Throughout history, society has held countless expectations of how women should be. Traits such as strength, boldness and courage were traditionally reserved for men. Even in art, women were more often depicted on the canvas, rather than standing in front of it. These unwritten rules were there to be broken, and brave female artists rebelled, challenging societal norms and following the call of their muse. One of the loudest and most renowned among them was Frida Kahlo, who showcased her brief yet intense life through uniquely compelling paintings.
‘Among a hundred paintings, mine will always stand out,’ declared Art Deco icon Tamara de Lempicka. What might sound like sheer arrogance is undeniably true. Her opulent coolness; soft bodies amidst hard forms, and luxurious sophistication made de Lempicka an extraordinary artist whose works continue to captivate audiences. She didn’t wait for success, she claimed it. So explore her atmospheric, hedonistic creations, available exclusively with us and transform any space into an artistic salon.
Emotion is often assumed of women, even weaponised against them. Yet it is also emotion that gives rise to art, allows it to speak and ensures its survival over centuries. Hilma af Klint, a pioneer of abstract and occult painting, sought answers to life’s great questions through her art. Her vision of the spiritual found form in magnificently abstract paintings, whose mystical resonance remains undiminished. By visually searching for a higher truth, Af Klint made an invaluable contribution to art and continues to inspire.