Erte Signed "Autumn" 14x21 AP Serigraph (Artist Proof)

Serigraph measures 14.5" x 21" in size. Artist proof (AP). Hand-signed in pencil by Erte (Romain de Tirtoff, D 1990). Features an embossed mark/seal from the publisher. The piece includes an LOA and lifetime authenticity guarantee from Pristine Auction.

Authenticated in the Erte at Ninety Complete Graphics Book. Edited by Marshall Lee. (c) 1982. Piece also includes a letter from the attorney of the art owner's estate.

The original paintings prints and sculpture of Erte. . Erte: Father of Art Deco: Romaine de Tirtoff was born Roman Petrovich Tyrtov in St. Petersburg, Russian Empire, to a distinguished family with roots tracing back to 1548. His father, Pyotr Ivanovich Tyrtov, was a Russian Fleet Admiral . In 1910-12 Erte, Romain moved to Paris, France, to pursue a career as a designer. This decision was made over strong objections from his father, who wanted Romaine to continue the family tradition and become a naval officer. Erte assumed his pseudonym to avoid disgracing the family. In 1915 he got his first substantial contract with Harper's Bazaar magazine, and went on to an illustrious career that included designing costumes and stage sets. Erté is perhaps most famous for his elegant fashion designs which capture the art deco period in which he worked.

Please note that the piece has some handling wear around the border including a 2" crease on the right border and a 2" - 3" handling crease in the upper right corner.

Authentication: Pristine Auction LOA (details)

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