Erté Artist Proof Serigraph on Paper "Sagittarius"
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A artist proof serigraph on paper with a decorative embossed border. tilted Sagittarius by well-listed artists Romain “Erté” de Tirtoff (1892-1990). The work depicts an Art Deco visualization of the astrological sign Sagittarius. The sign is represented by a centaur holding a bow and arrow. Other elements include “lucky” numbers (5, 4, and 9) and ruling day of the week (Thursday). The item has the artist’s proof notation to the lower left. To the lower margin, the piece is titled in print while being signed in graphite to the lower right of the composition. To the verso, is a certificate of authenticity with an incorrect title. Presented behind glass in a white mat and gilt wood frame. Hanging hardware is present to the verso.
- Included in the catalogue raisonné Erté at Ninety-Five: The Complete New Graphic edited by Marshall Lee, figure 182.12.
Roman De Tirtoff, known by the pseudonym Erté, is a Russian-born French designer who flourished in many fields including set design, fashion, and the graphic arts, spanning most of the 20th century. He began working for Harper’s Bazaar in 1915 creating over 240 covers for the magazine for over 22 years. His fashion illustrations appeared in numerous other publications. During 1976 Erté was awarded the title of Officer of Arts and Letters, and in 1982 the Medaille de Vermeil de la Ville de Paris by the French government. His work is housed in private and permanent collections including the Metropolitan Museum of Art. New York; Museum of Modern Art, New York; and London’s Victoria & Albert Museum to name a few.
Condition
- dents, chips, and scratches to frame; residue and scratches to glass.
Dimensions
- frame measures; visible image measures 14" W x 19" H.
Item #
17BOS221-130
