Nature vivante Frida Kahlo (1907-1954)

The composition presents a still life arrangement imbued with symbolic weight and a sense of vibrant energy. Here we observe a profusion of fruits – oranges, plums, dragon fruit, and other unidentified varieties – arranged on what appears to be a woven mat or vine-like structure that forms the lower edge of the canvas. The fruits are rendered in a palette dominated by warm tones: yellows, oranges, browns, and deep purples, creating an impression of ripeness and abundance.
Above this arrangement floats a white dove, positioned centrally and acting as a focal point. Its presence introduces a contrasting element of lightness and serenity amidst the dense materiality below. Two circular forms are situated in the background; one on the left appears to be a stylized representation of a celestial body, possibly the moon, while the other on the right mirrors this form but with a more dynamic, swirling pattern suggesting movement or energy.
The application of paint is characterized by a textured surface, achieved through visible brushstrokes and an impasto technique that adds depth and physicality to the objects depicted. The light source seems diffuse, illuminating the fruits from multiple directions and contributing to their three-dimensionality.
Inscribed across the lower portion of the canvas are repeated characters – NATURAL DE VIVMA – which seem to function as a mantra or declaration of intent. This textual element reinforces the paintings thematic focus on nature and vitality. The overall effect is one of controlled chaos, where organic forms and symbolic elements coalesce to convey a sense of life force and interconnectedness. The arrangement suggests not merely a depiction of fruit but an exploration of themes related to fertility, sustenance, and perhaps even spiritual renewal.