{"product_id":"august-esquire-calendar","title":"August, Esquire Calendar by Varga","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis August calendar page showcases Alberto Vargas at the height of his powers as America's preeminent pin-up artist. The auburn-haired beauty in her white swimsuit exemplifies the 'Varga Girl' aesthetic that captivated millions during the war years: impossibly long legs, flawless skin rendered in his signature airbrush technique, and an expression of wholesome allure that became synonymous with American glamour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe accompanying verse playfully acknowledges the calendar's annual tradition of featuring a bathing beauty each August, noting that 'a million males cried No!' when asked if they should vary the formula. This self-aware humor was part of Esquire's sophisticated appeal, treating its audience as knowing participants in the pin-up phenomenon rather than passive consumers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA quintessential example of wartime American illustration, this piece represents both a significant moment in commercial art history and a touchstone of mid-century popular culture. For collectors of pin-up art, Esquire memorabilia, or Golden Age illustration, this is an essential acquisition.\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":45088135413875,"sku":"IL8045","price":52.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/edited_7cd37138-c373-4399-9e7a-576f6e1038a0.jpg?v=1781117711","url":"https:\/\/www.authenticvintageposters.com\/en-nl\/products\/august-esquire-calendar","provider":"Authentic Vintage Posters","version":"1.0","type":"link"}