Rolf Armstrong: The “Creator of the Calendar Girl”

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Rolf Armstrong (1889–1960) was an American commercial artist and illustrator specializing in glamorous depictions of female subjects. He is best known for his magazine covers and calendar art.

Glamorous girls illustrated by Rolf Armstrong in the early 20th century
In 1960, the New York Times dubbed him the “creator of the calendar girl.” His commercial career extended from 1912 to 1960, the great majority of his original work being done in pastel.
Here below is a set of vintage photos that shows glamorous girls illustrated by Rolf Armstrong in the early 20th century.
Puck, January 9, 1914

Metropolitan, August 1918

Girl of Mine, 1919

Metropolitan, January 1919

Martha Mansfield, July 1920

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