The artwork, titled “Watermelons and Oranges,” was created by Fernando Botero in 1970. This piece belongs to the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement and is categorized as a still life.
In the artwork, a large piece of ripe watermelon with a knife embedded in it is prominently displayed on a wooden table. The table is adorned with vibrant yellow cloths, and various fruits, including whole and peeled oranges, a partially cut orange, and a pair of green grapes. A knife and fork are placed among the fruits, suggesting a moment paused in an act of peeling or cutting the fruit. An ornate signature can be observed on the lower left side of the yellow cloth. The composition is purposefully arranged, characterized by Botero’s distinct style of exaggeration and rounded forms, emphasizing a sense of abundance and richness.
