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Petty: The Classic Pin-Up Art of George Petty | 
 enlarge | Author: Reid Stewart Austin
Publisher: Gramercy
Category: Book
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Rating:  3 reviews
Sales Rank: 718547
Media: Hardcover
Pages: 192
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2.4
Dimensions (in): 12 x 9.1 x 0.8
ISBN: 0517201151
Dewey Decimal Number: 759.13
EAN: 9780517201152
ASIN: 0517201151
Publication Date: September 16, 1997
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Amazon.com Review
Even if you've never heard of George Petty, you're sure to recognize the airbrushed profile of the Petty Girl. She was the face (and legs) of the 1930s, the pinup World War II soldiers languished over, even part of the reason for Esquire's early success. In this handsome portfolio of Petty's work, the Petty Girl shines in all her period glory, from Esquire centerfolds to hosiery ads to calendars. Reid Stewart Austin's accompanying biographical text illuminates Petty's battles with Esquire publisher David Smart, as well as his forays into Hollywood design and even merchandising. Petty's empire was a family business; his wife Jule helped think up ideas, and son George posed as the Petty Girl's date. Petty's main model, however, was his leggy daughter Marjorie, who contributes an introductory essay to this volume.
Product Description
This exclusive collection features rare images of the legendary George Petty's pin-up art from ESQUIRE centerfolds, pin-up calendars, full-color ads, and many original airbrush paintings. The informative biographical text highlights the artist's life and work. Includes a Foreword by Hugh Hefner and an essay by the artist's daughter and model.
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Rich and Satisfying July 28, 2006
J. Arvizu (Scottsdale, AZ USA)
This book was chock full of great stuff. Such a beautiful comprehensive look at an amazing Illustrative talent. Especially the fold-out poster what a bonus! This one's a must-have for any serious Pin-Up lover.
Petty-Legendary Pin-up Artist October 30, 1999
Chris Hughes (cj_hughessinger@yahoo.com) (Jacksonville, Arkansas)
11 out of 11 found this review helpful
Besides containing hundreds of photos of some of Petty's best works for Esquire and Old Gold this book also contains the story of the artist, George Petty. From the beginning of his art career to his run arounds with the stuffed shirts at Esquire. The author masterfully paints a picture of a man that created one of America's most endearing icons. This book also contains a brief but very interesting story about the author searching out, finding, and actually meeting his hero a few short years before his death. Excellent read and masterfully designed.
Makes me wish I was a B-17 Bomber!! November 12, 1998
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
I'm a big fan of the classical pin-up. George Petty's work is the epitome of pin-up art. His girls always seem to talk to you, to tease you. I was lucky enough to purchase this book and I feel my money was well spent. This book also tells the story of Petty's birth, childhood, and eventual rise to fame in the pages of Esquire, True and several other popular magazines of this era. It also tells how he became enthralled in the war effort and how his "girls" became the dreams and fantasies of many a G.I. during WWII, and especially one of his pieces recreated on the nose of the famous "Memphis Belle". This book is for the aspiring pin-up artist (like myself) too as well as the pin-up enthusiast. Do check it out!!
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