The New York Times Book Review
"The books have great subjects - some of the most famous images in all art - and they have something new to say about them."
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Book Description
Frida Kahlo's stormy relationship with fellow artist Diego Rivera and how it affected her work is the subject of this fascinating study. Generously illustrated with works by both artists as well as contemporary photographs, this volume sheds new light on the life and imagery of one of the twentieth century's greatest women artists.
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Ingram Synopsis
The stormy relationship, artistic differences, and ideological common ground shared by Mexico's two greatest contemporary artists are vividly portrayed here in a celebration of their contributions to art.
Publisher comments
Present-day perceptions of Mexican art are dominated by Frida Kahlo, whose powerful self-portraits and portrayals of emotional trauma have gained enormous popularity. Her relationship with painter Diego Rivera is mirrored in many of her stunning paintings, which combine motifs of folk art with a deeply personal symbolism.
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