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Self-portrait With Monkeys

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The artwork portrays a woman in a white blouse, her face the focal point against a lush backdrop of tropical foliage and vibrant flowers. Her direct gaze holds a certain intensity, drawing the viewer in. Dark, expressive eyebrows frame her eyes, adding to the emotive depth. Around her, several small monkeys are positioned, some clinging to her shoulders, others seemingly offering gestures of affection or companionship. The artist has masterfully used the monkeys as symbols of connection and perhaps even a reflection of the self. The composition is tightly framed, focusing attention on the woman and her immediate surroundings. The leaves and flowers add a sense of the wild, natural world. The artist's style is characterized by its meticulous detail, especially noticeable in the rendering of the face, the textures of the monkeys' fur, and the intricate patterns within the leaves.

Self-portrait With Monkeys

Frida Kahlo

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Created:

1943

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Dimensions:

4724 × 6260 px
630 × 815 mm

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