Frida Kahlo Breaks Auction Records with Iconic Self-Portrait
Move over, Picasso—Frida Kahlo just shattered the glass ceiling in the art world yet again! At a recent Sotheby’s auction in New York, Kahlo’s self-portrait sold for a staggering US$54.7 million. This sale doesn’t just break her personal best; it smashes the previous auction record for any female artist. It also marks the highest price ever paid for a Latin American artwork at auction. Talk about painting her way into history!
Frida Kahlo’s art continues to inspire and captivate collectors around the world. Her works are celebrated for their raw emotion, vibrant color, and unapologetic self-expression. This latest record-breaking sale is a major victory not just for Kahlo, but for all women artists striving for recognition in a male-dominated industry. It’s a beautiful reminder: never underestimate the power of a unibrow and some bold colors!