Erté 'Moonlight and Stars' Porcelain Collector Plate

Story

In the mid-1980s, the world rediscovered the genius of Romain de Tirtoff, the Russian-born artist known as Erté, who had essentially invented the visual language of the 1920s.

Maker / Origin

Romain de Tirtoff adopted the pseudonym 'Erté' (the French pronunciation of his initials, R.T.) to avoid shaming his aristocratic family by becoming an artist.

Condition & Value

The plate appears to be in excellent condition with no visible chips or surface scratches. The gold rim shows no signs of 'rubbing' or wear, which is the primary factor in maintaining its value. Excellent condition for these mass-produced but delicate items is standard for the high end of the price range.