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    ALBERTO VARGAS (American, 1896-1982). Glamour Pin-Up, circa 1940s. Watercolor and pencil on board. 11.5 x 11.5 in.. Sign...

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    Paintings, ALBERTO VARGAS (American, 1896-1982). Glamour Pin-Up, circa 1940s. Watercolor and pencil on board. 11.5 x 11.5 in.. Sign... Paintings, ALBERTO VARGAS (American, 1896-1982). Glamour Pin-Up, circa 1940s. Watercolor and pencil on board. 11.5 x 11.5 in.. Sign... Paintings, ALBERTO VARGAS (American, 1896-1982). Glamour Pin-Up, circa 1940s. Watercolor and pencil on board. 11.5 x 11.5 in.. Sign... View More >
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    ALBERTO VARGAS (American, 1896-1982)
    Glamour Pin-Up, circa 1940s
    Watercolor and pencil on board
    11.5 x 11.5 in.
    Signed lower left

    This understated and iconic image is one of the most stunningly gorgeous faces ever conceived by the artist whose name is synonymous with female American beauty.

    More information about ALBERTO VARGAS, also known as Vargas, Alberto, Alberto Vargas.

    Condition Report*: 2.5-inch linear accretion on figure's upper chest running into flower; otherwise visually in very good condition; not examined outside of frame. Framed under plexi-glass to an overall size of 23.75 x 23.25 inches.
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    Auction Info

    Auction Dates
    June, 2012
    27th-28th Wednesday-Thursday
    Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 2
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