that exudes a sense of contemplation and serenity. The background is a plain, dark backdrop, ensuring that the focus remains squarely on the subject. The prioress’ hands are delicately positioned, one resting against her face. The overall composition of the artwork is simplistic yet profound, embodying the essence of the Naïve Art movement through its straightforward yet evocative depiction.