Frida Kahlo was a Mexican painter known for her unique style and self-portraits. She was born in 1907 in Coyoacán, Mexico City. Kahlo's life was marked by physical and emotional pain, having suffered from polio as a child and a severe bus accident as a young adult that left her disabled. Despite her struggles, Kahlo channeled her pain into her art, exploring themes of identity, gender, and Mexican culture in her work. She gained recognition posthumously for her contribution to modern art and remains a feminist icon.