{"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\n\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\n\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.\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","url":"https:\/\/www.authenticvintageposters.com\/products\/september-esquire-calendar","provider":"Authentic Vintage Posters","version":"1.0","type":"link"}