“My Portrait (Self-Portrait in the Green Bugatti)” is a notable artwork created by Tamara de Lempicka in 1929, utilizing oil on a panel. As a prominent example of the Art Deco movement, the self-portrait measures 35 x 27 cm and is currently held in a private collection.
The artwork depicts the artist, Tamara de Lempicka, seated in a vibrant green Bugatti, exuding an aura of sophistication and modernity inherent to the Art Deco style. The composition captures de Lempicka’s poised elegance, framed against the luxurious automobile with meticulous attention to graphic, angular lines and sharp contours. The cool green hues of the Bugatti contrast with the warm skin tones and intricate details of de Lempicka’s face, emphasizing both her refined beauty and the sleek modernity of the machine. The painting encapsulates the essence of early 20th-century glamour and reflects the artist’s bold exploration of self-identity and modern life.
