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Original Art Deco Gouache on Paper by Erte in White Gold Custom Frame

Documentation

Ample Provenance

Origin

France

Period

1920-1949

Materials

Paper.

Dimensions

W.	17 in;	H.	20 in;	D.	1 in;
W.	43.18 cm;	H.	50.8 cm;	D.	2.54 cm;

Condition

Excellent.

Creation Date

1930

Description

Vibrant original Art Deco gouache on paper of a theatrical costume design signed Erte at the lower right. An exquisite stylized depiction of a female figure posed in a revealing evening dress holding a propeller plane by the tail in her right hand. Around each arm are scrolling parchments inscribed "Plan" and "Project". Double matted in acid free silk and contained under glass in a carved white gold custom frame. The piece is 17 by 20 framed, the image size is 12 high by 9.25 wide. It is in excellent condition; this was done in France circa 1930 and is in excellent condition.

Styles / Movements

Other

Incollect Reference Number

417390