May, The Varga Girl Calendar

This original May 1948 page from The Varga Girl calendar showcases Alberto Vargas at the height of his independent career. Having departed Esquire magazine in 1946, Vargas continued his iconic pin-up imagery through his own enterprise, producing calendars that became fixtures in American workshops, barbershops, and private collections.The composition displays Vargas's masterful airbrush technique, rendering his signature idealized feminine form in soft pastels against a warm cream ground. The playful verse by Earl Wilson completes the scene: 'I'm glad that school is over, 'Cause I'm tired of Math you see; It does seem kinda' foolish, Teaching curves to me.' The double entendre perfectly captures the cheeky wit that made these calendars beloved.A standout piece for collectors of mid-century American illustration, this calendar page represents the post-war pin-up tradition at its most refined. Vargas's influence on American beauty standards and commercial art remains undeniable, and original calendar pages from this era grow increasingly scarce.Size: 11.75" x 8.5"Artist: Alberto VargasCondition: 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.