Erte or Romain de Tirtoff, Russian, French, 1892 to 1990, limited edition silk scarf, The Nile, 1982. Signed lower right. Framed. Romain de Tirtoff was a Russian and French artist and designer known by the pseudonym Erte, from the French pronunciation of his initials. He was a 20th century genius artist, graphic artist, illustrator, set designer, fashion designer, sculptor of the Art deco era, Russian origin, who worked in Paris and Hollywood. Antique and Vintage European Art Deco Ladies Scarves and Accessories For Collectors.