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Self-Portrait with Small Monkey

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This intimate portrait presents a woman of striking presence; her gaze direct, her expression one of quiet intensity. She is framed by a lush dark coif, adorned with floral accents, and her iconic unibrow is boldly pronounced. A small monkey, perched on her shoulder, mirrors her gaze, creating a connection that speaks to companionship and perhaps, self-identification. On her other shoulder, a tiny human figure is present. A hairless dog, its watchful eyes meeting the viewer's, rests at the bottom. The background subtly hints at a landscape, but the focal point remains firmly on the woman and her animal companions, and a sense of introspection prevails. The artist utilizes a soft, warm color palette, and the play of light and shadow is masterfully rendered to enhance the depth of her features, adding to the evocative atmosphere of the piece.

Self-Portrait with Small Monkey

Frida Kahlo

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1945

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4346 × 6000 px
420 × 590 mm

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