Erté 1980 Diamond Onyx Pearl 14K Gold Silver Love's Enchantment Pendant Brooch
By Erté
Located in Philadelphia, PA
throughout Stamped for 14 karat gold and sterling silver Fully signed for Erté Circa: 1980s Measures: 1 3/4 x
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Erte 14K Yellow Gold, Silver Mother of Pearl Necklace ER11-122325
By Erté
Located in Southampton, PA
A regal female figure makes a statement at the center of this Erte necklace. The womans face is
Erte Sterling Silver & 14K Gold, Mother Of Pearl Limited Edition Necklace, L18''
By Erté
Located in New York, NY
Extraordinary 1970s–1980s Brutalist Artisan Necklace with Carved Pearl Face & Mixed Metals A stunning and rare example of late 20th-century wearable art, this one-of-a-kind statemen...
Pearl, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Erte 14K Gold, Silver Diamond & Mother of Pearl Pendant Necklace ER12-122325
By Erté
Located in Southampton, PA
This breathtaking Erte necklace features a stunning sense of movement. This piece's circular
Diamond
Vintage ERTÈ Vermeil “Numbers” Bracelet In Sterling Silver
By Erté
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
-born French artist Erté is sourced from a limited run of 259 for a piece of jewelry that doubles as a
14k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Erte Romain De Tirtoff Gold and Gem set Necklace
By Erté
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s Erte "Romain De Tirtoff" Necklace in the Classic Erte Art Deco Style, the pendant
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
$2,760Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.46 in L 1.86 in
Erté Art Deco Style "Beloved Brooch", Circa 1980s USA Only
By Erté
Located in Northampton, MA
This is a rare, original limited edition Erté silver, 14K yellow gold, mother-of-pearl, and diamond
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Silver
Erte La Courbe Bracelet Carved Mother of Pearl Gold and Silver Sterling
By Erté
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Of Pearl sterling silver 14k gold 110.42 grams 2.75 wide Erte CFA stamped
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Erte .3 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Sterling Silver Mother of Pearl Onyx Brooch
By Erté
Located in Stamford, CT
From designer Erté comes this Loves Enchantment, Ca 1980 sterling silver and yellow gold, onyx
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Erte Necklace-Brooch & Earrings in Diamonds Gold Silver & Cabochon Black Onyx
By Erté
Located in New York, NY
mother of pearl ( an iconic Erte image )surrounded by a 14k white gold headress that is incrusted with
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, Silver
Erté Folies Diamond Onyx Mother of Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace and Earrings Set
By Erté
Located in Southampton, PA
14k yellow gold, diamond, mother of pearl, black onyx, necklace and earrings set from Erte titled
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Erte 14k Yellow Gold Amethyst and Diamond Peacock Ring
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Erté 14k yellow gold ring features a graceful peacock motif set with approximately
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Erte 14k Yellow Gold 0.75tcw Amethyst and Diamond Peacock Ring
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Erté 14k yellow gold ring features a graceful peacock motif set with approximately
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Magnificent Erte Necklace/Brooch in Sterling/14K with Rock Crystal and Diamonds
By Erté
Located in Teaneck, NJ
Rare, magnificent Erte Necklace/Brooch in Sterling/14K with Rock Crystal, CFA, signed and original
Erté 14k Yellow Gold Amethyst MOP & DiamondPear Cocktail Ring
By Erté
Located in Montclair, NJ
Stamp: Erté 14K Condition: Shows some light wear. Excellent condition! Stock Number: MK-36041096
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Erté Beauty and the Beast 14K Yellow Gold Necklace
By Erté
Located in Henderson, NV
Circa 1980's Erté limited edition " Beauty and the Beast" 14k yellow gold necklace with Diamonds
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Designer ERTE Sophistication 14K Gold & Silver Diamond Pearl Statement Necklace
By Erté
Located in Montclair, NJ
Erte, Romain de Tirtoff. It is crafted in solid sterling silver and solid 14k yellow gold, and features
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver
Erte Lapis Gold Ring
By Erté
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1980s, Erte, 14k,USA. Erte, a Russian aristocrat ex-pat working in Paris, created a body of
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold
ERTE "Tempest" Cuff Bracelet
By Erté
Located in Chicago, IL
Large Sterling Silver and 14K White Gold " Tempest" Cuff Bracelet in the Famous Erte Art Deco Style
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Erte Brooch Necklace
By Erté
Located in Vaughan, CA
which is inscribed with CFA sterling & 14k and Erte on the mother of pearl. A unique piece to add to
Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold
Erte' "A" from the Alphabet Collection Black Onyx & Diamond 14K Gold Brooch
By Erté
Located in Henderson, NV
: Height: 61.6 mm Width: 36 mm Weight: 21.9 grams Hallmarked with Erte's signature, "CFA 14K 23". In 1929
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Erte Aventurine Onyx Diamond Gold Necklace
By Erté
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1979 Erte "Aventurine" Necklace in the Famous Erte Art deco style, the pendant
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold
Erté 1970's Sapphire Diamond Silver 14K Vintage Sophistication Necklace Brooch
By Erté
Located in Philadelphia, PA
14 karat gold and sterling silver Fully signed for Erté Inscribed with edition number 10/156; titled
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Erte Diamond Gold Dream Voyage Earrings
By Erté
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980 Erte Dream Voyage Earrings, 14K Yellow gold and Sterling silver accents and further set
Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Erte Nocturne Pearl Diamond Gold Necklace
By Erté
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990 Erte Nocturne Necklace, 32 inch long 6 strand fresh water pearl necklace with 14K yellow
Diamond, Moonstone, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold
Erte Exotique Onyx Diamond Silver Gold Earrings
By Erté
Located in Montreal, QC
diamonds and onyx. A limited production signed and numbered: Erte 53/500 CFA 14k & S/S; approx. size: 2.13
Diamond, Onyx, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold
Erte Gold Silver & Gem set Sophistication Necklace
By Erté
Located in Chicago, IL
circa 1984 Sophistication Necklace by Erte, 14K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver, Finely textured
Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Erté 1970's Diamond Onyx Mother-Of-Pearl 14K Gold Vintage Aventurine Necklace
By Erté
Located in Philadelphia, PA
below a grooved bar with chain tassel and depicting the portrait of a woman in profile Based on Erté
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
Erte “Salome” Brooch Pendant and Bead Necklace
By Erté
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Designer: Erte Material: 14k white gold and sterling silver Gemstone Details: Onyx beads measuring
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Sterlin...
Erte Yellow Gold Diamond and Amethyst "Peacock" Ring
By Erté
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s Erte ' Peacock" collection Ring, 14K Yellow Gold. Measuring 1 inch in length X 3/8 inch
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold
Erte Fantasy Collection Gem Set Gold Dangle Earrings
By Erté
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980 Erte Fantasy collection Dangle earrings, 14K yellow gold set with Rubies and Diamonds
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Art Deco Style Gem set Brooch by Erte
By Erté
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a Signed and numbered Brooch by Erte set with Sapphires and Diamonds and having a Carved
Diamond, Sapphire, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold
ERTE Gold Diamond Onyx "Beauty Of The Beast" Necklace
By Erté
Located in Southampton, PA
: ERTE 250/250 14k YOUR PRICE: $4,700 *FREE Shipping within the United States*
Diamond, Onyx, Tourmaline, Citrine, 14k Gold
Sold
H 1.95 in L 18 in
Signed Erté Rubies & Diamonds L'Amour Heart Pendant Necklace Fine Estate Jewelry
By Erté
Located in Montreal, QC
carat weight. Necklace measures approx. 18"long and pendant 1.95"high. Marked: ERTE, CFA, 14K, 44/500
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Erté 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Onyx Alien "X" Alphabet 9 Brooch
By Erté
Located in Philadelphia, PA
closure Stamped 14k for 14 karat gold Numbered and signed Erté CFA Circa: Late 20th century from the
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
W 2.56 in D 181 in L 20 in
ERTE Convertible Necklace Pendant In 14Kt Gold Sterling With Emerald And Diamond
By Erté
Located in Miami, FL
Convertible necklace designed by Erte (1892-1990). Very rare and gorgeous convertible necklace
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling S...
Erté Beauty of the Beast Diamond Amethyst Topaz Onyx Mother-of-pearl Necklace
By Erté
Located in Philadelphia, PA
clasp closure with hinged safety. Stamped 14k for 14 karat gold and tested as platinum. Numbered and
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Ye...
Erté Beauty of the Beast Diamond Amethyst Topaz Onyx Mother-of-pearl Necklace
By Erté
Located in Philadelphia, PA
clasp closure with hinged safety. Stamped 14k for 14 karat gold and tested as platinum. Numbered and
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Ye...
Erte Beauty of the Beast Diamond Onyx Amethyst Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Erté
Located in Southampton, PA
Hallmarks: Erte 14k AP 7 CFA YOUR PRICE: $4,950 *FREE Shipping within the United States* T2554oard
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold
Erte Tirtoff 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Onyx Drop Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Erte Tirtoff Material: 14K yellow gold Dimensions: earrings measure 79mm in length
Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Erte Tirtoff 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Onyx Drop Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Erte Tirtoff Material: 14K yellow gold Dimensions: earrings measure 79mm in length
Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Erte Silver & Gold Necklace
By Erté
Located in New York, NY
6 Strand necklace designed by Erte and made up of Patinated Sterling Silver beads interspersed
Sterling Silver, 14k Gold
Erte Folies Diamond Gold Necklace
By Erté
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s Erte "Folies" Necklace,14K Yellow Gold framed Pendant portion measuring 2 1/4
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold
Erté Tempest Silver Cuff Bracelet
By Erté
Located in Bethesda, MD
Large Sterling Silver and 14 karat Gold " Tempest" Cuff Bracelet in the Famous Erte Art Deco Style
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Erte Gem Set Gold Fantasy Earrings
By Erté
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980 Erte Fantasy collection Dangle earrings, 14K yellow gold set with Sapphires and Diamonds
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Erte Beauty and the Beast Necklace
By Erté
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s Erte " Beauty and the Beast" Necklace, 14k Yellow Gold, Diamonds, Onyx and
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold
Erte Silver and Yellow Gold Earrings
By Erté
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s Erte Earrings, Sterling Silver and 14K yellow Gold in an Art Deco textured Feather
14k Gold, Silver
Erte Diamond Silver Gold "Manhattan" Brooch
By Erté
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s Erte " Manhattan " Brooch, Sterling silver with 3 Dimensional 14K yellow Gold Art Deco
Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
1980s Erte Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet
By Erté
Located in Hicksville, NY
This 1980s Signed, Limited Edition 176/600 Erte Sterling Silver and 14K Yellow Gold Cuff Bracelet
Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Erté 2002 0.56 CTW Diamond 14K Two-Tone Gold Alphabet J Lady Brooch Necklace
By Erté
Located in Philadelphia, PA
looped bale With a hinged pinstem and locking closure Stamped for 14 karat gold Fully signed for Erté
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Erte Gold and Gem Set Rayonnement Ring
By Erté
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s Erte "Rayonnement" Ring 14K Yellow Gold and set with a Fine Color Oval Emerald
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Erte Alouette Gold Diamonds and Topaz Ring
By Erté
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990 Erte Alouette 14k Yellow Gold Ring in the famous Erte Art Deco style the ring measures 1
Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold
Erte Alouette Gold Diamonds and Topaz Ring
By Erté
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s Erte Alouette 14k Yellow Gold Ring in the famous Erte Art Deco style the ring measures
Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold
Erte Gem Set Silver Gold Feather Brooch
By Erté
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980 Erte 14K yellow Gold and sterling silver feather Brooch, set with Diamonds, Sapphires
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Erte Gem Silver Gold Tempest Cuff Bracelet
By Erté
Located in Chicago, IL
Large Sterling Silver and 14K White Gold " Tempest" Cuff Bracelet in the Famous Erte Art Deco Style
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Erte Tempest Sterling and Gold Cuff Bracelet
By Erté
Located in Chicago, IL
Large Sterling Silver and 14K White Gold " Tempest" Cuff Bracelet in the Famous Erte Art Deco Style
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Erte Gem Set Silver Gold Sophistication Necklace
By Erté
Located in Chicago, IL
circa 1984 Sophistication Necklace by Erte, 14K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver, Finely textured
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Erte The Foxes Gem set Gold Suite
By Erté
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980 "Foxes" Suite By Erte, consisting of 14K Yellow Gold earrings and a necklace of 14K
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Erte Juno Ruby Diamond Gold Bird Necklace/Brooch
By Erté
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s Erte Juno 14K Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Bird Necklace which also breaks down to
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Erte Yellow Gold Diamond and Amethyst "Peacock" Ring
By Erté
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s Erte ' Peacock" collection Ring, 14K Yellow Gold. Measuring 1 inch in length X 3/8 inch
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold
Erte Yellow Gold Diamond and Amethyst "Peacock" Ring
By Erté
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s Erte ' Peacock" collection Ring, 14K Yellow Gold. Measuring 1 inch in length X 3/8 inch
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold
Erte Juno Ruby Diamond Gold Bird Necklace/Brooch
By Erté
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s Erte Juno 14K Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Bird Necklace which also breaks down to
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Erte Gem Set Silver Gold Salome Pendant brooch
By Erté
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s Erte "Salome" Brooch pendant, Sterling silver, 14K yellow Gold, Diamonds, Rubies
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 14k Gold
Erte Alphabet Letter F Diamond Nymph Brooch Pin
By Erté
Located in Bethesda, MD
From Erte's alphabet collection, the letter "F". The letter "FF is depicted in 14 karat white and
Diamond, 14k Gold
1970s Erte Onyx Diamond Sterling and Gold Bracelet
By Erté
Located in Hicksville, NY
1970s Erte Designer Sterling Silver and 14 Karat Gold Diamond and Onyx Bracelet A necklace made by
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold
Erte Sophistication Sapphire Diamond Silver Gold Necklace + Pin
By Erté
Located in Southampton, PA
14k Yellow Gold & Silver Diamond Sapphire Brooch Necklace by Erte. This elegant piece is titled
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Gold, Silver
Erte Beloved Gold Silver and Gem Set Brooch
By Erté
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s Erte Sterling Silver and 14K yellow Gold Beloved Brooch in the famous Erte Art Deco
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
1980s Erte Gem Set Silver Gold M Brooch
By Erté
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s Erte 14K yellow Gold and Sterling Silver M, art to wear Brooch, set with Rubies and
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Erte "Peacock" Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring
By Erté
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s Erte ' Peacock" collection Ring, 14K Yellow Gold. Measuring 7/8 inch in length X 3/8
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Erte Tempest Sterling Silver and Gold Cuff Bracelet
By Erté
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s large Sterling Silver and 14K White Gold " Tempest" Cuff Bracelet in the Famous Erte
Onyx, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Ring 25ct natural Blue Sapphire solid 18K Gold Ø 4.75 US /9.6gr
Located in SE
Luxurious Antique Ring in Renaissance style, band and crown tested solid 18K Gold,not hallmarked, European, ca. XVIII - early XIX centuries. Huge cabochon of natural Light - Blue Sa...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
$35,000
H 2.76 in W 3.55 in D 2.76 in
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Tiara Haircomb Necklace, circa 1880s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Haircomb Necklace, ca. 1880s A very unusual and stunning Victorian crown, set with fiery opal cabochons and old-mine cut diamonds, from the 1880s. T...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian Tiara with Diamond Star - c.1890
Located in London, GB
We are exceptionally delighted to offer this spectacular Victorian diamond star tiara made c.1890. The tiara will come in a fully fitted presentation case as photographed. Upon pond...
Diamond, Gold
Antique Angel Skin Coral Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
Clothes, and especially jewelry, affect our mood. By wearing an antique coral necklace and white pants, you agree in advance that today is not the time to worry about anything. Thi...
Coral, 10k Gold
Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline and Diamond Five Row Pave Ring
Located in New York, NY
A Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline and Diamond Five Row Pave Ring made in 18 Karat Yellow Gold. The weight of the Paraiba Tourmaline is appx. 1.61 carats and the weight of the diamonds i...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold
GRS Certified 2.80 Carat Paraiba Tourmaline Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite platinum ring showcases a mesmerizing 2.80 carat oval Paraiba tourmaline, glowing with a captivating bluish-green hue. Originating from Brazil, this rare gemstone has ...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum
$3,489Sale Price|30% Off
W 1.06 in D 0.31 in L 1.26 in
Art Nouveau 1900 Opalescent Enameled Orchid Pendant Brooch In 14Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
An art nouveau enamel Orchid pendant-brooch. An exceptional pendant-brooch in the shape of an orchid flower, created in America during the Art Nouveau period, back in the 1900. This...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$125,000
H 4.5 in Dm 5.75 in L 17 in
Elegant 18K White Gold, Turquoise and Diamond Encrusted Crown, Fit for a Queen
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This very important 18k white gold vintage crown is set with a total of exactly 60.08ct of round brilliant cut and baguette diamonds, and with thirty four panels of vintage turquoise...
Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold, 18k Gold
$3,540
W 0.4 in D 0.16 in L 0.87 in
Black Opal, Diamond Pendant, Lightning Ridge, Australia, Vivid Red Flash
Located in Northampton, MA
Black opals from the Lightning Ridge mines in Australia are the rarest and most valuable opals on earth. And Lightning Ridge black opals that display a vivid red flash are the most v...
Diamond, Black Opal, 18k Gold
$325,000
Damiani Diamond and Pearls Tiara
By Damiani
Located in Geneva, CH
Exceptional Tiara by Damiani. Diamonds, pearls Metal: white gold 18K (no rhodium plating). Diamonds weight: 41,50 carats color G-H clarity VVS-VS Japanese pearls: 9,60 grams. Total ...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, White Gold
Cabochon Amethyst Diamond Ring Circle Fine Art Vintage 14k Gold Sz 5 Jewelry
By Circle Fine Art
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish amethyst & diamond dome ring crafted in 14 karat yellow gold (circa 1980s to 1990s). Cabochon cut amethyst measures 12mm x 9.5mm. 18 diamonds total an estimated 0.09 carats...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Multi Strand Pearl & Diamond Choker Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Multi Strand Pearl & Diamond Choker Necklace A choker featuring 12 strands of cultured pearls set with diamond spacers & a center pave diamond pendant. Approximate diamond weight:...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Issac Nussbaum GIA Certified 18 Carat Oval Diamond H Color VS1 Clarity Ring.
By Issac Nussbaum
Located in New York, NY
Imagine capturing a moment that lasts a lifetime with this stunning, 18K WG 18 Carat Natural Oval Shape Diamond Ring. The diamond is near colorless,(GIA Certified H color VS1 clari...
Diamond, Platinum
Born Romain de Tirtoff (1892–1990) in St. Petersburg, Russia, to an aristocratic family, the artist known as Erté — a pseudonym derived from the French pronunciation of his initials — was a Renaissance man of the art and design world. He worked in graphic arts, interior design, fashion, jewelry and set design for the stage and silver screen, becoming a leader of the Art Deco style.
Moving to Paris in 1912, Erté worked as a fashion designer under couturier Paul Poiret before securing a job with Harper’s Bazaar as a cover artist. Over 22 years, Erté created more than 240 magazine covers alongside his ongoing work in fashion design.
Extending his prolific career into theater sets, costumes, prints and lithographs, Erté became one of the most famous artists of the era. His style — a combination of the nature-inspired flourishes of Art Nouveau and bold, geometric linework — directly contributed to the birth of Art Deco, earning him the nickname “the Father of Art Deco.”
After a lull of creative production in the 1940s and 1950s, Erté reentered the public eye in the 1960s, when a renewed interest in Art Deco had taken shape.
Creating colorful lithographs, bold serigraphs (silk-screen prints) and bronze sculptures, he contributed to a resurgence of the style in France and beyond. This late-life acclaim for his art led to exhibitions in museums and galleries all over the world as well as his first published monograph in 1970. That same year he was awarded the title of Chevalier du Mérite Artistique et Cultural and in 1976 was named Officier des Arts et Lettres by the French government.
Today, Erté’s works are in the collections of the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum, in New York, the Victoria and Albert Museum in London and LACMA in Los Angeles.
On 1stDibs, browse a collection of Erté art, including fine art prints, paintings and other works.
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.