Frida Kahlo's 1940 self-portrait titled "The Dream (The Bed)" was sold for $54.7 million at Sotheby's auction held in New York City. This was reported by Zamin.uz.
This artwork entered history as the most expensive piece by the renowned Mexican artist. This was reported by the Associated Press.
The painting was acquired from a private collection and depicts Frida Kahlo lying on a wooden bed. In the painting, the artist is portrayed surrounded by clouds, lianas, and leaves.
On the mattress, there is a skeleton figure wrapped in dynamite. Through this artwork, the artist expressed the profound impact of a severe car accident in her life, along with the endless pain and experiences related to death.
It is known that Frida Kahlo suffered a serious car accident at the age of 18, which severely affected her health and caused her to be bedridden for many years. The painting vividly reflects her personal life and inner world.
