Self-portrait with Thorn NecklaceTeodoro 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: Self-portrait with Thorn Necklace
  • Artist: Teodoro Torres Orea
  • Year: 1997
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Under copyright
  • Where to see it: Museo del Estanquillo
  • Color palette: Neutrals
  • Main color: Phthalo Green

Questions & Answers

Is "Self-portrait with Thorn Necklace" by Teodoro Torres Orea kept in the artist's home country?

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.

At what age did Teodoro Torres Orea make "Self-portrait with Thorn Necklace"?

Teodoro Torres Orea made "Self-portrait with Thorn Necklace" at the age of 64. The artist was born in 1933 and the work is dated 1997.

What is the creation date of "Self-portrait with Thorn Necklace" by Teodoro Torres Orea?

The creation of "Self-portrait with Thorn Necklace" by Teodoro Torres Orea is dated 1997.

What colors dominate "Self-portrait with Thorn Necklace" by Teodoro Torres Orea?

"Self-portrait with Thorn Necklace" by Teodoro Torres Orea uses a neutrals palette, with phthalo green (#302825) as the dominant color.

Who is the artist behind "Self-portrait with Thorn Necklace"?

"Self-portrait with Thorn Necklace" was created by Teodoro Torres Orea. The information on this page describes Teodoro Torres Orea's original work.

How is the palette of "Self-portrait with Thorn Necklace" by Teodoro Torres Orea described?

The palette of "Self-portrait with Thorn Necklace" by Teodoro Torres Orea is described as neutrals. It is a compact description of the work's colors.

Who made "Self-portrait with Thorn Necklace", and when?

"Self-portrait with Thorn Necklace" was created by Teodoro Torres Orea in 1997.

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