ERTE "MYSTIC" LIMITED EDITION PLATE Era: 1990s Artist: Erté (Romain de Tirtoff) Manufacturer: Franklin Mint Series: House of Erté Collection
OVERVIEW: A limited edition collector's plate reproducing Erté's 1989 bronze sculpture "The Mystic," translated into porcelain form while maintaining the dramatic Art Deco styling of the original work.
SPECIFICATIONS: • Diameter: 8 inches • Series Number: HA3404 • Material: Fine porcelain • Type: Limited Edition Wall Plate • Manufacturer: The Franklin Mint
DESIGN ELEMENTS: • Central Figure: - Stylized female silhouette - Flowing Art Deco robe - Gold and black palette - Dramatic standing pose - Characteristic Erté elegance
• Decorative Details: - Gold gilt patterned robe - Art Deco border design - Platinum rim accents - Geometric diamond motifs - Scrollwork frame elements
• Color Palette: - Black figure details - Gold metallic accents - Bronze tonal elements - White ground - Silver border design
CONDITION: Excellent • Original finish intact • Clear gilt work • No chips or wear • Pristine surface • Bright decorative elements
HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE: This plate adapts Erté's 1989 bronze sculpture "The Mystic" into porcelain form. Created near the end of his life, the original sculpture represented one of Erté's later works, demonstrating his continued mastery of Art Deco style well into his 90s. The Franklin Mint's translation maintains the dramatic presence of the original bronze while adapting it to the collector plate format.
MAKER'S MARKS: • "House of Erté" • Limited Edition designation • Plate Number HA3404 • The Franklin Mint mark • Fine Porcelain designation
