Frida Kahlo Death Cause and Date

Frida Kahlo's Death

Born (Birthday) July 6, 1907

Death Date July 13, 1954

Age of Death 47 years

Cause of Death Pulmonary Embolism

Profession Painter

The painter Frida Kahlo died at the age of 47. Here is all you want to know, and more!

Biography - A Short Wiki

Mexican painter associated with Surrealism and Magic Realism and best known for her 55 self-portraits. She was inspired by the indigenous Mexican culture and Mexican mythology. 

She and fellow painter Diego Rivera had a turbulent marriage that involved a divorce and remarriage. Both artists also had numerous extramarital affairs. 

Quotes

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“I am happy to be alive, as long as I can paint.” (Frida Kahlo)

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“I tried to drown my sorrows, but the bastards learned how to swim, and now I am overwhelmed by this decent and good feeling.” (Frida Kahlo)

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“I don’t know how to write love letters.” (Frida Kahlo)

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“I paint self-portraits because I am so often alone, because I am the person I know best.” (Frida Kahlo)

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“The only thing I know is that I paint because I need to, and I paint whatever passes through my head without any other consideration.” (Frida Kahlo)

Frida Kahlo Death Cause and Date