All hail the King of Pin-up: The best of Gil Elvgren in an affordable package
He’s called the King of Pin-up for good reason. Gillette Elvgren (1914–1980,) known as Gil, created some 700 pin-up oils during his long career, more than any other calendar artist. His subjects were flirty, sassy, playful and spirited, quintessential American girls who found themselves unintentionally exposed in myriad ways. They first rose to popularity among troops in World War II, and continued inspiring male fantasies well into the 1970s. Today Elvgren’s recognition factor is greater than ever, as his images are collected by men and women alike. His works have been the subject of top selling TASCHEN books and calendars, and now 200 of his best are available in a compact package perfect for gifting—to oneself and others. From his first mid-‘30s paintings through the 1970s, it’s all here, more portable, affordable, and adorable than ever!
He’s called the King of Pin-up for good reason. Gillette Elvgren (1914–1980,) known as Gil, created some 700 pin-up oils during his long career, more than any other calendar artist. His subjects were flirty, sassy, playful and spirited, quintessential American girls who found themselves unintentionally exposed in myriad ways. They first rose to popularity among troops in World War II, and continued inspiring male fantasies well into the 1970s. Today Elvgren’s recognition factor is greater than ever, as his images are collected by men and women alike. His works have been the subject of top selling TASCHEN books and calendars, and now 200 of his best are available in a compact package perfect for gifting—to oneself and others. From his first mid-‘30s paintings through the 1970s, it’s all here, more portable, affordable, and adorable than ever!
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Dian Hanson은 1976년부터 2001년 까지 "Juggs", "Outlaw Biker", "Leg Show" 등의 남성 잡지를 만들었고, 이후 TASCHEN의 섹시 북 에디터가 되었다. "The Art of Pin-up"과 "Psychedelic Sex"를 포함해 TASCHEN에서 60권 이상의 책에 참여했다. 현재 로스앤젤레스에 거주한다.
Dian Hanson은 1976년부터 2001년 까지 "Juggs", "Outlaw Biker", "Leg Show" 등의 남성 잡지를 만들었고, 이후 TASCHEN의 섹시 북 에디터가 되었다. "The Art of Pin-up"과 "Psychedelic Sex"를 포함해 TASCHEN에서 60권 이상의 책에 참여했다. 현재 로스앤젤레스에 거주한다.
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