Frida Kahlo

Born · July 6, 1907

Died · July 13, 1954 (47 years old)

Known For: Acting

Place of Birth: Coyoacán, Mexico City, Mexico

Bio

Magdalena Carmen Frida Kahlo y Calderón (July 6, 1907 – July 13, 1954) was a Mexican painter known for her surreal works inspired by the nature and artifacts of Mexico. Her autobiographical portraits explored themes of identity, postcolonialism, gender, class, and race. Apart from her paintings, she is also well-known for her political beliefs, being a member of the Mexican Communist Party.