Visual Art

Fernando Botero’s Political Masterworks

The late artist wasn’t thought of as highly political. But many of his best paintings satirize the powerful and sympathize with history’s victims.

By Daniel Rey |

January 23, 2024

"Pablo Escobar Dead" (2006). Botero’s work became more political as violence in Colombia afflicted cities like his native Medellín. Photo: Alamy

Fernando Botero’s Political Masterworks

The late artist wasn’t thought of as highly political. But many of his best paintings satirize the powerful and sympathize with history’s victims.

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