{"product_id":"george-petty-pin-up-40","title":"Dry Martini by George Petty","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis delightful magazine illustration by George Petty captures the sophisticated wit and glamour that defined American magazine illustration during the mid-1930s. A bubble dancer performs under the spotlight while two gentlemen at a nearby table order 'a dry Martini and a package of pins,' the punchline visible in elegant caption typography below.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePetty's masterful airbrush technique creates the luminous, idealized feminine form that made his 'Petty Girl' an American icon. The translucent pink bubbles strategically obscure while the spotlight creates dramatic contrast against the deep purple background. The streamlined Art Deco styling and urbane humor exemplify Esquire's editorial sophistication during its golden age.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA charming example of Depression-era escapism, this illustration references the notorious bubble dancers who scandalized and delighted audiences at venues from the Chicago World's Fair to upscale supper clubs. A standout piece for collectors of pin-up art, Art Deco illustration, or American magazine ephemera.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.5\" x 9.25\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e George Petty\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":45370832912499,"sku":"IL8584","price":43.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/edited_d04f73ee-7440-4304-a7f4-69d984555e89.jpg?v=1787078731","url":"https:\/\/www.authenticvintageposters.com\/en-nl\/products\/george-petty-pin-up-40","provider":"Authentic Vintage Posters","version":"1.0","type":"link"}