Alberto Vargas Esquire "The Varga Girl" San Francisco Art Exchange 119/200
Updated August 20, 2026
This auction ended on August 29, 2026.
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| Lot number | 0048 |
| Estimate | $1,500 - $2,000 |
| Opening bid | $100 |
| Auction | Mid-August Flash Auction! |
| Date | August 29, 2026 at 2:00 PM EDT |
| Auction house | Inveterate Auctions |
| Location | Coeur d'Alene, Idaho |
This is one of the most recognizable images created by Alberto Vargas during World War II. American GI's frequently copied it onto their aircraft as a symbol of good luck. The "Varga Girl" poses with

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