Description: Speaking of Figures is a George Petty illustration for Old Gold Cigarettes featured in the August 1938 "Esquire" magazine. It is 9 7/8" x 14" and is in good condition, with some marks and wear on the edges. It is the ad on the inside front cover. George Petty (1894–1975) was an American pin-up artist best known for creating "The Petty Girl," a series of illustrations that became iconic during the 1930s and 1940s. His big break came when “Esquire” magazine commissioned him to create a series of pin-ups in the mid-1930s. Petty's "Petty Girl" illustrations, characterized by their playful and exaggerated femininity, graced magazine covers, calendars, and advertisements, becoming symbols of wartime morale during World War II. His work appeared in “Esquire” and “True” magazines, and his illustrations were used for aircraft nose art during the war. The Petty Girl was notable for her long legs and flirtatious poses, blending glamour and humor. Petty’s influence on American pin-up art was profound, and his work continues to be celebrated for its charm and impact on popular culture. Chuck Olson CollectionChuck Olson spent over 40 years collecting and traveling the United States in search of unique vintage prints. He was especially interested in prints that were printed for use on calendars in the "Age of the Calendar" from 1900-1960. Chuck amassed a collection of well over 10,000 framed and unframed prints before his death. Please feel free to contact me with any questions about the item.
Price: 12.99 USD
Location: Blaine, Washington
End Time: 2024-11-23T05:00:01.000Z
Shipping Cost: 4.99 USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Type: Pin-Up Art
Original/Reproduction: Original
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Subject: Covered/Clothed
