Frida Kahlo’s Painful Life Was As Tormented As Her Art

There is something so raw and timeless about Frida Kahlo’s paintings that we can probably all identify with. For many Kahlo is an icon of feminism, Mexican identity, living with a disability, and political activism. Although she had some success and recognition in her life, Kahlo was most celebrated years after her death and she never got to witness her worldwide fame. What follows are painful and beautiful facts about one of the most inspiring and motivated artists in history.Newsela Frida Kahlo Facts1. Lightning Strikes TwiceFrida Kahlo spent years recovering from a childhood stricken by ill…

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