Boys No. 17979

Description of Art: Boys No. 17979 reflects Erté’s signature Art Deco sophistication, presenting a stylized male figure defined by elongated proportions, refined posture, and decorative elegance. The composition emphasizes design over realism, with clean lines, balanced geometry, and carefully orchestrated details that highlight fashion, poise, and theatrical presence. The figure appears both youthful and timeless, embodying modernity, confidence, and cultivated style. Through precision and ornamentation, Erté transforms the human form into a graphic expression of elegance, capturing the glamour and disciplined beauty that define his distinctive artistic vision.