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Gem Pursuit

Art Deco Icon in NYC

  • S8E17
  • 32:00
  • May 13th 2024

Courtville recently displayed at an incredible antiques fair in the Metropolitan Pavilion in New York and our very own Alyce got to check out an exhibition of one of the most prestigious art deco artists while on her travels. 

Tamara de Lempicka had a fascinating life, one that has now been made into a broadway musical. Her unique, standout style had a lasting impact on the Art Deco movement, and her own collection of art, jewellery and antiques is heavily influenced by artists of the time. 

Alyce takes us with her on her exploration of Lempicka in NYC, from Broadway to the Sotheby’s exhibition, along with sharing what she learned about this formidable female icon. 


THINGS WE SPOKE ABOUT

  • The story of Tamara de Lempicka’s life 
  • Flourishing in the Art Deco period in Paris 
  • Lempicka’s stand out style compared to other art deco artists 
  • Art deco jewellery featured in Lempicka’s art work and personal collection 
  • Visiting the Tamara de Lempicka exhibition in Sotheby’s NYC 


MORE INFORMATION

Tamara de Lempicka Exhibition 

https://www.sothebys.com/en/digital-catalogues/the-world-of-tamara-a-celebration-of-lempicka-art-deco


Social Media

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QUOTES

Her name is synonymous with the art in which she created and has for a long time lived on the fringes of pop culture. - Alyce Ketcher 


When we look at her pieces, she is probably the only artist who has ever really taken the essence of the Art Deco period, and actually put it on canvas. - Alyce Ketcher 


Tamara de Lempicka was known for enjoying all the things of the Art Deco period, and that was not limited to fashion that you wore, but also jewels that glittered and accessorized those outfits. Many of her portraits will have gorgeous pieces of jewellery. - Alyce Ketcher 


KEYWORDS

#artdeco #artwork #jewellery #paris #artist #antique

Gem Pursuit

Explore the endlessly fascinating stories behind famous pieces of jewellery. Become captivated by the phenomenal gems that form deep within the earth's crust. Be inspired by some of the most incredible craftspeople and designers the world has ever seen.

Join Matthew Weldon, CEO of Courtville and GIA-certified gemologist Alyce Ketcher on their gem pursuit as they use their unique knowledge, passion and expertise to illuminate the magical and mysterious world of antique and vintage jewellery.

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