This listing features an original Esquire “Varga Girl” calendar page illustrated by famed pin-up artist Alberto Vargas. This sheet includes September on the front and October on the reverse, exactly as issued in Esquire’s classic 1940s calendar series.
Both sides showcase Vargas’ signature blend of soft airbrushing, stylized elegance, and glamorous mid-century charm — hallmarks of the iconic “Varga Girl.”
· Artist: Alberto Vargas (signed “Varga”)
· Publication: Esquire Magazine / Esquire Calendar
· Months Included: September (front), October (back)
· Approximate Size: 14" x 9"
· Condition: Good vintage condition
This sheet shows typical age and handling wear, including:
· multiple edge tears and corner wear
· surface waves and creasing
· small chips at the bottom and side edges
· clean artwork on both sides with strong color
A good, displayable example for collectors seeking authentic 1940s Varga artwork at an accessible price point.
Please review photos carefully to confirm condition.
About Alberto Vargas
Alberto Vargas (1896–1982) was one of the most influential pin-up illustrators of the 20th century. His “Varga Girls,” created for Esquire Magazine during the early 1940s, set the standard for glamour art of the era. Popular with both magazine readers and WWII servicemen, Vargas’ soft airbrush style and expressive poses helped define mid-century American illustration.
Original Esquire calendar pages like this one remain highly collectible pieces of vintage pin-up and advertising history.
Shipping
This calendar page will be shipped flat, protected between cardboard, and marked Do Not Bend to ensure safe arrival. Combined shipping is available—add multiple prints to your cart to save.