Featured is an original vintage Varga Girl calendar page illustrated by Alberto Vargas for Esquire magazine.

This July image depicts a glamorous blonde pin-up in a colorful patriotic-style swimsuit, accompanied by the month verse:

"Some gals prefer the mountains,
But I'm a gal who's smarter,
For each July I'm swearing by
My cool Atlantic Charter!"

Alberto Vargas' Esquire pin-up artwork is among the most recognized and collectible American illustrations of the 1940s. His elegant Varga Girls became iconic symbols of the era and remain highly sought after by collectors today.

Details:

• Artist: Alberto Vargas (Varga)
• Month: July
• Copyright: 1944
• Publisher: Esquire, Inc.
• Original vintage calendar page
• Size: Approximately 11.75 x 8.5 inches
• Printed in U.S.A.

Condition:

Very good vintage condition. Colors remain bright and vibrant with strong eye appeal. Evidence of removal from the original calendar is present along the top edge, but the page displays beautifully. Clean front and back with only minor age-related wear. Please review photographs carefully.

From the Chuck Olson Collection — a long-held collection of vintage calendar art and illustration from the golden age of American pin-up artwork.

Shipping:

Will be carefully packaged with protective backing and shipped flat. Combined shipping available on multiple purchases.