Purity by Erté – Artwork Facts

Purity, in brief

Title: Purity
Artist: Erté (1892–1990)
Artist born in: Saint Petersburg, Russia
Movement: Art Deco
Subject: designs and sketches

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What does "Purity" by Erté depict?

The subjects of "Purity" are designs and sketches.

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The copyright answer for "Purity" by Erté: the work is still protected by copyright. This determines whether reproductions of the image may be freely made.

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"Purity" was created by Erté. The information on this page describes Erté's original work.

What style does "Purity" belong to?

The movement associated with "Purity" by Erté is Art Deco. This classification situates the work among related artists and artworks.

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"Purity" by Erté is still protected by copyright. Copyright terms are measured from the artist's death, and Erté died in 1990.

About the artist, Erté

1892–1990, Russia

Erté

Early Life and Artistic Awakening Romain de Tirtoff, known to the world as Erté, was born into a life of privilege and tradition in Saint Petersburg, Russia, on November 23, 1892. His lineage traced back centuries to Tatar khans, and his father served with distinction as an admiral in the Imperial Russian Fleet. Yet, young Romain’s destiny lay not on the waves but within the realm of art—a passion that blossomed early, nurtured by a mother he deeply adored and the exotic beauty of Persian miniatures found within his father's library. These intricate designs would become a subtle yet enduring influence on his later work, imbuing it with a sense of opulent detail and stylized elegance.

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