Art Masters: Frida Kahlo

About this book

A vibrant full-color guide to the life and legacy of Frida Kahlo, alongside a selection of her most celebrated artworks. Widely revered for as a feminist icon and as a ground-breaking Mexican artist, Frida Kahlo led a fascinating life. In this concise biography, the author takes a look at the influences on Kahlo's work: her early childhood; the fascination with the mythology of earlier Mexican civilisations and Mexicanidad; surrealism; and portraiture as well as exploring the works for which she became so renowned. Beautifully illustrated in full color, this is a great introduction to one of the 20th century's most popular female artists. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Art Masters series brings together beautiful hardback monographs of some of the most significant artists in history, looking at their lives, techniques and inspirations, as well as presenting a lavish selection of their best work.