The artwork, titled “The Palace (1),” was created by Fernando Botero in 1975. It belongs to the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement and represents a portrait genre.
This piece features a voluminous woman standing in a richly detailed interior, characteristic of Botero’s signature style which exaggerates proportions. She is dressed in an opulent outfit consisting of a red shawl, a polka-dotted blouse, and a green skirt. Over her shoulder is a fur accessory, and she is adorned with jewelry, including a double-strand pearl necklace. Her facial expression remains neutral and composed. The setting appears to be inside a grand palace or an elaborate domicile, with an arched doorway framing her figure and highlighting her significance in the composition. At her feet, a small dog sits, further emphasizing the opulence and possibly serving as a symbol of status. The meticulous rendering of the background elements, like the ornate furniture and architectural details, add to the overall grandeur and stylized nature of the portrait. The warm palette of golds, reds, and greens radiates a sense of luxury and refinement.
