My Drug is Art

Roman Petrovich Tyrtov (1892-1990), world-famous under the pseudonym Erté, was a bright representative of the Art Deco style in 20th-century art. The creative talent of the master did not fit within the framework of one sphere of artistic activity. He expressed himself in graphics, sculpture, design, fashion, theatrical scenography, cinematography, and much more, achieving phenomenal success. Erté's contribution to fashion is undeniable.
In this book, vivid memories of Erté about his life and creativity, family and personal experiences, and numerous meetings and collaborations with outstanding representatives of theatrical art and fashion are presented. A true magician with his signature style, who invented the aesthetics of Art Deco, continues to inspire us even today.