Frida Kahlo's "The Two Fridas"

Frida Kahlo's "The Two Fridas" (1931) depicts two self-portraits seated side by side, representing her dual identity and emotional state. One Frida wears a European-style white dress, symbolizing her European heritage and societal expectations, while the other wears traditional Tehuana attire, reflecting her Mexican roots. The intertwined hearts and blood vessels highlight her inner emotional pain and vulnerability, especially following her difficult divorce from Diego Rivera. The painting explores themes of identity, cultural heritage, and personal suffering, blending Mexican traditions with her introspective reflection during a turbulent period in her life.