Erte Cards in Full Color

Erte

ISBN 10 : 0486247309 ISBN 13 : 9780486247304

Editeur : Dover Publications Inc., 1984

Synopsis

Erte's unique gift for theatrical and graphic illustration has profoundly influenced twentieth-century fashion, helping to elevate costume design to a fine art. Twenty-four exquisite masterpieces by this legendary designer are reproduced here in their original, strikingly vibrant colors. All the reproductions are in card form, perforated and detachable.
Enjoy picture cards of exceptional quality, including such exotic tableaux as "Her Secret Admirers," "Oriental Tale, "Adam and Eve, " "Nature's Vanity," "Harlequin," and "Stolen Kisses," as well as famous designs for theatrical productions Legendary Kings, Paradise, Manon, Rigoletto, and more. Seductive female figures sensual and provocative arrayed in Erte's inimitable fashions evoke a sense of fantasy and romance. And dramatic, fiery colors lend excitement to every creation.
Each card is identified by a caption on the reverse side. Devoteesof art, fashion, and theater will find these Erte cards to be superb examplesof witty, inventive graphic design.
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A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

The Russian-born, Paris-bred artist Erte (Romain de Tirtoff, 1892 1990) is recognized as one of the foremost fashion and theatrical designers of the 20th century. In 1968, when he produced his first lithographs, art lovers discovered that he had found another medium suited to his extraordinary talents.

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Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Dover Publications Inc.
• Date d'édition: 1984
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0486247309
• ISBN 13: 9780486247304
• Reliure: Cartes
• Nombre de pages: 6
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: Soc. Agr. La Raia Ss; http://www.la-raia.it; ; Strada Monterotondo, 79; Novi Ligure; 15067; Italie