Erté (French, 1892-1990) On the Avenue, Bronze, 1990

Property of a Private Collector, Hilton Head Island, SC Description: Erté (French, 1892-1990), On the Avenue, Bronze, 1990, signed on base, edition 369/375 with foundry mark 'Chalk & Vermilion' and 'Sevenarts', cold-painted cast bronze sculpture. Romain de Tirtoff, known by the pseudonym Erté, was a Russian-born French artist and designer. A prolific artist and designer he worked in fashion, jeweler, graphic arts, costume, set design for film, theatre, and opera, and interior decor. Erté is best known for his elegant fashion designs and sculptures which expertly captured the art deco period in which he worked. His work can be found in the collections of several well-known museums, including the Victoria and Albert Museum, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), Museum 1999 in Tokyo, among many other public and private collections.Measurements: Height: overall 20 1/2 in. x Width: 11 in. x Depth: 7 in. Condition: Good condition, minor wear to edges of base. Notice to bidders: The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the conditions of aging. PHOTOS MAY ALSO ACT AS A CONDITION REPORT. Please review all photos closely prior to bidding. Complete condition reports are available by request, no later than 24 hours prior to the live auction. All lots are offered and sold 'AS IS', and Everard Auctions will not provide refunds based on condition. Timepiece movements, lighting and electrics have not been tested, and art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated. We do not guarantee the condition of frames. By placing a bid, either in person, by phone, absentee or via the Internet, you signify that you agree to be bound by the conditions of sale. Everard Auctions does not provide any shipping or packing services. We recommend that all potential buyers obtain pack/ship estimates prior to bidding. Please contact us for a list of recommended shippers.

Estimate:£680.32

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