Paint brushes for Frida : a children's book inspired by Frida Kahlo / Véronique Massenot ; [illustrated by] Élise Mansot ; [translated by Paul Kelly].
Publisher:
Prestel Art,
Copyright Date:
2022
Description:
1 volume (unpaged) : chiefly illustrations (colour) ; 32 cm.
"Frida is lying in her bed, imprisoned by painful injuries she sustained in an accident. She yearns to paint, but can only manage to sing what is in her imagination. Suddenly, a jar of paintbrushes falls off her nightstand and a pool of vibrant color spreads across the floor. A monkey called Caimito scurries to help her with his friends, gathering her brushes, paint and canvas as well as all the items that Frida mentioned in her song--fruit, birds, flowers, and butterflies. Frida is so happy and grateful for the monkeys' assistance that she manages to create a new painting, a triumphant self-portrait with Caimito in her arms. The book explores the major themes of Kahlo's work--physical pain, enduring love, and steadfastness--as well as the symbolism of plants, animals, numbers, and religion, to give young readers a solid foundation for appreciating the artist's works for the rest of their lives"--provided by publisher.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.