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No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Gillette elvgren 19141980, known as gil, created some 700 pinup oils during his long career, more than any other calendar artist. The little book of champagnethe little book of chocolatethe little book of roses a little books boxed set featuring little pea, little hoot, little oink my little house crafts book. He subtly combines color, form, and style to create an allure that captivates onlookers and confounds fellow photographers. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Pinups 20 taschen weekly tearoff calendars by gil elvgren 25 jul 2012. Gil elvgren pinups 9783836552745 by taschen postcard for. Pinups gil elvgren by taschen portfolio, paperback. The art of pinup hardcover book by taschen sideshow. Postdepression usa was in desperate need of a defining iconography that would lift it out of the black and white doldrums, and it came in the form of gil elvgren. A mini yet marvelous survey of the greatest pinup artist, this book contains over 200 gems by gil elvgren, from the beginning of his career in the mid.

Elvgren is the subject of several recent books and his painting anchors a wow serves as cover art for taschen s 1996 monograph the great american pinup by charles martignette and louis meisel. First of all i need to say thank you for my wonderful other half for getting me this gorgeous book, so thank you baby. Elite pulp artists celebrated in heritage illustration art. Its full of elvgrens monthly calendar work, and many other pieces of his art. Gil elvgren 2014 taschen small clothbound diary book because book offers you rich data and knowledge. Postdepression america was in desperate need of a defining iconography that w. The little book of elvgren 2015, paperback for sale. His subjects were flirty, sassy, playful and spirited, quintessential american girls who found themselves unintentionally. Center stage is a gorgeous, utterly nude white woman who is held captive, her stunning assets being literally.

Postdepression america was in desperate need of a defining iconography that would lift it out of the black and white doldrums, and it came in the form of taschen gil elvgren. All his glamorous american pinups taschen america, llc. Elegantly packaged in a bespoke cardboard case, with a ribbon to pull up the cards, this collection features the sassiest girls from gil elvgrens pinups. Ruffled feathers original oil on canvas gil elvgren. Gil elvgren pinups 2009 taschen calendar wall calendar. The little book of elvgren 2015, paperback for sale online. Pages are in great condition except front cover has a tear, plastic that covers the book has a little wear. May 25, 2018 frank sinatra that old black magic come swing with me. Elvgren by taschen staff 2011, bath book for sale online ebay.

In the 15 years since taschen released the great american pinup, international interest in this distinctly american art form has increased exponentially. Of course the knowledge in this book hundred % guarantees there is no doubt in it you probably know this. If you want to grab a copy of the book, then here are the affiliate links to. It features 12 pictures plus the front cover calendar dimensions. Taschen delivers the ultimate compendium to elvgrens work, collating popular and rare prints and magazine work into book titles. All his glamorous american pinups technicolor fantasies of the american dream. Make someones day with this set of 100 postcards, carefully selected from the taschen archives.

The artists sense of humor surfaces in the title, as there is a bowl of. Since 2001 hanson has held the position of sexy book editor for art book publisher, taschen, based in cologne, germany. From a private collection, this 2009 gil elvgren pinups wall calendar is in like new condition. Eight vintage pinup prints by gil elvgren 1914 1980, circa 1940s. Meisel 2008, hardcover at the best online prices at ebay. Elvgren pinups postcard book, 30 detachable postcards taschen america on. The essential collection of pinups from photographer robert alvarado. Jun 14, 2014 of course the correct answer is reading a book. From the mid 1930s through 1972, elvgren produced over 500 oil paintings for commercial use, including illustrations for cocacola, calendars, major magazines, and advertising agencies. With a fresh, sassy sweetheart each day, taschen s pinups 2015 tearoff calendar is one accessory sure to have you wide awake at your desk. Pinups gil elvgren by taschen portfolio, paperback barnes. Gil elvgren the complete pinups taschen hardcover sealed. The seminal pinup artist postdepression america was in desperate need of a defining iconography that would lift it out of the black and white doldrums, and it came in the form of gil elvgren.

Lots of lovely reproductions of elvgren s cheesecake work here though. Pinups gil elvgren taschen portfolio softcover for sale. Gil elvgren taschen 25th anniversary special editions. Make someones day with this set of 100 postcards, carefully selected from the taschen. Each set of sixteen images has been specially selected from the taschen collection as the most loved, and most interesting, examples of elvgrens pinups. This is a typically beautiful art book from taschen which charts the work and life of gil elvgren the pop artist and real life madmen artist. Gil elvgren all his glamorous american pinups 25 jahre. This inspiring print set offers sixteen designs to transform a blank wall into a personalized display.

May 16, 2016 as pin up girls foram criadas no inicio do sec. I love these great paintings by pinup artist gil elvgren. Share the little book of elvgren 2015, paperback the little book of elvgren 2015, paperback. A stunning, erotically charged painting unlike any elvgren weve seen. He created some 700 pinup oils during his long career, more than any other calendar artist. This is the first publication, direct from the painting that just sold. Pinups gil elvgren by taschen goodreads share book.

Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The book is laid out chronologically 1940s, 50s, 60s, etc, and include his miscellaneous and advertising work. The influence of pinup photography pioneers like alberto vargas and gil elvgren. Gil elvgren was one of the most important pinup artists of the twentieth century a gil elvgren model was seldom portrayed as a femme fatale she was the girl next door whose charms were revealed in that fleeting instant when taken by surprise.

Selfportrait of gil elvgren gillette elvgren march 15, 1914 february 29, 1980 was an american painter of pinup girls, advertising and illustration. The printing is up to the usual taschen standardsmaking this book. The essays on elvgren, his work, and the different periods are succinct, informative and enjoyable to read, and add to the overall enjoyment of his work. The art of pinup the art of pinup image 1 the art of pinup image 2 the art of pinup image 3 the art of pinup image 4. The artist and illustrator gil elvgren created a world of girlnextdoor pinups that define an allamerican 1950s spirit. Nowhere on the box is this product titled gil elvgren pinups.

Postdepression usa was in desperate need of a defining iconography tha. Alongside alberto vargas and george petty, gil elvgrens work has surged in popularity recently as nostalgia for pinup girl art has grown, aptly demonstrated by the presence of taschens anthology. Beginning his career in postwar and postdepression america, the artist and illustrator gil elvgren created a world of girlnextdoor pinups that define an allamerican 1950s spirit. Featuring an eyecatching dateline and even more eyecatching curves from pinups finest, this will be one diary youll be longing to keep on top of. A 12page calendar for 2002 illustrated with 14 fullpage color illustrations of gil elvgren s paintings of pinup girls in in seductive poses. The complete pinups by gil elvgren hardcover taschen. All his glamorous american pinups by charles g martignette, louis k meisel online at alibris. The art of gil elvgren the artwork of gil elvgren, one of the most famous of the mid 20th century american cheescake and pinup artists. Elvgren pinups postcard book, 30 detachable postcards. Each set of sixteen images has been specially selected from the taschen collection as the most loved, and most interesting, examples of elvgren s pinups. But thats okaybecause this edition from taschen books is wonderful. This is a book of 30 postcards published by a company called taschen in germany.

We all know how much people like a card through the mailbox. Taschen book of elvgren pinup book from alexandria by tuanh. The best of gil elvgren in an affordable package, with a delightful introduction by dian hanson, which includes rare photos of the artist and his live models. The little book of elvgren gil elvgren s private stock the little books of champagne, chocolate, and roses. This taschen portfolio contains 14 framable prints by gil elvgren, the master of pinup art. Meisel and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Reading a book can help folks out of this uncertainty information specifically this pinups. If you want to grab a copy of the book, then here are the affiliate links to amazon. The artists sense of humor surfaces in the title, as there is a bowl of fruit in the foreground, the last element anyone is going to notice. The art of pinup, dian hanson 9783836535700 boeken. Gil elvgren, pinups taschen postcard sets card book 5. I actually own several of the original artworks that are featured in this beautiful book.

Pinups gil elvgren 2015 taschen calendar 9783836552455 ebay. Facebook is showing information to help you better understand the purpose of a page. Influenced by the works of charles dana gibson, andrew loomis, howard chandler christy as well as by the work of the brandywine artists such as howard pyle, gil elvgren 19141980 was an. Gil elvgren is considered one of the greatest pinup artists of the 20th century. Taschen offers us a look back at these calendar and advertisement goddesses of which gil elvgren is king. Jan 01, 2000 elvgren pinups postcard book, 30 detachable postcards taschen america on. Elvgren eventually went to the university of minnesota to study architecture and design, but also took art courses. Pinups we all know how much people like a card through the mailbox. Truly surpassing his original context of commercial advertising and pretty girl calendars, the work of gil elvgren has. The only reason i give it 4 stars is that elvgren is not my all time favourite pinup artist, that accolade goes to david wright.

Vintage examples by albert arthur allen, maxfield parrish, gil elvgren. Paul and printed with the artists distinctive signature. Gillette elvgren march 15, 1914 february 29, 1980 was an american painter of pinup girls. The printing is up to the usual taschen standardsmaking this book the one. Alongside alberto vargas and george petty, gil elvgren s work has surged in popularity recently as nostalgia for pinup girl art has grown, aptly demonstrated by the presence of taschen s anthology. Her taschen sexy books include titles on the work of naomi harris, terry richardson, vanessa del rio, robert crumb, gil elvgren, eric stanton, elmer batters, ed fox, and richard kern, as well as her popular. The best of gil elvgren in an affordable package hes called the king of pinup for good reason. They are from the taschen book, gil elvgren the complete pinups related posts. His images were used to advertise everything that made up the mid 20th. On the amazon website this product is titled gil elvgren.