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Beatriz González: Art Reflects Colombia's Turbulent History

2/25/2026

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Beatriz González, a Colombian artist, died in January 2026 at age 93.
Her Barbican retrospective highlights how her work responds to Colombia's turbulent politics and violence.
Her art uses bright colors and biting commentary and often depicts grim realities, including crime scenes and societal issues, across mediums such as enamel on metal furniture.
Her archive serves as a critical reflection on Colombia's history of violence, disappearances, and political strife.

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Beatriz González, a Colombian artist, died in January 2026 at age 93.
Her Barbican retrospective highlights how her work responds to Colombia's turbulent politics and violence.
Her art uses bright colors and biting commentary and often depicts grim realities, including crime scenes and societal issues, across mediums such as enamel on metal furniture.
Her archive serves as a critical reflection on Colombia's history of violence, disappearances, and political strife.