Art
Frida Kahlo and her Milagros, framed ink drawing 10" x 13"
- Item Number
- 238
- Estimated Value
- 75 USD
- Sold
- 25 USD to bikerchick8
- Number of Bids
- 1 - Bid History
Item Description
Mexican artist Frida Kahlo is remembered for her self-portraits, pain and passion, and bold, vibrant colors. She is celebrated in Mexico for her attention to Mexican and indigenous culture and by feminists for her depiction of the female experience and form.
Kahlo, who suffered from polio as a child, nearly died in a bus accident as a teenager. She suffered multiple fractures of her spine, collarbone and ribs, a shattered pelvis, broken foot and dislocated shoulder. She began to focus heavily on painting while recovering in a body cast. In her lifetime, she had 30 operations.
This ink drawing of Frida focuses on her the upper half of her head with detailed attention paid to her eyes, hair and the many milgros surrounding her head, 12 in ink and 5 made of tin. This drawing can be interpreted as gratitude for Frida.
In Spanish, the word milagro literally means miracle or surprise. Milagro are often body parts that have been healed through prayer. In Mexico, such charms are traditionally used for healing purposes and as votive offerings and often given to the image of Christ or a saint in gratitude for miracles performed.
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