Artist: Botero, Fernando 1932

Ballerina

Inventory Number: 2011-S7

Object Description: This captivating sculpture, titled "Ballerina," is the work of the renowned Colombian artist Fernando Botero. Known for his distinctive style of exaggerated, voluptuous forms, Botero brings a playful yet elegant interpretation to the figure of a ballerina. The sculpture is carved from pristine white marble, its smooth surface lending a sense of grace and refinement to the exaggerated proportions of the figure.

The ballerina is depicted in mid-pose, her arms delicately raised and one leg lifted in an airy pirouette. Botero’s signature approach is evident in the slightly exaggerated forms: the dancer's body is plump and rounded, with full hips, thighs, and arms, emphasizing the beauty and sensuality of the human form while defying traditional notions of idealized proportions. Her face is serene, capturing both the strength and poise required in ballet, while the curvaceous, soft lines of her body lend a sense of warmth and invitation.