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Behind the Artist: Romain de Tirtoff (Erté)

Fashion, architecture, theatre, and art. In 2020, the study and intrigue of these cultural foundations can be traced back to one man: Romain de Tirtoff, better known as Erté. Until recent history, the very notion of leisure and non-utilitarian possessions were only reserved for the privileged. When 18th-century industrialism gave rise to a working class, art and culture rose. This population redefined the definitions of taste and luxury in a cultural renaissance. Fast-forward to the early 1900s,...

Historic Erte Exhibition at the Hermitage

The State Hermitage in St. Petersburg, Russia is remembering Erté with the first-ever solo exhibition held in the artist’s home country. Held June 21 to Sept. 19, “Erté: An Art Deco Genius,” was organized by the Hermitage in conjunction with galleries in London and New York. The exhibition is a homecoming for the artist’s work, as he was born as Romain Tirtoff in 1892 in St. Petersburg. Erté is one of the most successful artists of the 20th century, and is credited as a “genius of Art Deco” thro...

Park West Gallery Auctioneer Spotlight: Liza Swart and Amba Irving

Some of the most enjoyable aspects of “life at sea” are the connections and friendships our Park West Art Teams forge with our collectors on cruise ships all over the world. That’s why, every month, we take time to recognize some of our top auctioneers. In March’s spotlight, we’d like to introduce you to Liza Swart and her partner Amba Irving! Previous ships as Auctioneers:  Celebrity Millennium, Celebrity Infinity, Celebrity Eclipse, Norwegian Dawn, Norwegian Pearl (Twice), Royal Caribbean Bril...