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Alberto Vargas — First Love

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Classic Vargas pin-up with delicate airbrush technique and luminous skin tones Alberto Vargas (1896–1982) was a legendary Peruvian-American illustrator whose pin-up girls defined mid-20th-century glamour. His works appeared in Esquire and Playboy, becoming cultural icons.

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Alberto Vargas — First Love

Lot 0109

Estimate $1,100-$1,600Apr 5, 2026, 12:00 PM EDT

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