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The Biography of Frida Kahlo
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The engrossing biography of the celebrated Mexican painter. "A mesmerizing story of radical art, romantic politics, bizarre loves and physical suffering that raises the question, why hasn't someone told it all before?"--"Time." The basis for the new Miramax film. Photos.
The beautifully illustrated and utterly absorbing biography of one of the twentieth century's most transfixing artists
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Frida is an enthralling biography that delves deeply into the life of one of the twentieth century's most captivating and transformative artists, Frida Kahlo. Written by Hayden Herrera, this beautifully illustrated book takes readers on an intimate journey through Kahlo's complex and extraordinary existence. Born near Mexico City in 1907, Frida's early life was marked by the seismic shifts of the Mexican Revolution, shaping her worldview and eventual artistic voice.
At the age of eighteen, Frida endured a devastating accident that left her physically impaired and unable to bear children. Confronted with the necessity to remain still during her recovery, she channelled her pain and frustration into painting, leading to the development of her deeply personal and emotive style. Fridaβs work is renowned for its vivid use of colour and its unflinching portrayal of themes such as identity, postcolonialism, gender, class, and race in Mexican society.
While her art is iconic, Frida reveals that painting was but one facet of Kahlo's rich and turbulent life. The biography also explores her passionate and often tumultuous marriage to the renowned muralist Diego Rivera, a relationship marked by mutual admiration, betrayal, and a deep, emotional bond. Her love affairs with various notable figures, including the sculptor Isamu Noguchi and exiled Russian revolutionary Leon Trotsky, further illustrate the breadth and depth of her romantic and intellectual appetites.
In addition to her personal relationships, Kahlo's political engagements were significant. She was an ardent supporter of communism, an ideology that influenced much of her work and personal life. Her involvement with the Communist Party and her dedication to Mexican folklore and indigenous culture are threads that run through her life and her art, providing insight into the sources of her inspiration and the symbolism prevalent in her paintings.
Frida marries the visual grandeur of her artwork with the equally compelling narrative of her personal story, offering readers an all-encompassing look at a life lived fiercely and unapologetically. Hayden Herrera's masterful storytelling not only captures the indomitable spirit of Frida Kahlo but also illuminates the socio-political landscape of her time, making this biography an indispensable resource for art enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone interested in the life of a truly remarkable woman.
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Frida is highly praised for its intimate and vivid portrayal of Frida Kahlo's passionate and turbulent life. Critics commend Herrera's expert analysis of Kahlo's art and her ability to cut through myths, presenting a comprehensive and plausible biography of the iconic artist.
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ISBN: 9781526605313
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 28 June 2018
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Audience: General / adult
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Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 506g
Pages: 528
About the Author
HAYDEN HERRERA is an art historian and biographer. She has lectured widely, curated several exhibitions of art, taught Latin American art at New York University, and has been awarded a Guggenheim Fellowship. She is the author of numerous articles and reviews for such publications as Art in America, Art Forum, Connoisseur, and the New York Times, among others. Her books include Mary Frank; Matisse: A Portrait; Frida: A Biography of Frida Kahlo; Frida Kahlo: The Paintings; Arshile Gorky: His Life and Work, which was nominated for the Pulitzer Prize; and Listening to Stone: The Art and Life of Isamu Noguchi, which won the Los Angeles Book Prize for Biography. She lives in New York City.
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