Tamara de Lempicka died in Cuernavaca, Mexico, her ashes scattered over Popocatépetl.
On March 18, 1980, Tamara de Lempicka passed away in Cuernavaca, Mexico, closing the chapter on a life that had seen her acclaimed as a leading figure of the Art Deco movement. Her passing marked the end of an era defined by her modernist approach to portraiture. True to her dramatic life, her ashes were scattered over the volcanic landscape of Popocatépetl, a testament to her fiery spirit and enduring legacy. Her artistic contributions continue to inspire, becoming integral to collections worldwide and securing her place in the annals of art history.