How a Small Uruguayan Town Became a Seasonal Hub for Latin American Art
Beyond the draw of Este Arte, parallel exhibitions and festivals have expanded José Ignacio’s role in the region’s cultural calendar.
Frida Kahlo
Frida Kahlo (1907–1954) was a Mexican painter known for her many portraits, self-portraits, and works inspired by the nature and artifacts of Mexico. Her work is celebrated for its uncompromising depiction of the female experience and form, intertwining elements of realism, symbolism, and surrealism. Kahlo's paintings reflect her personal life, including her marriage to Diego Rivera, her illnesses and her political beliefs. Her Blue House (La Casa Azul) in Mexico City is now a museum dedicated to her life and work. Kahlo's "Two Nudes in the Forest" sold for $8 million in 2016, a record for a Latin American artist. Read more about Arts.
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After a turbulent 12 months for many major arts institutions, the new year brings a global slate of blockbuster exhibitions featuring artists from Frida Kahlo to Marcel Duchamp.
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Whatever comes next will demand sharper vision, real accountability and far less tolerance for business as usual.
