Tamara de Lempicka
Tamara de Lempicka was a Polish painter known for her distinctive Art Deco style and rapid rise to fame in 1920s Paris.
Painter
May 16, 1898
Taurus
March 18, 1980
81
Moscow, Russia
Tamara de Lempicka, a renowned Polish Art Deco painter, gained recognition for her captivating portraits of the affluent and glamorous. Her most iconic works, such as “Autoportrait” and “La Musique,” exemplify her signature Art Deco style. Lempicka’s career took off following her first major exhibition in Milan in 1925, where she quickly made a name for herself as a distinguished artist. She went on to display her work in elite galleries throughout Europe. Some of her other remarkable works and accomplishments include “The Russian Singer,” “Adam and Eve,” and being the first female artist to grace the cover of Time Magazine in 1936. Lempicka’s unique style, inspired by her mentor Lhote, conveys sensuality and potent femininity. She persisted in painting throughout her life, even after escaping World War II and relocating to the United States. Lempicka’s enduring legacy as a pivotal figure in the Art Deco movement continues to influence modern artists today. An intriguing aspect of Tamara de Lempicka’s background is her exposure to Cubism and her rapid rise to prominence in the refined milieu of 1920s Paris.