Discover the life and work of Frida Kahlo in this introduction to the iconic Mexican artist.

Although her oeuvre is relatively small, Frida Kahlo has inspired an adoration and admiration that few other artists have achieved. This accessible and elegant book offers full-page reproductions of a selection of her works, allowing a broad appreciation of Kahlo's use of colour, composition and texture. The biographical text informs readers about her early career, when a bus accident left her bedridden and plagued by pain, but also gave her the opportunity to discover herself through painting. It follows her life, her personal relationships and her years in the United States. Eckhard Hollmann explores the many themes and images in Kahlo's work, from physical and emotional pain, to Mexican and indigenous folklore, to the flora and fauna of her beloved home. Never afraid to express her deepest fears and desires, standing up for the oppressed with dignity and passion, Frida Kahlo remains an inspiration to any artist who aspires to be true to herself while struggling against personal and political limitations.

Publisher: Prestel