1940. Acrylic On Canvas, 55.0 x 44.0 cm.
§ 1Luettelotiedot

- 55.0 x 44.0 cm
§ 2Abstrakti
Keräilykohteen kuvaus
Taiteilijan elämäkerta
Tutustu Frida Kahlon ikoniseen taiteeseen (1907-1954): itsemuotokuvia, surrealismia & meksikolaista perintöä. Löydä identiteetin, kivun, resilienssin ja feministisen perinnön teemoja.
§ 3Kommentointi
Self Portrait with Monkey – A Window Into Frida Kahlo’s Soul
Frida Kahlo's "Self Portrait with Monkey," painted in 1940, transcends mere representation; it embodies the artist’s profound introspection and unwavering connection to Mexican folklore. Measuring 55 x 44 cm on masonite, this artwork isn’t simply a depiction of a woman gazing at the viewer—it's an embodiment of Kahlo’s psychological landscape rendered in vibrant hues and imbued with symbolic depth. The painting immediately draws attention to Kahlo herself, positioned centrally against a backdrop of lush foliage that speaks volumes about resilience and rebirth. Her gaze is direct, unflinching, conveying both vulnerability and determination – qualities central to Kahlo's artistic persona.- Style: Kahlo’s distinctive primitivism style—influenced by Mexican folk art traditions—is evident in the bold simplification of forms and the expressive use of color. The artist deliberately eschewed academic conventions, prioritizing emotional honesty over technical precision.
- Technique: Executed with oil paints on masonite, “Self Portrait with Monkey” showcases Kahlo’s meticulous brushwork, layering pigments to achieve a textured surface that captures the essence of her subject matter. The careful blending of colors contributes to an overall atmosphere of melancholy and contemplation.
- Symbolism: The thorn necklace symbolizes Christ’s crown of thorns, representing sacrifice and suffering – themes recurrent throughout Kahlo's oeuvre. Simultaneously, it underscores the artist’s unwavering spirit in the face of adversity.
- Historical Context: Painted during a period marked by Kahlo’s divorce from Diego Rivera and her exploration of bisexuality, “Self Portrait with Monkey” captures the artist’s emotional turmoil—a reflection of the broader societal anxieties surrounding gender roles and sexuality during the mid-20th century.
Kysymykset ja vastaukset
Onko "Self Portrait with Monkey"-teoksen luoja Frida Kahlo tunnettu myös muilla nimillä?
Muita teoksen "Self Portrait with Monkey" tekijälle Frida Kahlo rekisteröityjä nimiä ovat Frieda Kahlo.
Miten "Self Portrait with Monkey" asettuu osaksi Frida Kahlo'n muuta tuotantoa?
"Self Portrait with Monkey" kuuluu Frida Kahlo:n Surrealism-kauden tuotantoon, jonka tunnettuun teemaan kuuluvat mexican folk art, surrealist style, autobiographical pain, symbolism exploration, artistic legacy."
Miten materiaali ja liike yhdistyvät teoksessa "Self Portrait with Monkey"?
"Self Portrait with Monkey" on toteutettu Acrylic On Canvas-tekniikalla ja edustaa Surrealism-tyyliä.



Teoksille tai reproduktioille, joiden mikä tahansa sivu on suurempi kuin 105 cm (noin 41 tuumaa), kehys toimitetaan osina purettuna sarjana. Tämä menetelmä varmistaa turvallisen toimituksen ja ehkäisee vaurioita kuljetuksen aikana.



