Renowned Colombian painter and Sculptor Fernando Botero has died at the age of 91. Botero, known for his depictions of plump, exaggerated forms, achieved global fame and influence during his lifetime. His paintings were exhibited in museums worldwide, and his bronze sculptures can be found in parks and avenues across Europe and Latin America. Botero was highly esteemed in his native Colombia, and he made generous donations to his home country, including 23 statues that are now in a park in downtown Medellin. His art evoked nostalgia for early 20th century Colombia and its traditions.

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