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Colombian Artist Beatriz González Passes Away at 93

1/27/2026

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Beatriz González, a Colombian artist, died on January 9 in Bogotá at age 93.
Her work challenged Colombia's social and political landscape by blending art with themes of violence and commercialism.
Her art was shown internationally, including at Tate Modern and the Museum of Modern Art in New York.
The Bogotá mayor's office and the Colombian culture ministry recognized her contributions.

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Beatriz González, a Colombian artist, died on January 9 in Bogotá at age 93.
Her work challenged Colombia's social and political landscape by blending art with themes of violence and commercialism.
Her art was shown internationally, including at Tate Modern and the Museum of Modern Art in New York.
The Bogotá mayor's office and the Colombian culture ministry recognized her contributions.