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 (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
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
Antique 14k Yellow Gold Necklace with Onyx & Diamonds, 1.00ct
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with gold and silver pendant set with onyx and old mine cut diamonds 1.00ct - H/I - VS/SI - 42 cm long detailed description: the length of the necklace is ...
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Asch Grossbardt 18 Karat Gold Necklace Inlaid Onyx Mother of Pearl and Diamonds
By Asch Grossbardt
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Asch Grossbardt 18 Karat yellow gold necklace is designed with a yellow gold bombe mesh chain. The centerpiece is inlaid in a geometric motif of Black Onyx, Mother of ...
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Onyx and Diamond Vintage Style Necklace, 20.89 Carat
Located in Bangkok, TH
Boldly sophisticated, this Onyx and Diamond Vintage Style Necklace exudes timeless elegance and striking contrast. Deep black onyx stones are beautifully paired with sparkling diamon...
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
$22,500
W 1.34 in L 2.41 in
Spectacular Vintage Onyx and Diamond Pendant with Chain in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
A real eye catcher this Onyx and Diamond Vintage pendant in 18 K white and yellow Gold. The pendant is set with 2 larger brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately 0.90 ct, H colo...
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Nobuko Ishikawa 18K Gold Platinum Diamond Onyx Convertible Necklace
Located in 台東区, JP
A distinctive necklace by renowned Japanese jewelry designer Nobuko Ishikawa, showcasing her characteristic combination of intricate craftsmanship, contrasting materials, and sculptu...
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Platinum
Mario Buccellati 1976 Jade 18K Gold Vintage Carved Floral Station Necklace
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a fancy link white gold chain featuring five oval shaped jade tablet stations Measuring 11.0 x 15.0 mm - translucent light to medium green in color with mottling Set with...
Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari 2000's Onyx 18 Karat Yellow Gold Station Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of cable link chain featuring three round disk stations Centering 7.5 mm round tablets of onyx - opaque black Flush set with inscribed 'Bvlgari-Bvlgari' surrounds Completed...
Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Moonstone Diamond Onyx 14K Gold Platinum Vintage Pendant Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed a white gold cable link chain suspending an oval shaped platinum-topped pendant Centering an oval-shaped moonstone cabochon measuring 18.0 mm x 16.0 mm Translucent colorless...
Diamond, Moonstone, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
M. Gerard French 1970's 18K Gold Vintage Carved Bloodstone Station Necklace
By Gerard
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized gold navette link curb chain decorated with dappled texture Featuring carved bloodstone link stations measuring 33.5 x 16.5 mm Opaque dark bluish-green with or...
Gold, 18k Gold
Roberto Coin 2000's Diamond 18K Gold Contemporary Elephantino Pendant Necklace
By Roberto Coin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of multi-strand black cord suspending a gold pendant Designed as articulating yellow and white gold fringe Grooved with organic texture throughout Accented by bead set roun...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb 1980's Diamond Enamel 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Vintage Link Necklace
By David Webb
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of stylized open navette shaped links alternating in size Larger links are glossed with opaque black enamel - minimal loss Smaller links are platinum-topped and bead set wi...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
