The Frida Kahlo scandal: Fridamania could reach new heights today – but where are her ‘missing’ masterpieces?

A 1940 self-portrait by Frida Kahlo has sold for $54.7 million at Sotheby’s in New York, setting a new auction record for female artists. This sale marks a significant moment in art history, highlighting Kahlo's enduring legacy and the increasing value of works by female artists.

Frida Kahlo's self-portrait has been sold for $55 million at auction, setting a new record for the highest price ever paid for a work by a female artist. This sale surpasses the previous record for a portrait by the renowned Mexican artist, highlighting the increasing value and recognition of her work in the art market.

Frida Kahlo's 1940 self-portrait 'El sueño (La cama)' sold for $54.66 million at a Sotheby's auction in New York, setting a record for the most expensive painting by a female artist. This sale highlights Kahlo's enduring legacy and the increasing value of her work in the art market.

Frida Kahlo's 1940 self-portrait, titled 'El sueño (La cama)', has been sold for $54.7 million at a New York auction, setting a new record for the highest price paid for a work by a female artist. The painting depicts Kahlo asleep in bed with a skeleton above her, and the sale surpassed the previous record of $44.4 million for Georgia O’Keeffe's 'Jimson Weed/White Flower No. 1' in 2014.

New York mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has stated he will meet with anyone, including former President Donald Trump, to advance his affordability agenda for the city. This commitment reflects his determination to address pressing issues facing New Yorkers as he prepares to take office.

Jazz musician and trumpet player Takuya Kuroda, currently on a European tour, discusses his career beginnings and recording process in an interview with FRANCE 24. Hailing from Kobe, Japan, Kuroda was inspired by Tokyo's vibrant jazz scene to move to New York, which he describes as a cultural melting pot. He attributes his genre-blending style, incorporating elements of funk and hip-hop, to jazz vocalist José James, who influenced him during his studies.

US President Donald Trump will meet with New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani in the Oval Office on Friday. This meeting comes after Trump threatened to withhold federal funding from New York during Mamdani's campaign, highlighting the contentious relationship between the two.

The recent public sexual assault of Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum in Mexico City has sparked discussions about women's safety in the country. During a public event, a man groped Sheinbaum and attempted to kiss her, an incident that was widely shared on social media. Activist Estefanía Vela Barba highlighted that Mexico remains one of the most dangerous countries for women, emphasizing the need for both cultural and legal reforms to enhance women's safety.