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What is Erté art?
Erté is a pseudonym for Romain de Tirtoff, an artist who created glamorous illustrations of prosperity and luxury. The clean lines and geometric patterns took inspiration from Japanese prints and Greek pottery. Shop a selection of Erté pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
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Soiree - Offset by Erté - 1980
By Erté
Located in Roma, IT
Soiree is an original artwork realized by Erté (Romain de Tirtoff) in 1980. Mixed colored exhibition poster of the artist. Signed on plate ¨Erté; inscribed i...
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1980s Contemporary Figurative Prints

Materials

Offset

Tomorrow Afternoon - Drawing by Erté - 1951
By Erté
Located in Roma, IT
Tomorrow afternoon is a contemporary artwork realized in 1951 by Erté (Romain de Tirtoff). Mixed colored gouache on paper. Hand signed on the lower margin. Titled and numbered "1...
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1950s Art Deco Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Gouache

Elegance, Erté
By Erté
Located in Fairfield, CT
Artist: Erte, Romain de Tirtoff (1892-1990) Title: Elegance Year: 1982 Medium: Bronze Edition: 100/250 Numbered, 12 AP, 9 HC Size: 15 inches Condition: Excellent Inscription: Incised...
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1980s Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Elegance, Erté
$13,200 Sale Price
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Directoire - Porcelain Collector Plate - 1990
By Erté
Located in Roma, IT
Directoire Plate is an original decorative limited edition porcelain plate realized in the 1990s. This very rare plate was produced for House Of Ertè in...
Category

1990s Art Deco More Art

Materials

Porcelain

Art Deco Serigraph entitled Dancers by Erté
By Erté
Located in New York, NY
This striking serigraph by Erté (Romain de Tirtoff) exemplifies the elegance and fluidity of the Art Deco style. Known for his iconic depictions of movement and couture, Erté capture...
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1930s Art Deco Figurative Prints

Materials

Black and White

Original Art Deco Gouache Costume Design Concept Sketch "Stars" by Erté
By Erté
Located in New York, NY
his striking gouache costume design, titled "Stars" and created by the legendary Art Deco artist Erté, showcases his signature blend of elegance, drama, and celestial whimsy. Rendere...
Category

1930s Mixed Media

Materials

Gouache

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