Erte 'Top Hats'

Artist:  ErteTitle: Top Hats Size: 16 x 12 Inches (26 x 22 Inches Framed)Medium: 3D Bronze Wall Relief SculptureEdition:  of 375 Year:  1990-1999Notes: Hand Signed by Artist (Lower Right)and Numbered. Custom FramedAbout:  Romain de Tirtoff, later known as Erte, entered the world in 1892 in St. Petersburg, Russia, as the sole heir of an admiral in the Imperial Fleet, ensuring a childhood amidst the opulence of Russia's social elite. His fascination with Persian miniatures, discovered in his father's library during his youth, planted the seeds of his artistic journey. These intricate and vibrant designs would become a cornerstone of his style, guiding his creative path. At the age of eighteen, Erte embarked on a new chapter by relocating to Paris, where he adopted the moniker "Erte," derived from the French pronunciation of his initials. His artistic prowess caught the eye of Harper’s Bazaar in 1915, marking the beginning of a prolific partnership that saw him crafting over 240 covers fo