Original artwork description:

The Gentle Kahlo” (2018) is an intimate A5 portrait that captures a quiet, vulnerable side of Frida Kahlo — beyond the myth, beyond the legend. Here she is not an icon, but a woman in a fragile moment of reflection. A small monkey, gently perched on her shoulder, becomes a silent witness to her inner world — a symbol of loyalty, connection, and tenderness.

Crafted with graphite pencil, Japanese Turner gouache, and white ink on warm-toned paper, this original drawing combines soft precision with subtle emotional depth. The gentle highlights and layered strokes give the portrait a timeless, almost ethereal quality.

This piece was created with careful attention to detail over many hours, exploring the contrast between strength and vulnerability. It is part of a personal series of portraits dedicated to iconic female figures — seen through a human, emotional lens.

Medium: Graphite pencil, Japanese Turner gouache, white ink

Surface: Toned paper (A5, 14.8 x 21 cm / 5.8 x 8.3 in)

Year: 2018

Signed: Yes (front)

Condition: Unframed (can be framed upon request)

🖼️ Please note: the artwork will be carefully packaged in protective materials and shipped with tracking. International shipping available (DHL / insured shipping upon request).

💬 Feel free to make an offer — I’m open to reasonable proposals, especially for international collectors.

Materials used:

pencil, Turner acrylic gouache , white

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