Portrait of Marucha Lavin

Portrait of Marucha Lavin by Frida Kahlo
Artist
Frida Kahlo
Date
1942
Style
Naïve art
Genre
Portrait
Location
Jose Domingo and Eugenia Lavin Collection
The "Portrait of Marucha Lavin" is a captivating portrait rendered primarily in oil on a copper surface, which lends a distinctive luminosity and depth to the image. The artist employs a style influenced by naïve art (primitivism), characterized by simplified forms and vivid colors that evoke a sense of innocence and directness. While rooted in traditional portraiture, the painting's subtle influence of Surrealism adds an intriguing layer of symbolism. Overall, the piece beautifully combines technical craft with a charming, primitive aesthetic.

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