Erté

Design for Davidow, New York — Authentic Limited Edition Vintage ERTÉ Lithograph (1972)

An elegant and highly collectible vintage Art Deco lithograph by the legendary Erté, celebrated for defining the glamour and sophistication of early 20th-century fashion and theatrical design.

Originally published in 1972 by Franco Maria Ricci in Parma, Italy, this authentic limited-edition vintage print was produced from a series of 3,000 numbered copies, with this particular example being copy number 390. A copy of the Certificate of Authenticity can be provided upon request.

This refined composition features a stylized female figure dressed in a striking geometric ensemble inspired by Erté’s original costume designs for Manhattan Mary, a New York theater production from 1927. The bold linear detailing, elongated silhouette, and vivid palette embody the unmistakable elegance and modernity synonymous with the Art Deco movement.

Minimal yet visually impactful, the composition highlights Erté’s mastery of fashion illustration and theatrical costume design. The strong graphic lines and carefully balanced color palette create a timeless sophistication that feels remarkably contemporary nearly a century after the original design was conceived.

Printed on high-quality paper with original inks, the tipped-in lithograph retains exceptional clarity, crisp detail, and vibrant color. Presented in excellent vintage condition, the piece would look extraordinary professionally framed either individually or as part of a curated Erté collection.

A sophisticated acquisition for collectors of Art Deco, haute couture illustration, theatrical costume design, and vintage decorative arts.

Artist: Erté
Title: Design for Davidow, New York
Series/Production: Manhattan Mary (1927)
Medium: Vintage Lithograph on Paper
Edition: Limited Edition of 3,000
Edition Number: No. 390
Publisher: Franco Maria Ricci, Parma, Italy
Publication Year: 1972
Authenticity: Genuine Vintage Print — NOT a Copy or Modern Reproduction
Certificate: COA Copy Available Upon Request
Condition: Excellent Vintage Condition

Dimensions:
Height: 9.5 in
Width: 6.75 in

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