Frida Kahlo's self-portrait could smash auction records

Entertainment Nov 21, 2025

Frida Kahlo's 1940 painting, El sueno (The Dream), is expected to set a new record at Sotheby's New York this Thursday.
The self-portrait might sell for $40-$60 million, which would make it the most expensive artwork ever sold by a female artist—beating Georgia O'Keeffe's previous $44.4 million record from 2014.

Why this matters

El sueno leads an auction packed with over 100 surrealist works, including pieces by Salvador Dali and Rene Magritte.
The painting shows Kahlo asleep under a golden blanket with a skeleton above her—a glimpse into her unique style and story.
Even decades after her passing in 1954, Kahlo's art keeps inspiring new generations and remains highly prized among collectors worldwide.