Erte's Fashion Designs (Dover Fine Art, History of Art) [Paperback]

Erte (Author)

Book Description

Series: Dover Fine Art, History of Art | Publication Date: November 1, 1981

Splendid selection of 218 black-and-white inventions from legendary designer's productions for Harper's Bazar, 1918–32. Also 8 pages of full-color covers, originals now prized collector's items. Captions. Publisher's Note.

Product Details

• Paperback: 88 pages
• Publisher: Dover Publications; 1ST edition (November 1, 1981)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 048624203X
• ISBN-13: 978-0486242033
• Product Dimensions: 11.9 x 9 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #311,903 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #93 in Books > Crafts, Hobbies & Home > Antiques & Collectibles > Textiles & Costume

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Unique and inspirational styles, May 17, 2007

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Hedera Femme (USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Erte's fashion designs: 218 illustrations from "Harper's bazar," 1918-1932

These designs may not always be emblematic of actual clothing in the 1920's, but they represent some of the most innovative, dramatic, and stylish stuff from the era, and remain inspirational to this day. The book features a few of his more ordinary designs, but also includes "Harper's Bazar" covers, theatrical designs, and some amazing haute couture. While there are no pictures of extant costumes, this book of illustrations, quite a few in color, is beautiful, stylish, and motivating.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A good example of Erte's work., May 11, 2005

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xeiroe "My Blue World" (CA, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Erte's Fashion Designs (Dover Fine Art, History of Art) (Paperback)

With this book you get a glimpse into the master's mind at the birth of Art Deco and beyond. Erte's designs flourished in the mid-20's, when the Deco age was new, but you can still sense a taste for the noveau and baroque ages in his art and gorgeous designs. Erte was a pioneer artist untill his death and anyone seeking to learn true fashion design will benefit from the vision of Erte.

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Erte - Cheap Thrills!, March 1, 2003

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"issis" (North Port, FL United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Erte's Fashion Designs (Dover Fine Art, History of Art) (Paperback)

Erte is one of the most creative designers of all times - drawing upon many cultures to create outfits that are simply gorgeous. This book is a very cheap way of studying some of his designs. Well worth the price!