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Self-Portrait with Braid

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The subject's direct gaze locks onto the viewer, a piercing intensity that immediately captures attention. Her face, rendered with meticulous detail, reveals a stoic expression, framed by strong, connected eyebrows—a signature element. Atop her head, a complex arrangement of braids forms an elaborate crown, suggesting a blend of self-adornment and cultural reference. The neck is adorned with a necklace. A stylized leaf-like form encircles the shoulders, its curves and details adding a naturalistic contrast to the structured portrait. The neutral background provides a stark contrast, highlighting the subject's presence and allowing her expressive face and intricate hair to command the visual space. The overall composition is a powerful blend of realism and symbolism, reflecting both vulnerability and strength.

Self-Portrait with Braid

Frida Kahlo

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1941

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3472 × 4792 px
387 × 510 mm

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