Serenade by Erté – Artwork Facts

Serenade, in brief

Title: Serenade
Artist: Erté (1892–1990)
Artist born in: Saint Petersburg, Russia
Movement: Art Deco
Subject: surreal woman, ornate frame, purple hues, geometric design, symbolic gateway, dreamlike scene

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Questions on Serenade, answered

What subjects appear in "Serenade" by Erté?

"Serenade" by Erté depicts: surreal woman, ornate frame, purple hues, geometric design, symbolic gateway, dreamlike scene, art deco style.

Is "Serenade" free of copyright?

"Serenade" by Erté is still protected by copyright. This status governs how the image of the work may be reproduced.

Who is the artist behind "Serenade"?

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

What style does "Serenade" belong to?

"Serenade" by Erté belongs to the Art Deco movement. This movement provides the stylistic context of the work.

Where does "Serenade" fall in Erté's career?

Within Erté's career, "Serenade" falls in the Mature Period. The phase helps compare it with the artist's other works.

Why is the copyright status of "Serenade" what it is?

The copyright status of "Serenade" - still protected by copyright - follows from the artist's death in 1990.

What does "Serenade" share with the rest of Erté's output?

"Serenade" belongs to Erté's Art Deco work, whose recorded themes include signature art deco style, theatrical designs, fashion illustration mastery, ukiyo-e, art deco, japanese aesthetics, geometric abstraction, elegance & glamour.

Where does "Serenade" stand among Erté's recurring subjects?

"Serenade" depicts surreal woman, ornate frame, purple hues, geometric design, symbolic gateway, dreamlike scene, art deco style, while Erté's recorded themes are signature art deco style, theatrical designs, fashion illustration mastery, ukiyo-e, art deco, japanese aesthetics, geometric abstraction, elegance & glamour. Comparing the two shows how the work relates to the artist's usual subjects.

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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