Tamara de Lempicka’s paintings epitomise the glamour and modernity of the Art Deco movement, characterised by bold lines, sleek forms and a striking use of light and shadow. Her portraits, often of aristocrats, socialites and self-assured women, exude a cool elegance, with figures rendered in sculptural, almost metallic tones. Works such as Young Lady with Gloves and Tamara in a Green Bugatti capture a world of luxury, independence and refinement. Inspired by Cubism and Neoclassicism, her precise, stylised approach set her apart, making her one of the most celebrated portraitists of the early 20th century.