AN 18K YELLOW GOLD EMERALD AND DIAMOND HEART PENDANT BY ERTÉ, LIMITED EDITION 20/250, CIRCA 1984
"Mysteries of the Heart" is the very appropriate name for this work of art pendant. Conceived in 1984 in a signed limited edition of 250 pieces by Erté, one of the most successful artists of the Art Deco period. The heart pendant is exquisitely crafted in 18K yellow gold with alternating satin and bright polish finishes, creating depth and movement. The intensely green emerald eyes and the beautiful diamonds set, are a reflection of "veiled" romance that explores our secret emotions.
Erté is a signature that will mark his prolific and incredibly successful career. Born Roman Petrovich Tyrtov in St. Petersburg in 1892, he moved to Paris in 1907, and adopted the French sound of his initial R.T. as his artistic name. Erté's most salient work was done in the Art Deco period in France as a fashion forward designer and painter. Subsequently, he expanded to America where he developed a most fecund and lucrative relationship with Harper's Bazar and with the theater and film producers creating costumes and sets. During this time he designed and produced his now very distinct and famous jewelry. He died in Paris at the age of 97 where he lived and worked through his last days establishing an impressive legacy of creativity, quality and beauty.
2 emeralds round faceted cut approx. 0.19 ct.
17 round brilliant cut diamonds approx. 0.28 ct.
Clarity: VS1-SI2
Color: I-J
Weight: 21 grams
Provenance: Dr. Lyn Robertson, Houston, Texas