Frida’s Embroidered Pillow
2019 © Maxim Tabachnik
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Frida’s Embroidered Pillow

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This embroidered pillow (c. 1940) rests on an intricately crocheted bedspread, featuring the name Frida surrounded by hand-stitched flowers and birds. It demonstrates Kahlo’s appreciation for folk art and Mexican craftsmanship. The vibrant stitching contrasts with the chronic pain she endured, transforming her bed into a space of beauty and resilience.