Fernando Botero (1932–2023) returns to Seoul with his largest retrospective in Asia, opening this Friday at the Hangaram Art Museum, Seoul Arts Center. Curated by Lina Botero and organized with the Fernando Botero Foundation, the exhibition features over 112 works, several never before exhibited. The show, titled "Fernando Botero: The Triumph of Form," runs through August 30, 2026, and highlights the Colombian master's signature visual language of volume, sensuality, irony, and humanity.
This retrospective matters because it reaffirms Botero's deep and enduring connection with Asian audiences, following his previous exhibitions in Japan, Singapore, Korea, and China. It also underscores the global resonance of his work, as noted by collector and gallerist Gary Nader, who emphasizes that truly great art continues to speak across continents. The exhibition serves as a major cultural event for Seoul and a testament to Botero's lasting legacy in the international art world.