The Baroque World of Fernando Botero

January 9–April 4, 2010



Fernando Botero is a Latin American painter, sculptor, and draftsman who depicts the comedy of human life—moving or ironic, baroque in expression, sometimes with a mocking observation, and sometimes with a deep, elementary emotion.  He has created a world of his own with a particular blend of violence and beauty.  This exhibition represents the first retrospective of the artist’s work in North America since 1974.  Included will be 100 paintings, sculptures, and drawings culled from the artist’s private collection.  Many works have never been exhibited in public.  The exhibition is organized and circulated by Art Services International, Alexandria, Virginia.  Dr. John Sillevis from the Gemeentemuseum, The Hague, curated the exhibition.

Member Benefits for Botero

Avoid the crowds and enjoy the Botero exhibition on these Members Only Mondays from Noon-8 pm:

January 11, February 8, and March 8.

Your membership card will admit you and one guest. You can join or renew your membership during Members Mondays.



The MFA Café will be open for lunch and dinner serving Latin cuisine. Reservations are suggested for dinner; please call the Café at (727) 896-2667, ext. 258. Please bring your membership card. You cannot be admitted without one.

Members can also obtain free VIP passes, which will provide entrance through a special members’ line. They can be used anytime during the run of the exhibition. You can pick up your passes at the Welcome Desk beginning December 1. None will be mailed. You must show your membership card to obtain free passes.

The number of free passes depends on your membership level. They follow:

• Individual/Student or Educator - One Pass


• General/Dual - Two Passes


• Family - Three Passes


• Patron - Four Passes


• Pelican/Single - Five Passes


• Pelican/Dual - Six Passes


• Fine Arts Sustainer - Eight Passes


• Directors Circle - Ten Passes

For more information, please contact Membership Coordinator Steve Hack at (727) 896-2667, ext. 248, or via e-mail, steve@fine-arts.org.