He may have informed you-- and evidently other pin-up art collectors and dealers-- that he is ( to use his own words) the " Registered Trademark holder of Elvgren for the following description: ' Artwork and paintings, namely originals and reproductions of paintings, printed and painted reproductions, illustrations, prints, lithographs, gift cards, posters, and post, trading cards with artwork thereon, portfolios, poster books, calendars. painted chiefly with oils and using live models as well as photographs, the "Elvgren Girl" was a "real" girl--sweet, sexy and innocent. In the matter of Trademark Registration Number(s) Elvgren worked as a commercial illustrator for many of the slick magazine publications, studying under his mentor Haddon Sundblom, and developed an accomplished and technically superior style with great commercial appeal, perfectly capturing the look and feel of post war America. Hairline Decision (Dis-Tressing) 1962 How do we get these published!! Pretty Please? Myrna Hansen, Donna Reed, Barbara Hale, Arlene Dahl, Lola Albright and Kim Novak are among the many models that posed for Elvgren. "Elvgren" is used to describe this artwork since, fundamentally, it is the surname of the artist that created the work. What Do You Think? Gillette A. Elvgren was born in St. Paul, Minnesota, and attended University High School. Help Wanted (Petty Perplexed) 1960 Amusing Planet, 2022. Real Neat 1956 American Art Archives. 1199 Forest Avenue, No. This is how Clair Fry, art director at Brown & Bigelow, described the artist and man Gil Elvgren in a 1950s Figure Quarterly magazine interview. A California Professional Law Corp. Gil Elvgren - Comic Artist - The Most Popular Comic Art by Gil Elvgren HOME > RESOURCES > COMIC ARTISTS > E View New Art RSS Feed Gil Elvgren Most Popular Gil Elvgren Artwork View: Gil Elvgren - Bodygard study Posted By craig macmillan 13422 Views, 7 Comments Gil Elvgren - Hold Everything (Skirting the Issue) (1962) Posted By Gene P Your comment is ugly! 03 Poster. Taschen, 2016. He graduated and joined the stable of artists at Chicagos most prestigious advertising agency, Stevens and Gross. Other than the caveats outlined immediately below, with respect to all three categories of Elvgren images, he cannot, by virtue of his registered trademarks, restrict or prohibit one from reproducing Gillette Elvgren's artwork, even though the image in question contains Elvgren's signature: Where one has determined that an Elvgren image is in the public domain, no authority of any sort is necessary to reproduce the image. He would go on to create around 60 works on 28 22 canvas, these early pieces can be distinguished by the use of a printed signature. In 1951 he began painting in a studio in his home, then in Winnetka, Illinois, using an assistant to set up lighting, build props and scenes, photograph sets, and prepare his paints. A Neat Display 1953 Gina 1959 From 1945 to 1972, Elvgren produced artwork for advertising specialties and calendars. Picture Pretty 1967 Success! Elvgren collectibles include calendars, ink blotters, jigsaw puzzles, letter openers, matchbook covers, Mutoscope cards, notepads, and playing cards. In 1937, Gillette Elvgren began painting calendar pin-ups for Louis F. Dow, one of America's leading publishing companies. .? Those images which are protected by copyright (in favor of B&B, for example) and cannot be reproduced without appropriate permission and 3. Specifically, he cannot prohibit people from using th name " Elvgren" in a descriptive fashion any more so than anyone can legally forbif others to describe a painting created by Pablo Picasso as " a Picasso" or " a Picasso masterpiece.". IN THE UNITED STATES PATENT AND TRADEMARK OFFICE BEFORE THE TRADEMARK TRIAL AND APPEAL BOARD Finders Keepers 1945 The Wrong Nail (Wrong Nail) 1967 $12.95. PETITION TO CANCEL REGISTRATION Throughout his five decade career, Elvgren painted hundreds of pin-ups, depictions of attractive women doing everyday tasks that accidentally revealed a glimpse of their stockings and straps. Find an in-depth biography, exhibitions, original artworks for sale, the latest news, and sold auction prices. Americas leading publishing company Louis F. Dow, saw Gils potential and around 1937 they started employed working together on calendar pin-ups. This painting is signed in the lower right corner with his later cursive signature. In a Lather 1952 Help Wanted Dow 1939 Many of his pin-ups were reproduced as nose art on military aircraft during World War II. Sometimes they were a bit exaggerated, but they always worked. A Good Connection 1958 I'm Not Shy, I'm Just Retiring (Too Much Champagne) 1947 On information and belief, Petitioners were damaged by said false statements and the registration issued in reliance thereon in that Petitioners, since as early as 1997, some or all of them, have continuously used the mark Elvgren on Elvgren works in which they deal. From the mid-1930s through 1972, Elvgren produced over 500 paintings of beautiful girls and women, first for the Louis F. Dow and later the Brown and Bigelow calendar companies. On information and belief, said statement was made by the Registrant with knowledge and belief that said statement was false. Taking a Chance (No Bikini A toll) 1962 Fire Belle (Always Ready) 1956 At auction, a number of Picasso's paintings . DESCRIPTION OF REGISTRANT'S REGISTRATION No. I Hope the Boys Don't Draw Straws Tonight 1946 Elvgren, John, and Louis K. Meisel. Elvgren Trademark Legal Brief Petition to Cancel Elvgren Trademark Trademark Cancelled 6/12/04 List of Elvgren Titles The primary copyrighted titles appear in alphabetical order. A Fair Shake 1960 This invocation of the FBI may actually be a criminal offense. As the leading authority on Gillette Elvgren, Meisel has been approached by and has knowledge of at least 30 to 40 others who sell Elvgren prints, calendars, books and similar products over the Internet who have also been threatened and actually scared by the Registrant. Date(s) Registered Aiming to Please (I Shot Him in the Excitement) 1946 Sailor Beware 1953 Double Exposure 1940 Dow Hoops, My Dear (Whooping It Up) 1956 The price of apartments ranges from 1.71 Crores - 2.58 Crores. Barrel of Fun 1966 Gil Elvgren: All His Glamorous American Pin-ups. As an example, we would recommend against anyone producing or selling a re-print of Elvgren artwork whether for card sets, lithographs, calendars, etc. Mitzi (Sleepy Time Girl) 1961 It's Time to Put the Motion before the House 1948 Although he has directed others to contact an attorney in Monterey, this attorney apparently did not advise him concerning his trademark applications. Find an in-depth biography, exhibitions, original artworks for sale, the latest news, and sold auction prices. Charming (Charming Trick) 1961 Excellent condition straight from the box! A Near Miss (Right on Target) 1964 His pin-ups were pictures of real girls in real, everyday situations. 1969 Entonnoir Calibre 44 pour chargement revolver poudre noire. Unexpected Lift (A Nice Catch) 1961 00 FREE delivery Jan 4 - 26 Short on Sails 1939 Dow He has indeed obtained certain exclusive artwork reproduction rights. It was around the end of the war that Brown and Bigelow, a firm that are still producing calendars to this day, approached Gil. Gil Elvgren - American Pin-up girl artist from the late 1930s to the 1970s Gillette A. Elvgren was born in St. Paul, Minnesota, and attended University High School. All Wet n.d. Dow repaint During the 1940s and 1950s he illustrated stories for a host of magazines, such as The Saturday Evening Post and Good Housekeeping. A Refreshing Lift 1970 Gillette Elvgren was an American painter of pin-up girls, advertising and illustration. A Lot at Steak 1955 Watch This 1949 PROVENANCE: The artist; . Double Trouble (It's Nearly Time to Close the Books) 1951 As will be explained in greater detail below, this person lacks any legal basis to require anyone to take either such action. Elvgren also is known as the Norman Rockwell of pin-up art.. By the terms of Elvgren's contract with B&B, he would turn out twenty calendar girls each year, ranging from cowgirls of the golden west to sultry sirens of the Riviera. 2,095,296: Filed on November 5, 1996, for the mark ELVGREN (Stylized); registered on September 9, 1997 on the Principal Register, in class 16, for "artwork and paintings, namely, originals and reproductions of paintings, printed and painted reproductions, illustrations, prints, lithographs, gift cards, posters, and post cards, trading cards with art work thereon, portfolios, posterbooks, calendars"; claiming first use in interstate commerce on 00/00/1994. Overexposed 1941 Dow . Elvgren's Brown and Bigelow images all contain his cursive signature. Gil Elvgren was born and raised in St. Paul, Minnesota, where his father opened a paint store. Catching On Dow repaint Oil on canvas. Gil's girls: The seminal pin-up artist Post-depression 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 's Technicolor fantasies of the American dream. For more than thirty years, from the 1940s to the 1960s, they epitomized the American Girl. It is critical to understand the value of any framed item, such as a print, is independent of the combined price of the article, mat, and frame. Elvgren has been a generic term of art that has been used in that segment of the art industry of which the Petitioners are members, to describe the artwork of Gillette Elvgren since the early 1940's. 1949 Net Results 1941 Dow Squirrely Situation 1969 Wright: The Art of Gil Elvgren (July 2017) - Rago/Wright/LAMA In auction. Explaining the technique used and the distinctive touches he added to his illustrations he said he liked to create the feeling that, underneath all the surface charms, there was a delicious warmth of mischief behind the models eyes. Sharon 1975 A Pleasing Discovery 1942 Dow (4,724) Research 249 Gil Elvgren prices and auction results in Art. SPONSORED "All Hands On Deck" Vintage Style Elvgren Pin-Up Poster - 16x20. Around 1944, Gil was . Taschen, 2008. The website also use content and scripts from third parties that may use tracking technologies. He was strongly influenced by the early "pretty girl" illustrators, such as Charles Dana Gibson, Andrew Loomis, and Howard Chandler Christy. Ticklish Situation 1957 Enchanting 1953 After graduation, he began studying art at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts. 4 interest-free installments or from $25.18/mo with View sample plans Quantity Add to cart Pickup available at Main Store Usually ready in 2-4 days View store information About Medium: Art Print Signature: Printed Signature Image Size: 9" x 12" It's a Cinch) 1950 A Shady Trick 1953 Time for Decision 1951 Your Favorite 1957 Captivating 1962 Second Thoughts 1969 What a Deal 1951 I envy Gil Elvgren's talent for capturing the female form on canvass. Is My Face Red? I Guess I'm a Poor Loser 1947 All other titles are in parenthesis. Help Wanted 1952 All Set (How Do I Look?) Original Art from the Grand Age of American Illustration. The Verdict Was "Wow!" He preferred young models (15 to 20 years old) just starting their careers, and valued models who were enthusiastic and interested in the project, though he said that they were very hard to find. More information about Elvgren, Gil. Sun-Kissed (How Do You Like My New Bathing Suit?) photographers. Lavender Lovely 1970 They are the girl next door whose charms are innocently revealed in that fleeting instant when she is caught unaware in what might be an embarrassing situation. What a View 1957 A Christmas Eve (Waiting for Santa) 1954 Waisted Effort (Hey, Honey . Up and Cunning 1955 In the Red 1950 Variations of body positions and the proper lighting that would go with the adjustments show his true skill to not only observe but properly render. Oh, No! If one advertised in a newsletter or magazine a " wonderful collection of Elvgren prints, " here too one has used the term merely to describe the prints as reproduction of Gillette Elvgren paintings, and his trademarks are not infringed. Your Move 1964 Keyed Up 1963 Louis K. Meisel: Fascination c1952 by American Painter Gil Elvgren (1914 - 1980); painter, illustrator and pin-up girl artist. After graduation Elvgren joined the stable of artists at Stevens and Gross, Chicagos most prestigious advertising agency, and became a protg of the artist Haddon Sundblom. 1959 1948 3. Life of the Party 1952 Cover Girl (Clean Sweep) 1963 During the 1940s and 1950s, Elvgren illustrated stories for Good Housekeeping and The Saturday Evening Post. (Tops 'Em All) 1946 Suzette (Black Chiffon) 1956 Since 2003, Grapefruit Moon Gallery has been a leading dealer of exclusive original paintings by Gil Elvgren, Alberto Vargas, Earl Moran, Rolf Armstrong and Henry Clive, as well as vintage photographs, prints, and period decorative arts in ceramic and metal. Some Cute Tricks 1951 Rest Assured 1952 Sheer Comfort 1959 See . Cold Feed (Cold Front) 1958 Save. Lucky Dog Dow 1944 This Bicycle's Built for Woo 1947 Cracker Capers 1969 Best known for his pin-up paintings for Brown & Bigelow, Elvgren studied at the American Academy of Art. Haven't I Got Swell Eggs? These pin ups are easily recognizable because they are signed with a printed version of Elvgren's name, as opposed to his later cursive signature. "Gil is one of the most able draftsmen and painters in the commercial field. Many of Gillette Elvgren's works are now in the public domain, the remainder are still protected by copyright. They could easily kindle a twinkle in anyones eye and often had one in their own. Gillette Elvgren was an American painter of pin-up girls, advertising and illustration. Elvgren Girls had personality and zest; they were lively, friendly beauties brimming with enthusiasm. When the Registrant claimed first use in interstate commerce of the Elvgren signatures, [00/00/1994 for Registration No. Upsetting Upset 1969 Since registering the "Elvgren" signatures in 1997, the Registrant has been continually harassing Meisel over the Registrant's claimed ownership of all rights to images created by the famous pinup artist Gil Elvgren which contained the signature "Elvgren". 21. Gil Elvgren was born in St. Paul, Minnesota, on March 5, 1914. The Miss Sylvania account adapted The Great American Pin-up to middle America's buttoned up sensibilities. Thinking of You 1962 Thus, the name Elvgren is most commonly used to describe works of art created by Gillette Elvgren as opposed to works of art created by others. Best known for his pin-up paintings for Brown & Bigelow, Elvgren studied at the American Academy of Art. Meisel has spent thousands of dollars in legal fees, not to mention hundreds of valuable hours, defending himself against the Registrant's false claims and assisting others to do the same. 1958 A-Cute Injury 1953 A Polished Performance 1964 During his professional career, which began in the mid 1930s and lasted more than forty years, he established himself as the clear favorite of pin-up collectors and fans worldwide. I don't think so. [See pages 22,23, 27 and 80 of the book "Gil Elvgren, All His Glamorous American Pin-Ups" incorporated herein by reference as Exhibit B] Gentlemen Prefer . And thank you for sharing them in the first place. Fresh Breeze! Tail Wind Dow Beat That! He was strongly influenced by the early "pretty girl" illustrators, such as Charles Dana Gibson, Andrew Loomis, and Howard Chandler Christy. Among the models and hollywood legends Elvgren painted during his career included Myrna Hansen, Donna Reed, Barbara Hale, Arlene Dahl, Lola Albright and Kim Novak. September 16, 1997 Elvgren was a commercial success. 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Best known for his pin-up paintings for Brown & Bigelow, Elvgren studied at the American Academy of Art. DESCRIPTION OF REGISTRANT'S REGISTRATION No. A Put-Up Job 1955 Might you have the image he used for the girl and the turtle? In for a Tanning (Smart Grab) 1944 Dow Aw-Come On 1953 Graduating during the Depression in 1936, Elvgren found employment at Stevens and Gross, a large Chicago advertising agency. (210) $10.00. Figures Don't Lie 1939 Dow Learn the market value of your Gil Elvgren. Hope you enjoy this glimpse into the way a master like Gill Elvgren worked. For complete information about the cookies we use, data we collect and how we process them, please check our, Although I don't use cookies, WordPress and my Theme might use them to enhance your experience while using my website. From the mid 1930s through 1972, Elvgren produced over 500 oil paintings for commercial use, including . Thar She Blows 1939 Dow In 1937, Gil began painting calendar pin-ups for Louis F. Dow, one of America's leading publishing companies, during which time he created about 60 works on 28 X 22 canvas and distinguished them by a printed signature. A Good Sign 1951 Catch On 1941 Dow One for the Money 1954 Patent and Trademark Office to grant said registrations. Frame. Ankles Aweigh 1939 Dow These are three basic categories of Gillette Elvgren artwork available today- 1. (Dunce?) Thin Ice (Smooth Sailing) Dow Here are a few preliminary observations, which are based on investigation into this matter: He appears to have obtained registered trademarks in the two stylized "Elgren" signatures which most commonly appear on Elvgren pin-up art - (A) the scripted or cursive-style "Elvgren" typically associated with Elvgren's Brown & Bigelow images (U.S. Patent and Trademark Office - Red. Parting Company 1950 Did You Recognize Me by My Voice? Sheer Delight (This Soots Me) 1948 1946 See all past shows and fair booths. Always in Time 1960 Sheer Nonsense 1953 2,095,296 took place on 00/00/1994 and first use in commerce for Registration No. The face is the personality. The model was the all-important factor in making a painting strong. Just Right (The Eyeds of March) 1962 I've been searching for years to find out who the artist is with no luck . Something Borrowed, Something Blue 1947 1961 For example, if someone put together a print set entitled " Elvgren Girls," this by itself certainly would not infringe upon his trademark. America's leading publishing company Louis F. Dow, saw Gils potential and around 1937 they started employed working together on calendar pin-ups. Daisies Are Telling (Love Me, Love Me Not) 1955 Gil Elvgren Appreciation T-Shirt no. Perfection (Appealing) 1940s 1948 Powered by WordPress. ATTORNEY FOR See Worthy 1944 Dow You know the sort of thing, found on the nose of a bomber in a war film or adorn the walls of a soldiers barracks. 1. $5.95 shipping. Signature. The Honeymoon's Over (A Good Man's Hard to Find-Once You Marry Him) 1949 A Peek-a-Knees 1939 Dow He Thinks I'm Too Good to Be True (She sits home every night, just waiting there for you. 1947 But lets face it, more saucy than sexual. Vicki (Sleepytime Gal) 1964 Elvgren painted his first calendar pin-up for Louis F. Dow in 1937. Reasonably relying upon the truth of said false statements, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office did, in fact, grant said registration to Registrant. I had most from above already but some in this article I've never seen and there must be more? Add to cart Couldn't load pickup availability. What's Up? 1944 Dow 1992 - first in elvgren and the retro pin-up revival! Check and Double Check (Now Don't Get Me in a Corner; It's Your Move) 1946 Looking for Trouble 1953 Deduct the cost of a new acid-free mat and backing from the asking price. Nourmand, Tony. Gillette Elvgren (1914-1980). Americanartarchives.com. No. Sleepy Time Girl n.d. Dow 2. Miss-Placed Confidence (Dog Gone It) 1940 Dow 13. Pleasepublish these in a coffee table book! Elvgren signed on with Brown and Bigelow. Quantity Decrease quantity for Gil Elvgren, Well Built Increase quantity for Gil Elvgren, Well Built. Hanson, Dian. Gil created billboard, poster, and magazine illustrations but is best known for his pin-up art. Self-portrait of Gil Elvgren. 1948 No matter what he claims, he cannot block anyone from using an individual's last name (Elvgren, in this case) to describe the origin of a product (such as a painting created by Gillette Elvgren) that preceded his trademark. On information and belief, Petitioners further allege that Registrant's registration was obtained fraudulently in that in the formal application papers filed by Registrant, under oath pursuant to 18 USC 1001, states that to the best of his knowledge and belief no other person, firm, corporation, or association has the right to use the Elvgren mark in commerce. Stepping Out (Stepping High) 1950s In 1937, Gil began painting calendar pinups for Louis F. Dow, one of America's leading publishing companies, during which time he created about 60 works. The Final Touch (Keep 'Em Flying) 1954 Find the Value of your Gil Elvgren collectibles. Fortunino Matania is known for Royal events and allegory painting, war artist, magazine illustration. Works containing both the earlier printed version of Elvgren's signature and the later cursive "Elvgren" signature are reproduced, sold, traded and displayed. Sailor Beware (See Worthy) 1963 Reel Art Press, Collectors Edition, 2012. new schedule - very limited commissions accepted on request. 1940 Dow Similarly, "Elvgren" is a term of art or common descriptor that is used to describe works of art created by the famous pin-up artist Gillette Elvgren. Real women don't look like glorified embellished pin-up models, Lame-O. Promo poster for Gil Elvgren's Ladies of Naughty Nostalgia trading cards by Comic Images. Shaping Up (A Satisfied Customer) 1959 Customers interested in this artist might also find the work of Robert Riggs, George Nemethy and Alex Roulette. $25.13. Aloha Oooooo 1968 Palette-Able 1937 Dow All images shown as exhibits for the two trademark applications submitted by the Registrant were not products of the Registrant's origin, but were merely copies of artwork painted by Gillette Elvgren, as early as 1939. . Evening Out (It Will Take More than One Evening Out) 1969 $12.95. Fortunino Matania (1881 - 1963) was active/lived in Italy, United States. Snow Fun Dow repaint On information and belief, Petitioners allege that Registrant's registration was obtained fraudulently in that in the formal application papers filed by Registrant, under oath pursuant to 18 USC 1001, states that Registrant's first use in commerce for Registration No. Budding Out 1968 It is the generic name of all such goods produced and sold by every company or person engaged in such business. Gil Elvgren - The Classic American Pin Up Girl By Alice Yoo on July 23, 2009 Though most of the time we're featuring new digital or urban art to showcase on theMET, every so often it's nice to remember an older artist who's work is still looked upon as some of the most influential of all time. 1954 Tops in Service 1958 Where an Elvgren image is protected by copyright, one much obtain the permission of the copyright holder (B&B in many cases) before it can be legally reproduced and distributed. Read more about the Gil Elvgren Monograph and Website Gil Elvgren: The Complete Pin-Ups Pin-up published by TASCHEN is handy anthology and introduces Elvgrens saucy yet sweet models through a huge selection of his calendar and advertising illustrations. Slip Off Shore 1944 Dow However, and despite requests for information from which one might be able to ascertain the extent of his alleged contract rights, he has thus far failed to provide a copy of any such agreement or agreements when requested. This painting was rendered in just two hours and titled "2 Hour Sketch" (as noted below his signature); it hung for years in the artist's own studio. A Good Hook-Up 1937 Dow 1965 [Contact Us], Do You Think I No Too Much ? Gillete Elvgren is regarded today as the most technically proficient and gifted commercial pin-up artist of the 20th century, a prolific and hard working perfectionist who created luminous portraits of the mischievous girl next door for the Louis F. Dow Calendar Company and later the Brown & Bigelow Calendar Company. Bronco Bested (Bronco Busted) 1965 Taschen, 2016. What a Break 1944 Dow After graduation, he began studying art at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts. Modest Maneuver 1969 All artwork on this page are owned by the artist who created them No copyright infringement is intended. These pin ups are easily recognizable because they are signed with a printed version of Elvgren's name, as opposed to his later cursive signature. 1946 Spring Fever 1954 Gil Elvgren (1914-1980) was the most important pin-up and glamour artist of the twentieth century. Appreciative Audience (Bird's Eye View) 1960 That Low-Down Feeling (Who, Me?) When this is the case, do not pay a premium price for the item. This site is dedicated to preserving the art and influence of the best pin-up artist in the history of American illustration. Bubbling Over 1951 Lola 1955 Bio. The distinguishing mark of Elvgrens pin-ups compared with those of his contemporaries is that the Elvgren Girls looked like real people. , poster, and sold auction prices advertising agency, Stevens and Gross pour chargement revolver noire... 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