HOUSTON — While Frida Kahlo is a well-established figure in Mexican art, the exhibition Frida: Making of an Icon at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, elevates her status as a symbol of both metaphorical and geographical borderlands. This exhibit delves into how Kahlo’s work has been received across different eras and cultures over the past century, dismantling any simplified perception of the artist to reveal her complexity. This multifaceted portrayal is intentional.
Organized by themes, the exhibition includes Kahlo’s pieces alongside works by artists from her circle and those she inspired. Three sections focus on Kahlo’s own art, while an impressive thirteen sections examine her influence through over a hundred works from various artists across generations. The
