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Mexican Artist Frida Kahlo

Written By: joe - Sep• 05•10

One of the most prominent aspects of Mexican culture is the dynamic art genres that are based there. And in addition to the specific thematic elements and genres associated with the country, Mexico has produced some of the world’s most famous and popular artists. Frida Kahlo is just one example of the great artists that were from Mexico. And while it is extremely exciting to visit the country and stay in one of the luxurious four star Mexico hotels , you don’t have to go to such great lengths in order to view some of the work of Kahlo and her contemporaries.

Kahlo was born in Coyoacan, Mexico in July of 1907. In addition to her distinctive style she is widely known and remembered for her self portraits. These were often surrealist interpretations of the destructive effects she suffered from having contracted Polio at the age of six, followed by the severe injuries she received during an accident. The accident was the most severe and seriously injured spine, various other bones and organs. Kahlo is also known for her tumultuous marriage with fellow Mexican artist Diego Rivera . And while Kahlo receives greater mainstream awareness and popularity today, they were and are both highly regarded for their work.

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