Overview
A striking fine bone china decorative plate featuring the iconic 'Queen of the Night' design by the legendary artist Erté.
Preliminary identification
Royal Doulton Erté 'Queen of the Night' Collector Plate
Photo reference
2 uploaded photos
Story
During the 1980s, a massive resurgence of interest in the 1920s Art Deco movement led to a high-profile collaboration between the elderly artist Erté and the Franklin Mint.
Maker / Origin
Romain de Tirtoff, known as Erté, was a Russian-born French artist who defined the visual language of the Art Deco era through his Harper's Bazaar covers and elaborate stage sets.
Condition & Value
The plate appears to be in excellent decorative condition with no visible chips, cracks, or crazing. The gold rim and central graphics look crisp and free of the 'rubbing' or wear often seen on these pieces. Excellent condition is expected for these cabinet pieces and is necessary to reach the top of the price range.
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Market Analysis
Comparable demand stays strongest where maker, originality, and venue confidence line up. Broader examples still trade, but the range tightens quickly when provenance, condition, or selling lane fit is missing.
Value Drivers
- ▲ Strong maker attribution with credible period details
- ▲ Better-than-average condition for the category
- ▲ Broader demand rises when presentation and finish feel intact
Concerns
- ▼ Decorative-only demand limits the ceiling
- ▼ Surface wear or missing provenance can compress the range fast
- ▼ Regional sale lanes often underperform specialist venues
Best Venue
Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.
Comparable Sales
5 compsRegional auction
· Jun 2024Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
$1,280
SOLD
Dealer archive
· Mar 2024Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.
$1,450
SOLD
Marketplace sale
· Jan 2024Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.
$980
SOLD
Estate platform
· Oct 2023Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.
$1,150
SOLD
Auction result
· Aug 2023Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.
$1,375
SOLD