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.
Vintage ERTÈ Vermeil “Numbers” Bracelet In Sterling Silver
By Erté
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
Cast in sterling silver and treated with a vermeil gold finish, this vintage bracelet by Russian-born French artist Erté is sourced from a limited run of 259 for a piece of jewelry t...
14k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
$2,760Sale Price|20% Off
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 brooch created in the early 1980s. This particular broo...
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, 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 pendant comes to life thanks to intricate metalwork, sparkling Diamonds, and luminous Mot...
Diamond
Erte Necklace-Brooch & Earrings in Diamonds Gold Silver & Cabochon Black Onyx
By Erté
Located in New York, NY
This show stopper Art Deco Style necklace by the renowned Artist Erte is a limited edition piece 64/250 . The necklace is called sophistication and the centerpiece is a flapper woma...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, Silver
Erte Vintage La Belle by Erté Onyx Diamond Statement Necklace
By Erté
Located in Miami, FL
This exceptional La Belle by Erté Sleeping Beauty vintage necklace (circa 1980) showcases masterful artistry and timeless elegance. The pendant features a finely carved three-dimensi...
Diamond, Onyx
Erté 1980 Diamond Onyx Pearl 14K Gold Silver Love's Enchantment Pendant Brooch
By Erté
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a disk shaped pendant depicting a woman wearing headdress in profile Centering a 45.0 mm round onyx tablet bezel set with a highly rendered overlay Opaque glossy black - ...
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, 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 portion measures 1 1/2 inches in diameter and has a heavy 14k Yellow Gold frame with a B...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Erte La Courbe Bracelet Carved Mother of Pearl Gold and Silver Sterling
By Erté
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This magnificent cuff bracelet made of sterling silver, rich in detail and lines, was created by the designer Erte. Based on the artist’s costume design for the stage presentation of “The Tale of the Golden Fleece”, the mythological creature is depicted in this limited edition piece of wearable art. Entitled La Courbe, “ the curve” refers to the with a hand carved mother of pearl face, framed in 14k yellow gold. this bracelet was based on the artist's costume design for a stage presentation of The Tale of the Golden Fleece. The, title which means "the curve" in English, would seem to refer to the convulation of the ram's horns. The, weigh of this magnificent bracelet is 110.42grams with a "CFA" "ERTE" stamped in the inside of the bracelet. Rich in details and lines Perfect adornment La Courbe Carved Mother Of Pearl sterling silver 14k gold 110.42 grams 2.75 wide Erte CFA...
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, Mother of pearl and diamond brooch. Elegance blooms in every detail. 4 round brilliant...
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 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 crafted from Mother of Pearl but its her glistening, gemstone encrusted headdress tha...
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 "Folies." With Mother of Pearl, Black Onyx, Diamonds. This exceptionally rare piece of ERTE jewelry...
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Yellow Gold
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
14k Gold Love Knot Diamond Pendant Necklace Diamond Love Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Valentine Jewelry Love Knot Diamond Pendant Necklace Diamond Love Necklace Infinity Knot Pendant Necklace 14k Solid Gold Natural Pave Diamond. Delicate Minimal Necklace made of 14k ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Mother of Pearl Butterfly and Diamond Necklace in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Necklace Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 2.4 Grams Chain Length: 16" Pendant Measurements: 11.75 mm x 16.29 mm Diamond Count: 2 Diamond Carat Weight:...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,480Sale Price|20% Off
H 1.5 in W 8 in D 1.25 in Dm 2.5 in L 8 in
Vintage Italian Sterling Silver Geometric Row Link Bracelet
Located in North Miami, FL
This fabulous vintage Italian geometric and sculptural vintage 3 row hallmarked sterling silver Italian bracelet is marked 925 with an...
Sterling Silver
Nina Ricci Large Gold Plated Butterfly Brooch circa 1980s
By Nina Ricci
Located in London, GB
Fabulous Nina Ricci large gold plated shiny butterfly brooch, the back is textured. Measuring length 5.3cm / 2.08 inches by width 5.2cm / 2.05 inches. There is some scratching to the...
Gold Plate
Vintage Sterling Silver Signed Buckle Bracelet 70's
Located in North Miami, FL
This vintage sterling silver buckle bracelet is marked Mexico and with numbers. It is marked TC-254 925. This is a classic bracelet that remains timeless! One can wear many buckle bracelets...
Sterling Silver
Vintage Sterling Silver Buckle Bracelet
Located in North Miami, FL
This beautifully made and substantial signed hallmarked sterling silver buckle bracelet fits many sizes. On the third hole it fits a sm...
Sterling Silver
$719Sale Price|30% Off
H 5.12 in W 2.37 in D 0.79 in
Stanley Hagler classic gold plated flower brooch 1980s USA
By Stanley Hagler
Located in Stuttgart, DE
This 1980s floral brooch is a classic Hagler composition incorporating 2 large white flower with a clear butterfly and clear leave, seed pearls in green, blue red and white, and fil...
Gold Plate
Gucci Vintage Sterling Silver Iconic Buckle Bracelet
By Gucci
Located in Nice, FR
GUCCI vintage iconic sterling silver curb chain bracelet featuring a buckle design clasp with browm enamel detailing. Embossed GUCCI ITALY. Sterling silver 925 hallmark. Embossed BR...
Sterling Silver
$1,829Sale Price / item|20% Off
Modern Onyx Diamond White Gold Dangle Necklace for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Necklace (More Colors Available) Diamond 82-0,25-4/6A Onyx 5-4,25 ct Weight 7,48 grams Size 45 sm With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA ...
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Sterling Silver Square "Byzantine Link" Bracelet
Located in valatie, NY
Vintage Sterling Silver Square "Byzantine Link" Bracelet. The classic Byzantine square link is very complicated and made up of multiple links. It is marked sterling on the lobster-claw clasp. Trent Antiques has been a respected name in antiques for over 30 years with a large collection of period furniture...
Sterling Silver
7.5 Carat Citrine and Diamond Belle Époque Gold Vintage Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Belle Époque Solitaire Citrine and Diamond Silver on Gold Pendant Necklace. Centering a securely nestled Hand set 7.5 Carat Citrine artfully surrounded by Diamonds,...
Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
$2,460Sale Price|20% Off
L 18 in
Natural Uncut Diamonds green onyx Sterling silver necklace with earrings
Located in Delhi, DL
This gorgeous Floral Style necklace set is unique in itself. It has been created by the fine artisans using Natural real Uncut Diamond and Moonstone. The Gemstones and Diamonds have ...
Diamond, Onyx, Sterling Silver
Erte Vintage Yellow Gold Diamond and Amethyst "Peacock" Ring
By Erté
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s Erte Romain de Tirtoff "Peacock" collection Ring, 14K Yellow Gold. Measuring 1 inch in length X 3/8 inch wide. Centrally set with a Marquise Amethyst and surrounded by Di...
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold
Erte "La Mer" Yellow Gold and Gem set Earrings
By Erté
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s Erte Art Deco Style 14k Yellow Gold "La Mer" Earrings, measuring 3 1/2 inches in length, a Fan style top portion measuring 3/4 inch wide set with Rubies and Onyx, Omega c...
Ruby, 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, Onyx and Mother of Pearl. The pendant features an elegant depiction of a stylized fi...
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Erté 14k Yellow Gold Amethyst MOP & DiamondPear Cocktail Ring
By Erté
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Amethyst - Oval Cut - Prong Set - Vivid Purple Color - 9x7.1mm (approx.) (1) Genuine Cultured Mother Of Pearl - Custom Cut - Bezel Set - White Color...
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Erté 1970's Diamond Onyx Mother-Of-Pearl 14K Gold Vintage Aventurine Necklace
By Erté
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of a Greek key motif scrolling link chain suspending an octagonal-shaped station Set below a grooved bar with chain tassel and depicting the portrait of a woman in profile Based on Erté's 1919 painting...
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
Erté 1970's Sapphire Diamond Silver 14K Vintage Sophistication Necklace Brooch
By Erté
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of hinged panels with a stipple texture throughout and organically jagged edges Sterling silver with segments of yellow gold and centering an elongated station Depicting a ...
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Erte 1980's Diamond Onyx 14 Karat Yellow Gold Silver Aphrodite Brooch Necklace
By Erté
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of a tiered wave motif link chain with a round central station - detachable as brooch Designed as a 45.0 mm round onyx tablet bezel set with a highly rendered overlay Opaqu...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Erté 2002 0.56 CTW Diamond 14K Two-Tone Gold Alphabet J Lady Brooch Necklace
By Erté
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of yellow gold cable link chain suspending a stylized lady pendant Chain features diamonds-by-the-yard stations bezel set in white gold stations Pendant depicts a lady stan...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Erté Sterling Silver Figural Numbers Bracelet
By Erté
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Erté (1892-1990) sterling silver and vermeil figural numbers bracelet made for Circle Fine Art Galleries. Links 0 through 9 each representing a female form. The bracelet has a box ...
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Erte' "A" from the Alphabet Collection Black Onyx & Diamond 14K Gold Brooch
By Erté
Located in Henderson, NV
Amazing Erte' black onyx and diamond brooch, featuring the letter "A" composed of two ballet dancers in 14 karat gold and studded with pa...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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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, created in Paris France by the artist and designer Erte. This necklace is part of an ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling S...
Erté 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Onyx Alien "X" Alphabet 9 Brooch
By Erté
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring a 35.0 x 50.0 mm rectangular onyx tablet with raised edges Centering an alien figure in an "X" position with diamond accents and black enamel throughout Onyx is opaque glos...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold