Frida SittingTeodoro Torres Orea · 1997

  • Creation date1997
  • MuseumMuseo del Estanquillo

Teodoro Torres Orea (1933 –)

Mexican artist Teodoro Torres Orea masterfully reimagines Frida Kahlo's iconic images in metal & paint. Explore traditional themes & celebrate Mexican art!

Museo del Estanquillo (Mexico City, Mexico)

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About this artwork

  • Title: Frida Sitting
  • Artist: Teodoro Torres Orea
  • Year: 1997
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Under copyright
  • Where to see it: Museo del Estanquillo
  • Main color: Phthalo Green
  • Color hue: Ochre to Sepia

Questions & Answers

Is "Frida Sitting" held in the country of its creator?

Yes - the artwork is kept in the artist's home country. The artist's birth country is Mexico, and the museum holding the original is in Mexico.

What is the dominant hue of "Frida Sitting" by Teodoro Torres Orea?

The dominant hue of "Frida Sitting" by Teodoro Torres Orea is ochre to sepia. The hue is the underlying tone of the palette.

How strong is the contrast in "Frida Sitting" by Teodoro Torres Orea?

"Frida Sitting" by Teodoro Torres Orea shows a statement contrast between its light and dark areas.

When was "Frida Sitting" made?

"Frida Sitting" dates from 1997. The date places the work within Teodoro Torres Orea's career and its era.

What orientation does "Frida Sitting" by Teodoro Torres Orea have?

"Frida Sitting" by Teodoro Torres Orea is a portrait composition. The proportions are worth checking before choosing a print size.

What was Teodoro Torres Orea's age when "Frida Sitting" was created?

When "Frida Sitting" was created in 1997, Teodoro Torres Orea - born in 1933 - was 64 years old.

Who created "Frida Sitting"?

"Frida Sitting" was created by Teodoro Torres Orea. The information on this page describes Teodoro Torres Orea's original work.

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