House of Erté 'Diva II' Collector Plate, Franklin Mint

Story

Romain de Tirtoff, the artist known as Erté, was already a legend of the Jazz Age when he began collaborating on these porcelain editions late in his life.

Maker / Origin

Erté (1892–1990) was a Russian-born French artist who virtually defined the Art Deco movement through his illustrations for Harper's Bazaar and his revolutionary costume designs.

Condition & Value

The plate appears to be in excellent condition with no visible chips, cracks, or wear to the delicate gold rim. The surface pigments remain vibrant and the metallic highlights are crisp. Maintaining this pristine state is essential, as even minor scratches to the central image can reduce the value by 50%.