Erte, originally Romain de Tirtoff, was born on November 23, 1892 in St. Petersburg, Russia and died on April 21, 1990. As a child he was fixated on his dads Persian miniatures, which carried much influence throughout his career as an artist.
At the age of eighteen Erte moved to France where he changed his name and began to create designs for fashion, costumes, sets, and publications. At this time his work influenced fashion, art, and design throughout the whole world and started an art movement known as “Art Deco.”
He is perhaps most recognized for his works at this time, designing extravagant costumes and stage sets for the Folies-Bergère in Paris and George White’s Scandals in New York. After years of success, at the age of 75 he regained inspiration from his childhood creating works of bronze, serigraphy, lithographic prints and sculptures.
Suite: The Alphabet Suite, Edition: from the limited edition of 350, Year: 1976, Medium: Serigraph on Paper, Publisher: Circle Fine Art
Suite: The Alphabet Suite, Edition: from the limited edition of 350, Year: 1976, Medium: Serigraph on Paper, Publisher: Circle Fine Art
Suite: The Alphabet Suite, Edition: from the limited edition of 350, Year: 1976, Medium: Serigraph on Paper, Publisher: Circle Fine Art
Suite: The Alphabet Suite, Edition: from the limited edition of 350, Year: 1976, Medium: Serigraph on Paper, Publisher: Circle Fine Art
Suite: The Alphabet Suite, Edition: from the limited edition of 350, Year: 1976, Medium: Serigraph on Paper, Publisher: Circle Fine Art
Suite: The Alphabet Suite, Edition: from the limited edition of 350, Year: 1976, Medium: Serigraph on Paper, Publisher: Circle Fine Art
Suite: The Alphabet Suite, Edition: from the limited edition of 350, Year: 1976, Medium: Serigraph on Paper, Publisher: Circle Fine Art
Suite: The Alphabet Suite, Edition: from the limited edition of 350, Year: 1976, Medium: Serigraph on Paper, Publisher: Circle Fine Art
Suite: The Alphabet Suite, Edition: from the limited edition of 350, Year: 1976, Medium: Serigraph on Paper, Publisher: Circle Fine Art
Suite: The Alphabet Suite, Edition: from the limited edition of 350, Year: 1976, Medium: Serigraph on Paper, Publisher: Circle Fine Art
Suite: The Alphabet Suite, Edition: from the limited edition of 350, Year: 1976, Medium: Serigraph on Paper, Publisher: Circle Fine Art
Suite: The Alphabet Suite, Edition: from the limited edition of 350, Year: 1976, Medium: Serigraph on Paper, Publisher: Circle Fine Art
Suite: The Alphabet Suite, Edition: from the limited edition of 350, Year: 1976, Medium: Serigraph on Paper, Publisher: Circle Fine Art
Suite: The Alphabet Suite, Edition: from the limited edition of 350, Year: 1976, Medium: Serigraph on Paper, Publisher: Circle Fine Art
Suite: The Alphabet Suite, Edition: from the limited edition of 350, Year: 1976, Medium: Serigraph on Paper, Publisher: Circle Fine Art
Suite: The Alphabet Suite, Edition: from the limited edition of 350, Year: 1976, Medium: Serigraph on Paper, Publisher: Circle Fine Art
Suite: The Alphabet Suite, Edition: from the limited edition of 350, Year: 1976, Medium: Serigraph on Paper, Publisher: Circle Fine Art
Suite: The Alphabet Suite, Edition: from the limited edition of 350, Year: 1976, Medium: Serigraph on Paper, Publisher: Circle Fine Art
Suite: The Alphabet Suite, Edition: from the limited edition of 350, Year: 1976, Medium: Serigraph on Paper, Publisher: Circle Fine Art
Suite: The Alphabet Suite, Edition: from the limited edition of 350, Year: 1976, Medium: Serigraph on Paper, Publisher: Circle Fine Art
Suite: The Alphabet Suite, Edition: from the limited edition of 350, Year: 1976, Medium: Serigraph on Paper, Publisher: Circle Fine Art
Suite: The Alphabet Suite, Edition: from the limited edition of 350, Year: 1976, Medium: Serigraph on Paper, Publisher: Circle Fine Art
Suite: The Alphabet Suite, Edition: from the limited edition of 350, Year: 1976, Medium: Serigraph on Paper, Publisher: Circle Fine Art
Suite: The Alphabet Suite, Edition: from the limited edition of 350, Year: 1976, Medium: Serigraph on Paper, Publisher: Circle Fine Art
Erte, originally Romain de Tirtoff, was born on November 23, 1892 in St. Petersburg, Russia and died on April 21, 1990. As a child he was fixated on his dads Persian miniatures, which carried much influence throughout his career as an artist.
At the age of eighteen Erte moved to France where he changed his name and began to create designs for fashion, costumes, sets, and publications. At this time his work influenced fashion, art, and design throughout the whole world and started an art movement known as “Art Deco.”
He is perhaps most recognized for his works at this time, designing extravagant costumes and stage sets for the Folies-Bergère in Paris and George White’s Scandals in New York. After years of success, at the age of 75 he regained inspiration from his childhood creating works of bronze, serigraphy, lithographic prints and sculptures.
Erte, originally Romain de Tirtoff, was born on November 23, 1892 in St. Petersburg, Russia and died on April 21, 1990. As a child he was fixated on his dads Persian miniatures, which carried much influence throughout his career as an artist. At the age of eighteen Erte moved to France where he changed his name and began to create designs for fashion, costumes, sets, and publications. At this time his work influenced fashion, art, and design throughout the whole world and started an art movement known as “Art Deco.” He is perhaps most recognized for his works at this time, designing extravagant costumes and stage sets for the Folies-Bergère in Paris and George White’s Scandals in New York. After years of success, at the age of 75 he regained inspiration from his childhood creating works of bronze, serigraphy, lithographic prints and sculptures.
Erté (born Romain de Tirtoff, 1892–1990) was a Russian-born French artist widely celebrated as one of the leading creative forces behind the Art Deco movement. A true multi-disciplinary talent, he worked as a painter, illustrator, printmaker, costume designer, and set designer for theater, film, and fashion. His elegant, elongated figures, luxurious costumes, and glamorous visual style helped define early 20th-century sophistication. Throughout his long career, Erté collaborated with major fashion houses and magazines—most notably Harper’s Bazaar—cementing his legacy as a master of decorative modernism and timeless visual glamour.
He is best known for his elegant, stylized Art Deco illustrations and designs — especially glamorous fashion images, theatrical costume and set designs, and his iconic print Ladies in Waiting. His sophisticated, elongated figures became a signature of early 20th-century glamour.
Erté’s style fused decorative, geometric Art Deco aesthetics with influences from Art Nouveau, Persian miniatures, and classical design. He worked in illustration, gouache, lithography, serigraphy (silkscreen), costume design, sculpture and set design — often creating elegant, highly stylized figures draped in luxurious fashion.
Erté created many iconic works that celebrate glamour, elegance, and the decorative style of the Modern Masters era.
Erté’s Notable Artwork style include:
These artworks capture Erté’s signature style — refined, ornamental, and timelessly chic.
Authentic works by Erté – including original prints, lithographs, serigraphs, illustrations, and sculptures – can be found through reputable galleries, auction houses, and specialized art dealers of Art Deco and modern art. A reliable and trusted source is Dane Fine Art, which offers certified, well-documented pieces by Erté and other recognized artists. Always verify provenance, authenticity certificates, edition numbers, and condition reports before purchasing.