Frida Kahlo in Paris to Nickolas Muray in New York, 1939.   Archives of American Art

In the ’30s and ’40s, photographer Nickolas Muray was Frida Kahlo’s friend, lover, and confidante.

“My adorable Nick  -

This morning after so many days of waiting - your letter arrived. I felt so happy that before starting to read it I began to weep. My child, I really shouldn’t complain about any thing that happens to me in life, as long as you love me and I love you. It is so real and beautiful, that makes me forget all pains and troubles, makes me forget even distance. Your words made me feel so close to you that I can feel near your eyes - your hands - your lips. I can hear your voice and your laugh.”