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.
Erte "Pillow Swing" Bronze Wall Sculpture
By Erté
Located in Toledo, OH
"Pillow Swing" Bronze Wall Sculpture, 1990, Art Deco Style, Great condition, does have a few scratches consistent with usage and age, as shown in photos. Plaque dimensions: 13.5" x 10.5", Overall dimensions: 24.5" x 22". About the Artist. Erte—a...
Bronze
Decorative Hammered Bronze Wall Sculpture 1970s
Located in Florence, IT
Decorative Bronze Wall Sculpture created by layering hammered bronze circles, some of which have been oxidized by time and enhance the patina of the artwork
Bronze
$960Sale Price|20% Off
H 31 in W 51 in D 6.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Leaf Bronze Wall Sculpture by Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Plainview, NY
A beautiful Mid-Century Modern maple leaf design wall sculpture by Curtis Jere. The brutalist style leaf is handmade of quality bronze and b...
Bronze
Large Brutalist Patinated Bronze Wall Sculpture by Enrico Donati
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare Brutalist bronze wall sculpture by Enrico Donati. Stunning patina. From a very small edition of 6. Signed. Strong back brackets f...
Bronze
$2,200
H 48 in W 39 in D 1.25 in
Monumental Mid-Century Modern Cast Bronze Tree Wall Sculpture, circa 1950s
Located in Essex, MA
A striking and highly sculptural mid-century modern wall sculpture depicting a bare, ancient tree rendered in richly detailed cast bronze. Dating to the 1950s, this exceptional piec...
Bronze
Large Bronze Moon Wall Mounted Sculpture
By Michel Pichard
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Bronze and resin moon wall-mounted sculpture by the French artist Michel Pichard Unique piece Measures: larger dimensions 150 cm diameter for 20 cm depth.
Bronze
1970s Abstract Brutalist Bronze Wall Art Sculpture
By Paul Evans
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a 1970s Abstract Brutalist Bronze Wall Art Sculpture Dimensions:L 33 h x 20 w x 13 d Preowned original vintage condi...
Bronze
$1,350Sale Price|20% Off
H 72.84 in W 31.5 in D 3.94 in
Brutalist "Timeless Elegance:Bronze Wall Sculpture
Located in Oirlo, LI
What an impressive art piece! Brutalist wall sculptures like this one, cast in bronze, are remarkable not only for their robust and distinctive appearance but also for their timeless...
Bronze
$2,005
H 21 in W 22 in D 9.5 in
Stunning & Large Antique Bronze Wall Lamp / Candle Sconce with Goddess Sculpture
Located in Lisse, NL
One of a kind, five-arm bronze wall fixture that can also be made electrical. This large and all handcrafted sconce is a joy to own and look at, also if there are no candles in it. ...
Bronze
Brass & Bronze Sailboats & Dock Wall Sculpture Signed by Curtis Jere
By C. Jeré Artisan House
Located in San Diego, CA
Fantastic brass wall sculpture signed C, Jere for Artisan House, circa 1970's bronze & brass rare and beautiful piece in patinated original finish.
Brass, Bronze
19th Century Wall Bronze Sculpture of Putto and Acanthus Leaves
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This exquisite 19th century French bronze Putto captures the spirit of classical ornamentation and Romantic artistry. Cast in high relief, the oval plaque features a central figure o...
Bronze
$2,209
H 22.2 in W 15.2 in D 1.9 in
Large Solid Bronze Antique Jugendstil Wall Sculpture Plaque of a Mourning Female
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning bronze wall plaque with a maker's monogram. In the earliest years of the 1900s much of the daily life in Europe was overshadowed by the horrors of the first world war. Lo...
Bronze
$3,900 / set
H 24 in W 28 in D 9 in
A pair of large bronze figurative wall hanging sculptures, 20th century
Located in View Park, CA
A pair of mid century modern bronze figurative wall hanging sculptures, 20th century. These two works depict one figure climbing a ladder and the other a stair, arms extended out tow...
Bronze
Erte "Dream Voyage" Art Deco Framed Silk Scarf
By Erté
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
An Erte art deco framed silk scarf titled "Dream Voyage". This gorgeous silk scarf is from Russian-born French artist Erte. This piece depicts a dreamy...
Silk
Erte "Wings of Victory" Art Deco Framed Silk Scarf
By Erté
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
An Erte "Wings of Victory" Art Deco framed silk scarf. This stunning piece is from Russian-born French artist Erte. This piece depicts a female figure ...
Silk