The artwork titled “Self Portrait – The Frame,” created by artist Frida Kahlo in 1938, is crafted using oil on glass. This self-portrait is an example of Naïve Art (Primitivism), measuring 28.5 by 20.7 centimeters. The genre of this piece is a self-portrait. It is housed in the Georges Pompidou Center in Paris, France.
The artwork features a vibrant and detailed depiction of the artist herself, framed within a boundary that is richly decorated with an assortment of colors and floral patterns. The central figure, Frida Kahlo, gazes directly out at the observer, her expression resolute and contemplative. Prominent within this composition are the bright yellow flowers adorning her hair, which contrast with her dark locks and the colorful surroundings. The background and elements integrated into the portrait bear the hallmarks of Kahlo’s style, characterized by bold hues, folkloric elements, and a direct, unflinching portrayal of the self.
