{"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.\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":52.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/edited_426c0e2b-4d85-40d0-9d1c-d13f282d3555.jpg?v=1781117814","url":"https:\/\/www.authenticvintageposters.com\/en-nl\/products\/june-esquire-calendar","provider":"Authentic Vintage Posters","version":"1.0","type":"link"}