Tamara de Lempicka (1894 - 1980) was a Polish-American Art Deco painter renowned for her distinctive style and glamorous portraits. Born in 1894 in Warsaw, she rose to prominence in the 1920s and 1930s in Paris. Her work is characterized by bold colors, precise geometrical forms, and sensual depictions of the elite. Lempicka's subjects were often wealthy aristocrats and celebrities, captured in a sleek, modern aesthetic that embodied the Jazz Age.
Despite facing challenges as a female artist, Lempicka achieved international success and recognition. Her legacy continues to influence contemporary art and fashion, and inspiring new generations of artists.
Featured Works
The Girls, 1930
La Belle Rafaëla, 1927
Young Woman in Green (Young Woman with Gloves), ca. 1931
