Erté (1892-1990) - Le Château de Cristal

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Original tempera gouache by Erté (Romain de Tirtoff), titled Le Château de Cristal, in the Art Déco style from the 1930–1940 period, on dark paper and framed, measuring 435 × 335 mm.

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Refined original Erté tempera (Romain de Tirtoff) – "Le Château de cristal"

Elegant and evocative original tempera (gouache) signed by the famed Art Déco master, Erté (Romain de Tirtoff, 1892–1900).

The work, titled "Le Château de cristal", depicts a structure with geometric yet dreamy lines, executed with the characteristic precision and stylistic refinement that distinguish the artist's production. The shades of gray and white stand out with great visual impact against the dark background.

* Artist: Erté (Romain de Tirtoff)
* Title: Le Château de cristal
* Technique: Tempera / Gouache on dark paper
* Signature: Manually signed by the artist at the bottom right (signature visible in detail)
* Year/Epoque: 20th Century
* Framing: Present, in an elegant elaborately worked frame with a metallized silver/gold finish.

Conditions:
The work presents in excellent general conservation conditions. The painting surface retains sharpness and detail. The frame shows light and natural signs of aging consistent with the period, which add charm to the piece.

Dimensions:
* Work (visible): 400x300 mm
* With frame: 435x335 mm

Shipping information:
The work will be packed with extreme professional care, using rigid protective material and bubble wrap to ensure safe shipping.

Refined original Erté tempera (Romain de Tirtoff) – "Le Château de cristal"

Elegant and evocative original tempera (gouache) signed by the famed Art Déco master, Erté (Romain de Tirtoff, 1892–1900).

The work, titled "Le Château de cristal", depicts a structure with geometric yet dreamy lines, executed with the characteristic precision and stylistic refinement that distinguish the artist's production. The shades of gray and white stand out with great visual impact against the dark background.

* Artist: Erté (Romain de Tirtoff)
* Title: Le Château de cristal
* Technique: Tempera / Gouache on dark paper
* Signature: Manually signed by the artist at the bottom right (signature visible in detail)
* Year/Epoque: 20th Century
* Framing: Present, in an elegant elaborately worked frame with a metallized silver/gold finish.

Conditions:
The work presents in excellent general conservation conditions. The painting surface retains sharpness and detail. The frame shows light and natural signs of aging consistent with the period, which add charm to the piece.

Dimensions:
* Work (visible): 400x300 mm
* With frame: 435x335 mm

Shipping information:
The work will be packed with extreme professional care, using rigid protective material and bubble wrap to ensure safe shipping.

Details

Artist
Erté (1892-1990)
Sold with frame
Yes
Sold by
Owner or reseller
Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Le Château de Cristal
Technique
Tempera
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
France
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
435 mm
Width
335 mm
Depiction/theme
Architecture
Style
Art Deco
Period
1930-1940
ItalyVerified
80
Objects sold
Private

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