{"product_id":"raspoutine-by-erte","title":"Raspoutine by Erté","description":"Erté (Romain de Tirtoff)\u003cbr\u003e 1892-1990 | Russian-French \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eChanteur\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Signed “Erté” (lower right)\u003cbr\u003e Inscribed “No. 18.281” (en verso)\u003cbr\u003e Gouache on paper \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Erté created this stylish white costume for a singer in the production of \u003cem\u003eRaspoutine,\u003c\/em\u003e named after the eponymous Russian mystic and friend of the famed Romanov family. The male performer's attire, reminiscent of the vestments of a Renaissance cavalier, is complete with knee-high boots and a regal one-shoulder cape trimmed in black. An elegant black rope extends from the cape, terminating in a tassel. The shirt features a plunging neckline accentuated by a tall collar, which directs attention to the figure's slicked-back hair. Skillfully blending historical military uniforms with the modernity and camp of the modern stage, Erté's showcases his ability to craft something both timeless and fresh. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The captivating alliance between the Erté and the flourishing performing arts scene of Paris transported audiences to new realms throughout the early 20th century. Erté quickly forged relationships with luminaries of the performing arts world — including Zizi Jeanmaire, Roland Petit and Misinguett — and leant his distinctive Art Deco vision to operatic and theater productions. These collaborations rose above mere aesthetic embellishments, penetrating to the core of performances and adding greater depth to the narratives on display. The artist possessed a great range of vision and was equally adept at capturing Rococo decadence in the sets of \u003cem\u003eCosi Fan Tutti\u003c\/em\u003e as he was in creating supernatural, moody interiors for \u003cem\u003eLes Mamelles de Tirésias\u003c\/em\u003e. His Art Deco stylings brought both a fantasy and modernity to the stage that has rarely been matched since. Parrying the spectacle of these fantastical productions, fashion grew more opulent, with luxury canes, pocketwatches and compacts becoming essentials for a modern Parisian. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Russian-French visionary Romain de Tirtoff (1892-1990), popularly known as Erté, began his artistic journey in the culturally rich city of St. Petersburg, where he developed an early fondness for ballet and theatrical performances. He moved to Paris in 1912 to study architecture, and quickly found his creative niche in crafting fantastical costumes for the city’s bustling nightlife. Erté‘s expertise, refined under the guidance of the famed Paul Poiret, captured the attention of \u003cem\u003eHarper’s Bazaar\u003c\/em\u003e, marking the beginning of a significant partnership that spanned from 1915 to 1936. The artist also designed sets for notable cinematic masterpieces including \u003cem\u003eBen Hur\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eLa Bohème\u003c\/em\u003e, and created sets and costumes for cabarets, operas and other performances at the Folies-Bergères, Bal Tabarin, the Théâtre du Bataclan and Le Casino de Paris. Erté was a trailblazer whose colorful creations shaped the groundbreaking Art Deco era more than any other, leaving an indelible mark on the history of art and design. His artworks reside in prestigious museum collections worldwide, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, the Victoria \u0026amp; Albert Museum in London and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Painted 1972 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Paper: 14 1\/4\" high x 10 1\/2” wide\u003cbr\u003e Frame: 20 3\/4\" high x 16 7\/8\" wide x 3\/4\" deep \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Provenance:\u003cbr\u003e Private collection, Paris\u003cbr\u003e M.S. Rau, New Orleans \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Exhibitions:\u003cbr\u003e M.S. Rau, New Orleans, \u003cem\u003eErté and the Era of Art Deco\u003c\/em\u003e, October 14, 2023 - January 3, 2024","brand":"M.S. Rau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51803593343298,"sku":null,"price":16500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/5376\/6978\/files\/31-7683_1_51e67d24-271f-4dd7-bb8a-97a40fb07b08.png?v=1768104126","url":"https:\/\/www.bullvendors19.com\/es\/products\/raspoutine-by-erte","provider":"Bull Vendors 19","version":"1.0","type":"link"}