Starfish, 1986
Details
Year: 1986
Edition: 491
Sheet size: 39.5 x 29.25"
Image size: 28 x 20"
Framed size: 46.75 x 37"
Signature: signed 'Erté' lower right
About the Work
"Starfish" is a serigraph created by Erté in 1986. The image was originally created as Flies Bergere 1919 costume design for “Fond’s de la Mer”. The print features all the elegance, grace and grandeur identified with the artist and the era of Art Deco. His brilliant work is evident in the visual movement that easily flows through the work and the print details. From an edition of 491, and signed 'Erté' lower right, this print is a magnificent addition to any collection that celebrates Art Design, as a celebrated art form. Theater and custom design were Erté’s first love, and its influence and world appear time and again in most of his works. We find theatrical bits of high drama in humor placed in highly detailed prints and sculptures that make for a timeless piece of art, and Starfish is no different.
"Starfish" is one of a set of wittily designed costumes which include an octopus, a starfish, a lobster a goldfish, and a stingray. This was the beginning of Erté’s work for the Folies Bergere, a professional relationship that lasted for most of his career. The print is hot stamped and embossed, with a special mother of pearl rainbow stamping. The rainbow effect in mother of pearl stamping relates to the natural reflection of sunlight on water. The extravagant gold costume is highlighted by the simple setting. Erté’s designs elaborate starfish costumes without losing sight of the beautiful woman underneath. The design combines lush fabric and pattern blended with jeweled detail. Erté creates a costume relating to the natural form of a starfish. The artistic blending of real organic form in an imaginary setting is unique to Erté’s oeuvre.
The image size is 28 x 20" and the artwork is framed in a ornate, gold-tone frame. The artwork ships framed and is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.
This work is published by Chalk & Vermilion Fine Arts, an affiliate of Martin Lawrence Galleries, no prior ownership.
About the Artist
Starfish, 1986
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