Rigoletto or Fashion Illustration of a Woman in Striped Gown
Limited edition print (serigraph/screenprint) on paper • Romain de Tirtoff (known as Erté)
Style & Movement
Art Deco (Late 20th-century revival period); Fashion Illustration
Medium & Technique
Serigraphy (silkscreen printing) with flat color application and precise line work, likely using metallic inks characteristic of the artist's style.
Creation Period
Circa 1970s-1980s (Late career production period)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 20 x 14 inches (image size); portrait orientation
Subject Description
A stylized female figure in a high-fashion pose wearing an avant-garde blue and white striped dress with voluminous sleeves and a pointed bodice. The composition features the elongated proportions and theatrical flair synonymous with the artist's costume designs.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good; the print appears well-preserved within its housing with vibrant colors.
Estimated Market Value
$800.00 - $1,500.00 USD
Auction Estimate
$600.00 - $1,200.00 USD
Provenance History
Numbered '254/300' and pencil-signed; likely purchased from a gallery specializing in 20th-century prints or decorative arts.
Art Historical Significance
Erté was a primary architect of the Art Deco aesthetic. His work influenced 20th-century fashion and theater design. This print represents the commercial success of his later career when his early 20th-century designs were reproduced as high-quality editioned prints for a global market.
Notable Features
Hand-signed in signature 'Erté' style on the lower right; edition numbering '254/300' indicates a relatively large but standard-sized edition for this artist's commercial print market.
Condition Issues
Slight evidence of toning to the paper consistent with age; possible minor undulation of the sheet due to humidity changes; frame shows minor wear.
Conservation Recommendations
Ensure the use of UV-filtering glass or acrylic; check for acid-free archival matting to prevent mat burn; keep in a temperature-controlled environment away from direct sunlight.
Collector Notes
Purchase