Self- Portrait Very Ugly
- Artist
- Frida Kahlo
- Date
- 1933
- Style
- Naïve art
- Genre
- Self-portrait
"Self-Portrait Very Ugly" is a striking self-portrait that humorously embraces imperfections, challenging conventional notions of beauty. Painted on a Masonite surface, the artwork exhibits bold, naive brushwork reminiscent of Naïve art (primitivism). Its raw, unrefined style and exaggerated features suggest influences from fresco techniques, emphasizing a primal authenticity. The piece's intentionally unpolished aesthetic captures a sense of humour and self-acceptance, making it a memorable example of self-expression beyond traditional art norms.
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