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This captivating Petty Girl illustration from Esquire magazine showcases George Petty at the height of his powers in the mid-1930s. A platinum blonde in a stunning seafoam satin gown reclines languidly on circular Art Deco furniture, telephone in hand, delivering the perfectly timed caption with impeccable comedic timing. The sophisticated scenario, playing on themes of marital trust with a knowing wink, exemplifies the urbane humor that made Esquire the magazine of choice for cosmopolitan American men.
Petty's mastery of the female form is on full display here, with the elongated silhouette and impossibly elegant pose that would make his 'Petty Girls' American icons. The monochromatic teal palette creates a dreamlike, theatrical atmosphere, punctuated only by the warm glow of an amber cocktail. Every element, from the gleaming satin fabric to the carefully coiffed hair, speaks to Depression-era aspirations of glamour and sophistication.
A quintessential example of American pin-up art from its golden age, this piece bridges the gap between illustration and fine art with characteristic Petty elegance.
Size: 13.0" x 9.25"
Artist: George Petty
Condition: Very Good
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STE 1615
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