Lecture on Frida Kahlo's "The Two Fridas"

Introduction

• Painting: "The Two Fridas"
• Artist: Frida Kahlo
• Year: 1939
• Medium: Oil on canvas

Description of the Painting

• Composition: Double self-portrait
• Figures: Two Fridas holding hands
• Attire:
  • One Frida in colorful "tehuana" clothing
  • The other Frida in an old Victorian white lace dress
• Background: Green-covered bench, grayish sky

Historical Context

• Year: 1939
• Location: New York and Paris for individual exhibitions
• Recognition: Gained recognition among prominent European artists
• Return to Mexico: Felt sadness due to breakup with Diego Rivera
• Physical Pain: Increased, contributing to the creation of the painting

Symbolism

• Tehuana Clothing Frida: Represents the woman Diego loved
• Victorian Dress Frida: Represents the European version less liked by Diego
• Dual Heritage: Symbolizes Frida's dual heritage
• Connection: Blood vessel connecting their hands and visible hearts

Exhibition History

• January 1940: Exhibited with "The Wounded Table" at the International Surrealist Exhibition, Mexico City
• 1947: Acquired by the National Institute of Fine Arts
• 1966: Transferred to the Museum of Modern Art, Mexico

Technical Data

• Dimensions: 173 x 173 cm
• Style: Modern art
• Current Location: Museum of Modern Art in Mexico

Conclusion

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