Friday the 13th

Erte, Park West Gallery, Friday the 13th

TITLE: “Black Magic”

ARTIST: Erté

DATE: 1979

WHY WE CHOSE IT: If you suffer from friggatriskaidekaphobia (Frigga, as in the Norse goddess for whom “Friday” is named; triskaidekaphobia, as in fear of the number thirteen), you may want to lay low today. Also, beware of black cats, ladders and broken mirrors. You’ve been warned!

SOURCE: Park West Gallery Collection

Fine art by Erté is available through Park West Gallery and its cruise art auctions at sea. Learn more at www.parkwestgallery.com.