In an act of colossal generosity, Fernando Botero made one of the biggest art donations in modern history in Latin America, forever ... todos » transforming the city of Medellín, Colombia where Botero grew up, and elevating a gallery in the country’s capital, Bogotá, into an exceptional repository of impressionist and modern art. By giving his collection of paintings and sculptures –valued at around $200 million– Botero not only transformed the art arena in Colombia, but became an inspiring example by contributing to the betterment of the cultural sphere in a country where social and cultural philanthropy remain limited. Presentation by: Juan Carlos Botero on behalf of his father Fernando Botero