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Gil Elvgren: The Wartime Pin-Ups
Editorial Reviews
Book Description
Elvgren's pin-ups were everywhere that American males congregated in the 1940s and 1950s.
The
artist's playful combination of the innocent girl next door and the fantasy female has
become the
definitive all-American pin-up.
Editorial Reviews
Book Description
For the first time, Brown & Bigelow, the renowned calendar printer presents, "The
Best of Gil
Elvgren" poster book. This exceptional collection of calendar images exemplifies why
Gil Elvgren is
considered the master of pinup art. This poster book is offered as the first in a
collector's series.
Printed full color.
Alberto Vargas : The Esquire Years...
Synopsis
The "Varga Girl" calendar pinups of the 1940s evolved from the vision of Alberto
Vargas who set
out to create a new image of female beauty. Neither a superhuman love goddess nor innocent
girl-next-door, she was a combination of both. Here readers will discover the artistry of
this
American legend and the contribution his works have made to the fields of illustration and
popular
culture.
Alberto Vargas : The Esquire Years Vol 2
Synopsis
The "Varga Girl" calendar pinups of the 1940s evolved from the vision of Alberto
Vargas who set
out to create a new image of female beauty. Neither a superhuman love goddess nor innocent
girl-next-door, she was a combination of both. Here readers will discover the artistry of
this
American legend and the contribution his works have made to the fields of illustration and
popular
culture.
Petty - The Classic Pin-Up Art of George Petty
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Even if you've never heard of George Petty, you're sure to recognize the airbrushed
profile of the
Petty Girl. She was the face (and legs) of the 1930s, the pinup World War II soldiers
languished
over, even part of the reason for Esquire's early success. In this handsome portfolio of
Petty's
work, the Petty Girl shines in all her period glory, from Esquire centerfolds to hosiery
ads to
calendars. Reid Stewart Austin's accompanying biographical text illuminates Petty's
battles with
Esquire publisher David Smart, as well as his forays into Hollywood design and even
merchandising. Petty's empire was a family business; his wife Jule helped think up ideas,
and son
George posed as the Petty Girl's date. Petty's main model, however, was his leggy daughter
Marjorie, who contributes an introductory essay to this volume.
Let Them Eat Cheesecake : The Art of Olivia
Truly an outstanding book! Page after page of stunning Olivia pinups. From the "classic" pinup to more modern fantasy images, Olivia's style is unmistakable. Anyone who appreciates fine airbrush work will love this book as well.
Second Slice : The Art of Olivia
Incredible sequel to the "Let them eat cake" Olivia book listed above.