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 (Romain De Tirtoff) LTD edition "Sophistication" necklace/ brooch
By Erté
Located in New York, NY
Erté (Romain De Tirtoff) Limited edition "Sophistication" necklace/ brooch crafted in 14k gold and sterling silver, accented with diamonds, onyx and mother of pearl. The necklace con...
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold
Elegant Art Deco Necklace with Diamonds
Located in Milano, MI
Delicate and elegant Deco necklace from the 1930s circa. Set in 18ct gold and platinum, with rose cut and old cut diamonds. Highlights - 18ct gold and platinum - Rose cut and old cu...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
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
.45 Carat Diamond Enamel Yellow Gold Art Nouveau Revival Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
1970's Art Nouveau Revival style enamel and diamond necklace. This unique necklace is 18k yellow gold with an 18k yellow gold, white translucent enameled and diamond trim gowned woma...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Art Nouveau Necklace of 14k Gold, Circa 1910
Located in Lewisburg, PA
An elegant Art Nouveau era necklace dating to 1910, crafted in 14 karat gold and adorned with delicate white enamel, a vivid blue sapphire, and four luminous pearls. The elongated de...
Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Enamel
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
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
$8,241
H 1.54 in W 0.35 in L 16.54 in
ART NOUVEAU necklace and pendant with diamonds up to 2.50ct 14k gold 4.1 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold necklace with a gold and platinum pendant set with Old European and single-cut diamonds, totaling 2.50 ct – L/M, F/G – VS, VS/SI – 4.1 grams – 42 cm long Detailed des...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Art Nouveau elaborate artistic necklace with diamonds and gold
Located in Berlin, BE
Introducing a dreamy, exquisite Jugendstil necklace in 14k yellow gold, a true embodiment of elegance and craftsmanship. This captivating piece of jewelry is adorned with intricate d...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
Salvador Dali Madonna De Port Lligat Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Salvadore Dali " Madonna De Port Lligat" 18k Yellow Gold Necklace, measuring 26 inches in length with the pendant measuring 1 1/2 x 1 1/8 inches, an 8 inch section of the...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Masriera Art Nouveau Gold Enamel and Gem set Pendant Brooch
By Masriera
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980 - 1990 Masriera of Spain 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Brooch in the extreme Art Nouveau style as Masriera has been producing for over 120 Years. Measuring 2 1/4 inches in lengt...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Enamel
Cartier Vintage Silver Gold and Stone bead Triple strand Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960s Cartier Scarce triple strand Opera length Sterling Silver and 18k Yellow Gold 3 M.M Bead necklace, further set with Green Chalcedony and Blue Lapis Lazuli 3 M.M beads. Se...
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Piaget Rose Gold and Diamond Safety Pin Pendant Necklace
By Piaget
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Piaget 18k Rose Gold Safety Pin Pendant Necklace, the pendant portion measures 1 1/4 inch in length and is set with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds totaling .15 Carat, suspen...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Large Gold and Gem Set "Eye" Pendant in the Manner of Salvador Dali
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Necklace Pendant in the Manner of Salvador Dali, this handmade piece measures 2 inches in length X 1 1/8 inch. Brilliantly made in hand formed and textured 14K Yellow Gol...
Aquamarine, Cultured Pearl, Peridot, Ruby, 14k Gold
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