Botero, Fernando | Hunter, 1980 — available on Composition Gallery

View in a Room

// Hunter by Fernando Botero is a pencil drawing from 1980, embodying the artist's unique style of exaggerated, voluminous figures. The sketch depicts a rotund hunter, dressed in classic hunting attire, complete with a hat, ammunition belt, and rifle slung over his shoulder. Standing amidst tall grasses, the figure's facial expression and body language convey a sense of calm confidence. Botero's characteristic approach to form, with his emphasis on rounded and inflated shapes, adds a humorous and satirical element to the portrayal, possibly commenting on themes of masculinity and authority. The simplicity of pencil on paper highlights the elegance of Botero’s line work and his ability to evoke personality through minimal detail.

Fernando Botero (Colombia, 1932–2023) was a renowned artist known for his distinctive 'Boterismo' style, characterized by exaggerated, voluminous forms. His paintings and sculptures often depicted whimsical yet critical scenes of everyday life, politics, and religion, blending humor with social commentary. Botero’s works are celebrated for their unique blend of color, form, and satire.

Fernando Botero

Hunter, 1980

Name: Hunter, 1980
SKU: 6740

Form

Drawing / Watercolor

Drawing / WatercolorDrawing and watercolor are two traditional art techniques which stand alone as media, but are often used in conjunction with each other. Drawing can create the basic outlines for watercolor painting. Drawing over dried watercolor or using watercolor pencils are combined media techniques.

Medium

Pencil

PencilA pencil is a writing and drawing tool with a core of solid pigment, typically graphite or colored, encased in a protective layer of wood or composite material. Pencils make marks on paper by transferring part of the core pigment onto the surface.

Edition

Unique work

Authenticity Guaranteed
Insured Shipping
Online Since 2005

●Inventory 6740

●Signed

●Comes with gallery invoice and certificate

●Sell Us a Similar Artwork. Learn more.

Fernando Botero

Dessins et Aquarelles (2), 1984

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

EUR 6,350

Fernando Botero

Pedrito, 1975

Limited Edition Print

Offset Print

EUR 6,600

Fernando Botero

Dessins et Aquarelles: one plate, 1984

Limited Edition Print

Offset Print

USD 8,500

Fernando Botero

La Toilette, 1983

Limited Edition Print

Offset Print

EUR 6,870

Fernando Botero

Profile de Jeune Homme, 1992

Drawing / Watercolor

Pen and ink

USD 17,900

Fernando Botero

Hunter, 1980

Drawing / Watercolor

Pencil

USD 29,000 - 35,000

Fernando Botero

Fumador de Cigarrillos, 1975 -1980

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

Currently Not Available

Fernando Botero

The Dancers, 1983

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

Currently Not Available

Fernando Botero

Man and Woman, .

Sculpture / Object

Bronze

Currently Not Available

La casa de R(...), 1976

Limited Edition Print

Sold

Lussuria, 1983

Limited Edition Print

Sold

Retrato de m(...), 1990

Limited Edition Print

Sold

Les Danseurs, 1985

Limited Edition Print

Sold

Grupo de Fam(...), .

Limited Edition Print

Sold

An artist is attracted to certain kinds of form without knowing why.
- Fernando Botero

Known for his instantly-recognisable, signature style labelled ‘Boterismo’ - a depiction of figures and people in a large, exaggerated fashion and a representation of both humour and socio-political criticism - Fernando Botero was one of the most successful artists of Latin America. His employment of flat, bright colours alongside distinctly outlined forms was heavily influenced by traditional Latin-America folk art, as well as the works of Francisco de Goya and Diego Velazquez; one of Botero’s most celebrated works is Mona Lisa, Age 12 a paraphrasing of Leonardo da Vinci’s original work with a twist that alluded to the aforementioned Goya and Velazquez. Botero captured the various walks of life to be found in his native Colombia throughout his work in sculpture and painting; Card Players and Death of Pablo Escobar are among the most celebrated of his artistic creations.

Artwork by David Hockney

What is Modern Realism?

Modern Realism is an art style that depicts subjects as they exist in reality. Emerging after the development of abstract art, Modern Realism combines traditional realistic representation with modern techniques and approaches. Artists in this style focus on painting or drawing everyday life, portraying realistic subjects with a contemporary perspective.

Explore »

Fernando Botero

Hunter, 1980

39.4 x 33 cm

Language & Currency

Fernando Botero