Frida Kahlo
Artist
Frida Kahlo (1907-1954) was a celebrated Mexican artist known for her emotive self-portraits. Her life, marked by physical and emotional challenges after a near-fatal bus accident, fueled her art. Vibrant colors, surreal imagery, and symbolic elements characterize her works, exploring themes of identity and Mexican culture. Famous pieces like "The Two Fridas" and "Self-Portrait with Thorn Necklace and Hummingbird" have earned her international acclaim, solidifying her as an icon of female creativity and empowerment. Kahlo's legacy endures, inspiring artists and admirers worldwide.
Artwork
Art historian Hayden Herrera, author of Frida: A Biography of Frida Kahlo, discusses the Mexican artist's life and work with a focus on Kahlo's legacy, seen in the themes presented in Unbound: Contemporary Art After Frida Kahlo. A conversation in the galleries with Hayden Herrera, artist Doug Ischar, and art historian Debra Mancoff follows the talk.
Other Famous Artworks
original oil art
The Two Fridas
The Dream (The Bed)
Frida Kahlo Roots
Congress of Peoples for Peace
Frida Kahlo Moses Nucleus Of Creation
