20th Century Design Online
Description:
After Romain De Tirtoff, called Erté (Russian, 1892-1990)
Tara, from Alchemist in Erté People I, published by Bloch Gallery and Sevenarts/Art Masters Association, New York, printed by Esquire Products, Pompano Beach, Florida. Color screenprint poster on paper, sheet size 35 7/8 x 23 7/8 in., unmatted, unframed. Condition: Scattered handling creases, dog-ear creases near corners, vertical abrasion to center (measuring approximately 4 in.).
Note: De Tirtoff was a Russian-born French artist and designer known by the pseudonym Erté, from the French pronunciation of his initials. He designed clothing, jewelry, graphic arts, interiors, and costume and set design for film, theatre, and opera. He had a major rejuvenation and much lauded interest in his career during the Art Deco revival of the 1960s at which time he expanded into limited edition prints, bronzes, and wearable art. His work may be found in the collections of the Victoria and Albert Museum, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.
Estimate $100-300
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Keywords
Tara, Romain De Tirtoff, Victoria, Pompano Beach20th Century Design
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