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 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 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
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
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
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Love Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Love Pendant Necklace Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear consistent with age. Length: 16 inches, 0.75 inch pendant Markings: "585" Meta...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$807Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 0.56 in
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
$19,719
H 2.76 in L 24.81 in
Antique La Belle Epoque Edwardian Natural Pearl Diamond Pendant Platinum Gold
Located in Lisbon, PT
Antique La Belle Époque natural pearl and diamond pendant necklace in platinum and gold, Portuguese, circa 1900. This garland jewel of geometric, floral and...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
$668Sale Price|20% Off
Turquoise and Onyx Beaded Tassel Statement Necklace By Lawrence Vrba, 1970s
By Larwence Vrba
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible jewelry piece from the '70s - 32" gold plated boxy link chain - 4.5" tassel pendant drop - Faux turquoise rectangular resin beads - Faux onyx facete...
Black Onyx Topaz Mother of Pearl Flower Pendant Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from sterling silver. These stud earrings are hand set with 3.97 carats black onyx, .55 carats Mother of Pearl and sparkling white topaz in center. See other matching pieces. ...
Onyx, Topaz, Sterling Silver
$318Sale Price|20% Off
Gold Mod Pendant Statement Necklace With Onyx Cabochon By Jomaz, 1970s
By Jomaz
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '70s - 24" double strand chain - 3" x 2.5" pendant - Gold plated - Faux Onyx cabochon - Textured and perforated fini...
Rare Cartier Tortue Mother of Pearl & Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Cartier Tortue Mother of Pearl & Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace. Stunning yellow gold necklace featuring a tortoise shaped pendant. Mother of pearl body with ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Syna Yellow Gold Pendant with Mother of Pearl and Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Mother of pearl 8 carats approx. Diamonds 0.25 carat approx. Limited edition Chain sold separately Handcrafted with 18 karat yellow gold, the Pendant...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$25,520Sale Price|20% Off
L 16.8 in
Vintage Aquamarine Diamond Onyx Mauboussin Paris Necklace in 18K Gold
By Mauboussin
Located in Dallas, TX
Exceptional one-of-a-kind large aquamarine diamond and black onyx necklace attributed to Mauboussin Paris and set in 18 karat yellow gold. This impressive necklace is a vintage creation dating to 1980s and is emblematic of the bold French high-jewelry glamour of that era. A large aquamarine of approximately 24 carats is the highlight of the necklace center pendant and features an ever-elegant emerald-step-cut. The aquamarine displays a rich and lively blue color that lights up beautifully as the necklace is worn. It is also characterized by fine clarity. The vivid aquamarine gemstone floats on top of oval 18 karat yellow gold base which is masterfully inlaid with black onyx and encrusted with sparkling fine white diamonds. The rest of the necklace is composed of elegant oval links, surface of which is accentuated with finely crafted ridges, and diamond set short links in between them. Altogether, the diamonds total approximately 5 carats. The juxtaposition of vivid blue aquamarine against elegant black onyx and a sumptuous frame of glittering diamonds in the pendant, along with the finely crafted necklace links, all make for an incredibly sophisticated and chic statement jewel. The necklace is in excellent condition and bears French hallmarks of the period including a maker’s mark for Péry & Fils which was one of the main jewelry makers for Mauboussin Paris. Also available under separate listings are a bracelet and earrings from the same jewelry suite. Summary: - Vintage necklace dating to 1980s masterfully combines large blue aquamarine, elegant black onyx, white diamonds and 18 karate yellow gold into a bold and chic design that makes for a statement jewel - Featuring large vivid blue aquamarine of approximately 24 carats and of fine clarity - Featuring approximately 5 carats of fine white round diamonds (F-G color) - Necklace measures approximately 16.5 inches (42cm) in length; the center pendant is approximately 1.2 by 1 inch (3cm by 2.6cm) - Attributed to Mauboussin Paris and with French hallmarks of the period including maker’s mark for Péry & Fils (well know Mauboussin jewelry...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Onyx, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mother of Pearl and Onyx 18K Yellow Gold Necklace
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
Mother of Pearl and black onyx intertwine for this necklace of distinction. The shimmering rainbow-hued mother of pearl is carved into rectangle shapes. Cushion carvings of opaque bl...
Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Belle Epoque Chalcedony and Diamond Pendant / Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Belle Epoque chalcedony and diamond pendant, in neoclassical style the two round cabochon-cut chalcedonies within a border of rose-cut diamonds, with rose-cut diamond-set bow surmo...
Chalcedony, Diamond, Platinum
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
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 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
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, 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 Beauty of the Beast Diamond Amethyst Topaz Onyx Mother-of-pearl Necklace
By Erté
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring a 35.0 x 50.0 mm oval onyx tablet with a mother-of-pearl cameo depicting a deco-style woman. In profile with a carved onyx stole and hand painted black facial features. Onyx is opaque glossy black - mother-of-pearl is white with moderate iridescence. Wearing a highly rendered feathered headdress with sweeping engraved feathers. With a high polish gold frame surround and suspending from a cobra chain...
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
Featuring a 35.0 x 50.0 mm oval onyx tablet with a mother-of-pearl cameo depicting a deco-style woman. In profile with a carved onyx stole and hand painted black facial features. Ony...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Ye...
Erte 14kt Gold, Black Onyx and Mother of Pearl Necklace
By Erté
Located in Kingston, NY
Erte 14kt Gold, Black Onyx and Mother of Pearl Necklace. The necklace is set with with 18 Diamonds on an 18 inch chain. Signed and numbe...
Onyx, Pearl, Gold
Erte La Mer Gold Diamond and Topaz Pendant
By Erté
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s Erte "LaMer" 14K Yellow Gold Pendant, measuring 3 3/4 inches in length with the top portion being 3/4 inch wide, set with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds totaling 1/4 carat...
Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold
Erte Beauty of the Beast Diamond Onyx Amethyst Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Erté
Located in Southampton, PA
Stunning 14k yellow gold, diamond, mother of pearl, black onyx, pink tourmaline, citrine, amethyst necklace titled, "Beauty Of The Beast." With Mother of Pearl, Black Onyx, Pink Tou...
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold
Erté Beauty and the Beast Necklace in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
By Erté
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous original Erte "Beauty and the Beast" necklace in 14k yellow gold with multi color amethyst, blue topaz, and white diamonds. 5.75 ct of amethyst and blue topaz, 0.30 ct of w...
Amethyst, Diamond, Onyx, 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 approx. 7.40mm in diameter. Woman silhouette is made from Mother of Pearl Diamond D...
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Sterlin...
Sold
W 1.39 in D 0.18 in L 2.36 in
Erte Alphabet Collection Onyx Letter "J" Brooch Pendant 14 Karat Gold Diamond
By Erté
Located in Tustin, CA
Gorgeous pendant or brooch from Erte, the creator of the Art Deco style, features a black onyx rectangle, bezel set in 14 karat yellow gold with rounded diamond pave corners, with th...
White Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold