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Please refer to each print's image to get a better understanding of the condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43160495554675,"sku":"IL6552-6-1","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/IMG_5778_bb3f5126-c62b-4a95-8fbf-f3bab8071486.jpg?v=1751134431"},{"product_id":"pin-up-calendar-by-vargas-5","title":"Pin Up Calendar, June","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp data-label=\"Condition\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the print's age. Marks\/stains as per photo. Wear around the edges and minor paper loss might be present in some prints. Please refer to each print's image to get a better understanding of the condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43204457365619,"sku":"IL6567-3-1","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/pin3_eaee5ea5-a32a-424a-922b-dd07bca7e3a3.jpg?v=1752956688"},{"product_id":"pin-up-calendar-by-vargas-9","title":"Pin Up Calendar, September","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHead over heels and marching to her own beat, this original September 1953 calendar page features one of Bill Randall’s most kinetic creations. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDressed in a sheer leotard lined with musical notes and armed with batons, this spirited beauty flips, tumbles, and charms her way into hearts and locker rooms across college campuses. The cartoon banners behind her celebrate America’s university pride, while side sketches bring a dose of cheeky chaos to this energetic scene. Illustrated by Randall for the Kemper-Thomas Company’s beloved Date Book series, this piece captures the playful fusion of pin-up glamour and everyday humor that defined mid-century morale boosters. Randall’s girls weren’t just beautiful, they had stories, punchlines, and personality. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a vintage enthusiast, pin-up collector, or Big Ten alum with a soft spot for retro flair, this piece is ready to be framed and shown off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Size\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.75\" x 10.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Artist\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bill Randall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Condition\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good, Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the print's age. Marks\/stains as per photo. Wear around the edges and minor paper loss might be present in some prints. Please refer to each print's image to get a better understanding of the condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43204457922675,"sku":"IL6567-4-1","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/pin4_4f0e57a8-0cfb-4ef9-a1e7-ffe0455a96c5.jpg?v=1752956760"},{"product_id":"pin-up-calendar-by-vargas-11","title":"Pin Up Calendar, February","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSun, stripes, and a little shadow play. This original 1953 calendar page features a playful beachside beauty brought to life by the ever-clever Bill Randall, known for pairing sass with sunshine in his mid-century pin-up work. Rendered in vibrant tones with flirty side cartoons and a wink of humor, this February girl heats up the winter gloom from her Bermuda hideaway!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Randall was a master of the moment, blending pin-up charm with comic timing. His illustrations appeared in Esquire before becoming a highlight of the Kemper-Thomas Company’s collectible Date Book calendars, where his girls were equal parts mischief and muse. A bold flash of vintage Americana, ready to frame or gift to any lover of golden-age pin-up art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Size\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.75\" x 10.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Artist\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bill Randall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Condition\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good, Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the print's age. Marks\/stains as per photo. Wear around the edges and minor paper loss might be present in some prints. Please refer to each print's image to get a better understanding of the condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43204458414195,"sku":"IL6567-2-1","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/pin2.jpg?v=1752957677"},{"product_id":"november-esquire-calendar","title":"November, Esquire Calendar by Varga","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis November page from the 1949 Esquire Girl Calendar showcases Alberto Vargas at the height of his commercial powers. The composition features his signature glamour: a radiant brunette in a military-style cap, kneeling gracefully while holding a maritime signal flag. Her knowing smile and the playful poem above, referencing 'signals mixed,' demonstrate the sophisticated wit that distinguished Vargas's work from lesser pin-up artists.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVargas brought fine art training to commercial illustration, and it shows in the masterful rendering of skin tones, the anatomically graceful pose, and the subtle pink shadows that give dimension to the cream background. The signal flag adds a touch of post-war Americana, nodding to the military themes that made his work beloved by servicemen throughout the decade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA quintessential example of mid-century American illustration at its most polished, this calendar page bridges wartime nostalgia with peacetime prosperity. A standout piece for collectors of pin-up art, Vargas originals, or the golden age of American magazine illustration. *Please note image is from a calendar that has been separated, top border has been minorly trimmed to remove calendar wire-holes from binding. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11.0\" x 8.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alberto Vargas\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the print's age. Marks\/stains as per photo. Wear around the edges and minor paper loss might be present in some prints. Some illustrations may have writing or images on verso. Please refer to each print's image to get a better understanding of the condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45088129253491,"sku":"IL8042","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/edited_2e76fa34-b473-43c3-b7e4-2591a6b51923.jpg?v=1781045118"},{"product_id":"october-esquire-calendar","title":"October, Esquire Calendar by Varga","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis captivating calendar page showcases the unmistakable artistry of Alberto Vargas, the legendary pin-up illustrator whose airbrush technique defined American glamour art. The October illustration features his signature idealized feminine form in a dynamic Latin dance pose, complete with maracas and flowing ruffled costume in seafoam green. The accompanying verse references the Good Neighbor Policy, reflecting the era's diplomatic outreach to South America and the broader cultural fascination with Latin rhythms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePublished by Esquire magazine during the height of the pin-up calendar craze, this piece represents the intersection of commercial art and cultural diplomacy. Vargas's technical mastery is evident in the luminous skin tones, graceful pose, and kinetic energy of the swirling white fabric. The complete calendar grid and original verse add documentary value to this artifact of mid-century American popular culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA quintessential example of the Vargas Girl phenomenon that captivated American audiences from barber shops to military barracks, this piece bridges fine illustration and mass-market appeal with remarkable sophistication. *Please note image is from a calendar that has been separated, top border has been minorly trimmed to remove calendar wire-holes from binding. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11.0\" x 8.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alberto Vargas\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the print's age. Marks\/stains as per photo. Wear around the edges and minor paper loss might be present in some prints. Some illustrations may have writing or images on verso. Please refer to each print's image to get a better understanding of the condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45088130367603,"sku":"IL8043","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/edited_e1303226-fd72-4f6c-b367-ba47d8495386.jpg?v=1781045181"},{"product_id":"september-esquire-calendar","title":"September, Esquire Calendar by Varga","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis original September page from the 1949 Esquire Girl Calendar showcases Alberto Vargas at the height of his powers. The blonde beauty in her teal swimsuit embodies the idealized American glamour that made Vargas a household name. His signature airbrush technique creates luminous skin tones and a dreamy quality that defined mid-century pin-up art.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe playful verse beneath the illustration captures the calendar's characteristic wit: 'September is the start of fall, when leaves are turning yellow. And speaking of an early fall, say, how about you, fellow?' This combination of sophisticated illustration and gentle humor exemplifies why Esquire's calendars became coveted collectibles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSigned 'a. Vargas Esq.' in the lower left, this piece represents authentic Vargas artwork from his most celebrated period. A standout piece for collectors of mid-century American illustration and pin-up art. *Please note image is from a calendar that has been separated, top border has been minorly trimmed to remove calendar wire-holes from binding. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11.0\" x 8.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alberto Vargas\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the print's age. Marks\/stains as per photo. Wear around the edges and minor paper loss might be present in some prints. Some illustrations may have writing or images on verso. Please refer to each print's image to get a better understanding of the condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45088131186803,"sku":"IL8044","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/edited_3d62b912-299b-40cf-a5aa-cd31b2637d51.jpg?v=1781117665"},{"product_id":"july-esquire-calendar","title":"July, Esquire Calendar by Varga","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis July page from the 1949 Esquire Girl Calendar showcases Alberto Vargas at the height of his powers as America's premier pin-up artist. The composition features a radiant blonde in a patriotic red, white, and blue swimsuit, her pose both athletic and alluring in the artist's signature airbrushed style. White roses tucked behind her ear add a touch of romantic softness to the sporty beach theme.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe accompanying verse playfully references the Atlantic Charter, connecting summertime leisure to the recent wartime past in a manner typical of late 1940s popular culture. Vargas's masterful handling of flesh tones and his ability to suggest movement while maintaining idealized beauty made him the definitive pin-up artist of his generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA wonderful example of mid-century American illustration from the golden age of pin-up art, this calendar page represents both artistic achievement and cultural history. The Esquire calendars were cherished possessions in post-war America, and Vargas's contributions remain the most collectible of the genre. *Please note image is from a calendar that has been separated, top border has been minorly trimmed to remove calendar wire-holes from binding. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11.0\" x 8.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the print's age. Marks\/stains as per photo. Wear around the edges and minor paper loss might be present in some prints. Some illustrations may have writing or images on verso. Please refer to each print's image to get a better understanding of the condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45088136822899,"sku":"IL8046","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/edited_867c96dc-7ee3-47a7-a9be-ecde816e2130.jpg?v=1781117749"},{"product_id":"june-esquire-calendar","title":"June, Esquire Calendar by Varga","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis enchanting June calendar page showcases Alberto Vargas at the height of his powers, depicting a bride-to-be in a playful white teddy and flowing veil. The 'Vargas Girl' became an American institution during the post-war era, and this bridal theme captures the romantic optimism of a nation celebrating peace and new beginnings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe composition demonstrates Vargas's masterful command of the airbrush technique, with luminous flesh tones and gossamer-light fabric rendered in his signature style. The coy expression and elegant pose epitomize the sophisticated glamour that distinguished Esquire's pin-up art from more pedestrian competitors. The accompanying verse celebrates June as the month 'meant for marriages.'\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA quintessential example of mid-century American illustration at its most refined, this calendar page represents a golden moment in commercial art history. The Vargas Girl remains an enduring icon of American popular culture, and this bridal beauty stands as a charming ambassador of her era.*Please note image is from a calendar that has been separated, top border has been minorly trimmed to remove calendar wire-holes from binding. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11.0\" x 8.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alberto Vargas\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the print's age. Marks\/stains as per photo. Wear around the edges and minor paper loss might be present in some prints. Some illustrations may have writing or images on verso. Please refer to each print's image to get a better understanding of the condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45088137347187,"sku":"IL8047","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/edited_426c0e2b-4d85-40d0-9d1c-d13f282d3555.jpg?v=1781117814"},{"product_id":"may-esquire-calendar","title":"May, Esquire Calendar by Varga","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis original calendar page from the 1949 Esquire Girl Calendar showcases Alberto Vargas at the height of his powers. The May illustration features a blonde beauty in a white swimsuit accented with vibrant orange feathers, perched demurely on a bamboo bench in the artist's signature soft-focus airbrush style. A playful verse invites viewers to head for the shore, capturing the optimistic spirit of post-war American leisure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVargas perfected his distinctive technique over decades, creating idealized feminine forms that defined American pin-up art. His work for Esquire magazine helped legitimize the genre as a respectable art form, moving beyond wartime nose art into mainstream publication. The characteristic blend of innocence and allure, rendered in his masterful gradients and flawless flesh tones, made Vargas the undisputed master of the form.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA charming example of late 1940s commercial illustration, this piece bridges wartime nostalgia and peacetime prosperity. The intact calendar grid and whimsical typography add ephemeral charm to what was designed as a disposable object but has endured as collectible Americana. *Please note image is from a calendar that has been separated, top border has been minorly trimmed to remove calendar wire-holes from binding. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11.0\" x 8.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alberto Vargas\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the print's age. Marks\/stains as per photo. Wear around the edges and minor paper loss might be present in some prints. Some illustrations may have writing or images on verso. Please refer to each print's image to get a better understanding of the condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45088137904243,"sku":"IL8048","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/edited_10a55015-2448-41fa-ae8b-8de50339d4a0.jpg?v=1781117851"},{"product_id":"april-esquire-calendar","title":"April, Esquire Calendar by Varga","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis enchanting April page from the 1949 Esquire Girl Calendar showcases Alberto Vargas at the height of his powers. The Peruvian-American master renders his signature subject with characteristic elegance: a playful blonde balancing a naval officer's cap on her upturned feet, her knowing smile engaging the viewer with warmth and wit. The accompanying verse, 'This honey has a serviceman, Away out on a limb,' captures the romantic spirit of post-war America when returning servicemen were reuniting with sweethearts across the nation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVargas's airbrush technique creates the luminous, almost ethereal quality that made his work legendary. The soft flesh tones, the carefully rendered turquoise shorts, and the crisp detail of the military cap demonstrate his technical mastery while maintaining the idealized, accessible beauty that defined American pin-up art. Published by Esquire magazine during the golden age of calendar art, this piece represents the pinnacle of the genre.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA standout piece for collectors of mid-century illustration, Vargas artwork, or military-themed Americana. The complete calendar grid and original verse add both historical context and visual interest to this museum-worthy example of American commercial art. *Please note image is from a calendar that has been separated, top border has been minorly trimmed to remove calendar wire-holes from binding. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11.0\" x 8.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alberto Vargas\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the print's age. Marks\/stains as per photo. Wear around the edges and minor paper loss might be present in some prints. Some illustrations may have writing or images on verso. Please refer to each print's image to get a better understanding of the condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45088139444339,"sku":"IL8049","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/edited_0b3bb238-f021-4a0c-a42e-91028a92bb85.jpg?v=1781117904"},{"product_id":"march-esquire-calendar","title":"March, Esquire Calendar by Varga","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis enchanting March page from the Esquire Girl Calendar showcases Alberto Vargas at the height of his powers, rendering a lithe hula dancer in his signature soft-focus airbrush style. The graceful figure sways in an eternal dance, adorned with white hibiscus blooms and a flowing grass skirt that seems to move with tropical breezes. Vargas's mastery of idealized feminine beauty is on full display in the warm flesh tones and elegant pose.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe accompanying verse playfully connects the breezy March weather to the dancer's minimal attire, exemplifying the witty sophistication that made Esquire's pin-up calendars cultural touchstones of post-war America. Printed in rich offset lithography, this calendar page captures the era's fascination with Pacific island imagery following World War II.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA quintessential example of mid-century pin-up illustration by one of the genre's most celebrated masters, this piece bridges commercial art and fine illustration. The Vargas Girl became an American icon, and this Hawaiian beauty represents that legacy beautifully. *Please note image is from a calendar that has been separated, top border has been minorly trimmed to remove calendar wire-holes from binding. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11.0\" x 8.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alberto Vargas\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the print's age. Marks\/stains as per photo. Wear around the edges and minor paper loss might be present in some prints. Some illustrations may have writing or images on verso. 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