Gil Elvgren Sold at Auction Prices

b. 1914 - d. 1980

Born in 1914, American artist Gil Elvgren has become one of the most famous artists associated with the pin-up illustrating and advertising industries. After studying at the American Academy of Art, painter Gil Elvgren's career took off when he began working for big-name companies such as Brown and Bigelow, Coca-Cola, and General Electric. Elvgren's pieces portrayed the ideal female at the time, and his work was in high demand. 

Though most commonly associated with evocative images of pin-up girls, artist Gil Elvgren also painted typical American families and military scenes from WWII and the Korean War. His work has been published in countless calendars, magazines, and advertisements, and Elvgren's figural prints for sale are collector's items today. Browse captivating contemporary paintings offered online at Invaluable to make a statement in your space.

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  • GROUP OF 9 GIL ELVGREN PIN-UP MUTOSCOPE CARDS
    Jun. 21, 2026

    GROUP OF 9 GIL ELVGREN PIN-UP MUTOSCOPE CARDS

    Est: $75 - $150

    Group of nine vintage 1940's Mutoscope Cards with pin-up artworks by Gil Elvgren (1914 - 1980). Includes "Thar She Blows", "Free Wheeling", "Just The Type" (2), "Ankles Aweigh", "A Live Wire", and "In The Dough". All appear in very good overall condition with some having minor edge wear. 5.25x3.25" each.

    District Auction
  • GROUP 8 GIL ELVGREN & K.O. MUNSON MUTOSCOPE CARDS
    Jun. 21, 2026

    GROUP 8 GIL ELVGREN & K.O. MUNSON MUTOSCOPE CARDS

    Est: $75 - $150

    Group of eight vintage 1940's Mutoscope Cards with pin-up illustrations by Gil Elvgren (1914 - 1980) and Knute Munson (1900 - 1967). Includes "A Perfect Pair", "Man's Best Friend", "Thar She Blows, "Pursuit Type", two copies of "Who Said Anchors Away?", etc. All in good overall condition, a couple with minor edge wear and surface creases. 5.25x3.25" each.

    District Auction
  • 52 American Beauties Pin-up Playing Card Deck with Illustrations by Gil Elvgren
    Jun. 20, 2026

    52 American Beauties Pin-up Playing Card Deck with Illustrations by Gil Elvgren

    Est: $90 - $200

    This vintage erotica playing card pack, titled 52 American Beauties, features illustrations by American artist Gil Elvgren (1914â€"1980). The set consists of a complete deck of plastic-coated playing cards housed in the original cardboard tuck box. Each card displays a full-color offset lithograph print of a pin-up illustration in Elvgren's signature style, depicting women in various stylized, suggestive, and humorous scenarios. The subjects are shown in lingerie, swimsuits, or themed costumes. The box front features an Orientalist-themed illustration of a snake charmer. Visible markings include 52 American Beauties, PLASTIC COATED, BY Elvgren, and PLAYING CARDS on the box. Individual cards, such as the 3 of Hearts titled A WARM WELCOME, bear a printed cursive Elvgren signature. Dimensions: 2.75"L x 0.75"W x 3.75"H Weight: 3.30oz

    Lion and Unicorn
  • 5pc Collection of Vintage Pin-Up Advertising Ephemera and Photography Featuring Gil Elvgren
    Jun. 20, 2026

    5pc Collection of Vintage Pin-Up Advertising Ephemera and Photography Featuring Gil Elvgren

    Est: $150 - $300

    This lot consists of a collection of 5pc pin-up ephemera and photography, including promotional items for various American industrial companies from the mid-20th century. The collection features several items with illustrations by renowned artist Gil Elvgren (1914â€"1980) and one item by artist Park Sherman. Included is a 1954 vertical advertising calendar for Quality Park Envelope Company with Park Sherman art, a G.O. Carlson Inc. promotional card titled Me??? with Elvgren art, and a desk calendar for Shields Ampoule Machine Corp. also featuring an Elvgren illustration. The lot further includes a large color cardstock print of a woman with playing cards signed Elvgren and a glossy black and white silver gelatin photograph of a model on Kodak paper. Dimensions: 5.50"L x 7.50"W Weight: 2.00oz

    Lion and Unicorn
  • 2 Elvgren "T.V. Spectacular" Glass Pin-Up Panels
    Feb. 03, 2026

    2 Elvgren "T.V. Spectacular" Glass Pin-Up Panels

    Est: $800 - $1,600

    Gil Elvgren (American, 1914-1980). Group of two painted glass pre-production panels, each depicting a young woman positioned atop a roof, ca. 1961. Both panels depicting an image portrayed in a Brown & Bigelow published pin-up calendar titled "T.V. Spectacular." Signed and labeled "blue" and "yellow" along a folder housing the panels.

    Revere Auctions
  • Gil Elvgren (American, 1915-1980) Fine Art Print
    Sep. 12, 2024

    Gil Elvgren (American, 1915-1980) Fine Art Print

    Est: $10 - $200

    Vintage print of pin up girl lifting her skirt while getting wet by sprinkler water. Artist: Gil Elvgren Dimensions: 21"L x 30"H

    Lion and Unicorn
  • CIGARETTE GAMBLING TABLET, CIRCA 1945
    Jun. 28, 2024

    CIGARETTE GAMBLING TABLET, CIRCA 1945

    Est: $100 - $200

    CIGARETTE GAMBLING TABLET, CIRCA 1945 Store Counter Premium Game for Lucky Strike, Philip Morris & Camel Cigarettes, 8 3/4" x 8". Pinup illustration by Gil Elvgren (IL/FL, 1914-1980).

    Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
  • Gil Elvgren (American, 1914-1980) Pin Up Fine Art Print
    Jun. 09, 2024

    Gil Elvgren (American, 1914-1980) Pin Up Fine Art Print

    Est: $10 - $200

    One of the most famous artist's works titled 'I Must Be Going To Waist' created in 1950. Limited edition print, numbered in pencil lower left 38/2500. Measures 24" x 18" (sheet size).

    Lion and Unicorn
  • Gil Elvgren (American 1915-1980) Numbered Fine Art Print
    Jun. 09, 2024

    Gil Elvgren (American 1915-1980) Numbered Fine Art Print

    Est: $10 - $200

    Vintage Print of pin up girl in black lacy underwear getting dressed. Titled I Must Be Going To Waist, 1950 Artist: Gil Elvgren Dimensions: 18"L x 24"H Edition Number: 79/2500

    Lion and Unicorn
  • Gil Elvgren (American 1915-1980) Fine Art Print
    Jun. 09, 2024

    Gil Elvgren (American 1915-1980) Fine Art Print

    Est: $10 - $200

    Vintage print of pinup girl lifting up her skirt while getting wet by sprinkler water. Artist: Gil Elvgren Dimensions: 21"L x 30"H

    Lion and Unicorn
  • Gil Elvgren (American 1914-1980) Fine Art Print
    Jun. 09, 2024

    Gil Elvgren (American 1914-1980) Fine Art Print

    Est: $10 - $200

    Vintage print of a pinup girl holding an umbrella and holding her skirt up revealing her thigh high stockings. Titled: I've Been Spotted, 1949 Artist: Gil Elvgren Dimensions: 20"L x 30"H Country of Origin: USA

    Lion and Unicorn
  • Miss Sylvania Print From Gil Elvgren's Drawing
    May. 18, 2024

    Miss Sylvania Print From Gil Elvgren's Drawing

    Est: $200 - $400

    Featured in this lot is this colored print of Gil Elvgren's pencil drawing of Miss Sylvania circa 1950-60s, printed by B&B. American artist Gil Elvgren was born in 1914 and has grown to become one of the most well-known figures in the pin-up illustration and advertising fields. Elvgren's career took off when he started working for well-known companies like Brown and Bigelow, Coca-Cola, and General Electric, following his studies at the American Academy of Art. Elvgren was highly sought after for his work, which portrayed the idealized female of the day. Artist Gil Elvgren is most known for his vivid pin-up girl images, but he also painted everyday American families and military scenes from the Korean and WWII. Numerous calendars, magazines, and advertisements have featured his artwork. This print was made after his drawing on paper and shows Miss Sylvania from Ohio sitting in a chair holding a large bouquet of red roses as she smiles at the viewer. The bottom left of the print shows Elvgren's signature in light violet coloring reading, "Elvgren". The piece is set on a foam board and plastic wrapped to preserve its condition. It shows wear from its age and use over the years with holes in the bottom left hand corner. The artwork measures 20 1/16" L x 16" W, while the entire piece measures 22 3/4" L x 17 7/16" W.

    North American Auction Company
  • Gil Elvgren, Miss Sylvania
    May. 10, 2024

    Gil Elvgren, Miss Sylvania

    Est: $30,000 - $50,000

    Gil Elvgren Miss Sylvania 1954 oil on canvas 30 h x 24 w in (76 x 61 cm) Signed to lower right 'Elvgren'. Dated to verso '1954'. This work was created for the 1954 Miss Sylvania calendar published by Brown and Bigelow. This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.

    Rago Arts and Auction Center
  • Gil Elvgren, Parting Company
    May. 10, 2024

    Gil Elvgren, Parting Company

    Est: $30,000 - $50,000

    Gil Elvgren Parting Company 1950 oil on canvas 30 h x 24 w in (76 x 61 cm) Signed to lower right 'Elvgren'. Literature: Gil Elvgren: All His Glamorous American Pin-Ups, Martignette & Meisel, pl. 386 This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.

    Rago Arts and Auction Center
  • Lot of 50 GIL ELVGREN Pinup Girl Premium Collector Trading Cards
    Apr. 20, 2024

    Lot of 50 GIL ELVGREN Pinup Girl Premium Collector Trading Cards

    Est: $6 - $1,000

    Complete 50 Card set of Pinup Girl Art Trading Cards by Gil Elvgren. Multiple Photos Posted

    South Florida Auction & Estate Sale Services
  • GIL ELVGREN Risque Pinup Girl Art Playing Cards Deck
    Apr. 20, 2024

    GIL ELVGREN Risque Pinup Girl Art Playing Cards Deck

    Est: $6 - $1,000

    This is a Rare Full Deck of Playing Cards that has never been played with / It depicts the art of world renowned pin-up girl Artist GIL ELVGREN / Multiple Photos Posted

    South Florida Auction & Estate Sale Services
  • Lot of 50 GIL ELVGREN Pinup Girl Premium Collector Trading Cards
    Jan. 13, 2024

    Lot of 50 GIL ELVGREN Pinup Girl Premium Collector Trading Cards

    Est: $6 - $1,000

    Complete 50 Card set of Pinup Girl Art Trading Cards by Gil Elvgren. Multiple Photos Posted

    South Florida Auction & Estate Sale Services
  • GIL ELVGREN Risque Pinup Girl Art Playing Cards Deck
    Jan. 13, 2024

    GIL ELVGREN Risque Pinup Girl Art Playing Cards Deck

    Est: $6 - $1,000

    This is a Rare Full Deck of Playing Cards that has never been played with / It depicts the art of world renowned pin-up girl Artist GIL ELVGREN / Multiple Photos Posted

    South Florida Auction & Estate Sale Services
  • Collection of (2) Gil Elvgren Pin Up Art Prints
    Nov. 19, 2023

    Collection of (2) Gil Elvgren Pin Up Art Prints

    Est: $100 - $200

    Very nice collection of (2) Gil Elvgren pin up art prints. 17" x 14" nude pin up model putting a rose in her hair and12" x 9.5" pin up boxing model. Both are in excellent unframed condition with Elvgren on bottom left corner. Perfect addition to your collection, please see photos,

    Donley Auction Services
  • Framed Gil Elvgren Jackpot Print
    Nov. 17, 2023

    Framed Gil Elvgren Jackpot Print

    Est: $40 - $60

    Framed 1961 print titled, Jackpot, by pin up artist Gil Elvgren (1914-1980). Frame measures 19" tall, 13" wide.

    Donley Auction Services
  • GIL ELVGREN Risque Pinup Girl Art Playing Cards Deck
    Nov. 09, 2023

    GIL ELVGREN Risque Pinup Girl Art Playing Cards Deck

    Est: $6 - $1,000

    This is a Rare Full Deck of Playing Cards that has never been played with / It depicts the art of world renowned pin-up girl Artist GIL ELVGREN / Multiple Photos Posted

    South Florida Auction & Estate Sale Services
  • Gil Elvgren (American 1915-1980) Fine Art Print
    Aug. 23, 2023

    Gil Elvgren (American 1915-1980) Fine Art Print

    Est: $10 - $200

    Vintage print of pinup girl lifting up her skirt while getting wet by sprinkler water. Artist: Gil Elvgren Dimensions: 21"L x 30"H

    Lion and Unicorn
  • Gil Elvgren (American 1914-1980) Fine Art Print
    Aug. 09, 2023

    Gil Elvgren (American 1914-1980) Fine Art Print

    Est: $10 - $200

    Vintage print of a pinup girl sliding down a pole and wearing a fireman’s hat, red boots and sexy lingerie. Artist: Gil Elvgren Dimensions: 21"L x 31"H Country of Origin: USA

    Lion and Unicorn
  • Circle of Gil Elvgren(1914-1980) USA, Ink Portrait
    Aug. 06, 2023

    Circle of Gil Elvgren(1914-1980) USA, Ink Portrait

    Est: $1,000 - $2,000

    Circle of Gil Elvgren(1914-1980) USA, Ink Portrait. Framed & in good vintage condition. Signed in the lower right corner. Born in 1914, American artist Gil Elvgren has become one of the most famous artists associated with the pin-up illustrating and advertising industries. Overall Size: 17 1/2 x 14 in. Sight Size: 11 1/4 x 7 3/4 in. #2515

    Sarasota Estate Auction
  • 1949 Gil Elvgren Pin Up Advertising Calendar "Keeping Posted"
    Aug. 05, 2023

    1949 Gil Elvgren Pin Up Advertising Calendar "Keeping Posted"

    Est: $200 - $300

    1949 Gil Elvgren Pin Up Advertising Calendar: American Poultry Co. Cleveland. Foxing on pin up. Framed and measuring 11 x 22.5"

    Dana J. Tharp Auctions
  • GIL ELVGREN Risque Pinup Girl Art Playing Cards Deck
    Jul. 28, 2023

    GIL ELVGREN Risque Pinup Girl Art Playing Cards Deck

    Est: $6 - $1,000

    This is a Rare Full Deck of Playing Cards that has never been played with / It depicts the art of world renowned pin-up girl Artist GIL ELVGREN / Multiple Photos Posted

    South Florida Auction & Estate Sale Services
  • Gil Elvgren (American 1915-1980) Numbered Fine Art Print
    Jun. 21, 2023

    Gil Elvgren (American 1915-1980) Numbered Fine Art Print

    Est: $10 - $200

    Vintage print of pin up girl in black lacy underwear getting dressed. Titled I Must Be Going To Waist, 1950. Artist: Gil Elvgren Dimensions: 18"L x 24"H Edition Number: 80/2500

    Lion and Unicorn
  • Gil Elvgren (American 1914-1840) fine Art Print
    Jun. 21, 2023

    Gil Elvgren (American 1914-1840) fine Art Print

    Est: $10 - $200

    Vintage print of a pinup girl on the phone wearing thigh high stockings and sexy lingerie. Artist: Gil Elvgren Dimensions: 20"L x 30"H Country of Origin: USA

    Lion and Unicorn
  • Gil Elvgren (American 1915-1980) Fine Art Print
    Jun. 21, 2023

    Gil Elvgren (American 1915-1980) Fine Art Print

    Est: $10 - $200

    Vintage print of pinup girl holding an empty ice cream cone with ice cream on her breast. Artist: Gil Elvgren Dimensions: 20"L x 30"H

    Lion and Unicorn
  • Gil Elvgren (American 1914-1980) Fine Art Print
    Jun. 21, 2023

    Gil Elvgren (American 1914-1980) Fine Art Print

    Est: $10 - $200

    Vintage print of a pinup girl holding an umbrella and holding up her skirt revealing her thigh high stockings. Titled: I’ve Been Spotted 1949 Dimensions: 20"L x 30"H Country of Origin: USA

    Lion and Unicorn
  • Gil Elvgren (American, 1914-1980) Pin Up Fine Art Print
    Jun. 21, 2023

    Gil Elvgren (American, 1914-1980) Pin Up Fine Art Print

    Est: $10 - $200

    Depicting pretty girl with a parrot and a purse. Titled 'Feather And Fashion'. Measures 30" x 20.25" (sheet size).

    Lion and Unicorn
  • Gil Elvgren (American, 1914-1980) Pin Up Fine Art Print
    Jun. 21, 2023

    Gil Elvgren (American, 1914-1980) Pin Up Fine Art Print

    Est: $10 - $200

    One of the most famous artist's works titled 'A Spicy Yarn'. Measures 24" x 18" (sheet size).

    Lion and Unicorn
  • Gil Elvgren (American 1914-1980) Fine Art Print
    Jun. 21, 2023

    Gil Elvgren (American 1914-1980) Fine Art Print

    Est: $10 - $200

    Vintage print of a pinup girl sliding down a pole and wearing a fireman’s hat, red boots and sexy lingerie. Artist: Gil Elvgren Dimensions: 21"L x 31"H Country of Origin: USA

    Lion and Unicorn
  • Gil Elvgren (American, 1914-1980) Pin Up Fine Art Print
    May. 30, 2023

    Gil Elvgren (American, 1914-1980) Pin Up Fine Art Print

    Est: $10 - $200

    One of the most famous artist's works titled 'A Spicy Yarn'. Measures 24" x 18" (sheet size).

    Lion and Unicorn
  • Gil Elvgren (American, 1914-1980) Pin Up Fine Art Print
    May. 30, 2023

    Gil Elvgren (American, 1914-1980) Pin Up Fine Art Print

    Est: $10 - $200

    One of the most famous artist's works titled 'I Must Be Going To Waist' created in 1950. Limited edition print, numbered in pencil lower left 29/2500. Measures 24" x 18" (sheet size).

    Lion and Unicorn
  • Gil Elvgren (American 1915-1980) Fine Art Print
    May. 30, 2023

    Gil Elvgren (American 1915-1980) Fine Art Print

    Est: $10 - $200

    Vintage print of a pinup girl holding an empty ice cream cone with ice cream on her breast. Artist: Gil Elvgren Dimensions: 20"L x 30"H

    Lion and Unicorn
  • Gil Elvgren (American 1915-1980) Fine Art Print
    May. 30, 2023

    Gil Elvgren (American 1915-1980) Fine Art Print

    Est: $10 - $200

    Vintage print of pinup girl lifting up her skirt while getting wet by sprinkler water. Artist: Gil Elvgren Dimensions: 21"L x 30"H

    Lion and Unicorn
  • Gil Elvgren (American 1914-1980) Fine Art Print
    May. 30, 2023

    Gil Elvgren (American 1914-1980) Fine Art Print

    Est: $10 - $200

    Vintage print of a pinup girl pouring water into the dispenser while revealing her stockings and garter. Artist: Gil Elvgren Dimensions: 18"L x 25"H

    Lion and Unicorn
  • Gil Elvgren (American 1914-1980) Fine Art Print
    May. 30, 2023

    Gil Elvgren (American 1914-1980) Fine Art Print

    Est: $10 - $200

    Vintage print of a pinup girl sliding down a pole and wearing a fireman"™s hat, red boots and sexy lingerie. Artist: Gil Elvgren Dimensions: 21"L x 31"H Country of Origin: USA

    Lion and Unicorn
  • Gil Elvgren (American 1914-1980) Fine Art Print
    May. 30, 2023

    Gil Elvgren (American 1914-1980) Fine Art Print

    Est: $10 - $200

    Vintage print of a pinup girl holding an umbrella and holding up her skirt revealing her thigh high stockings. Titled: I"™ve Been Spotted, 1949 Artist: Gil Elvgren Dimensions: 20"L x 30"H Country of Origin: USA

    Lion and Unicorn
  • Gil Elvgren (American 1914-1980) Fine Art Print
    May. 30, 2023

    Gil Elvgren (American 1914-1980) Fine Art Print

    Est: $10 - $200

    Vintage print of a pinup girl on the phone wearing thigh high stockings and sexy lingerie. Artist: Gil Elvgren Dimensions: 20"L x 30"H Country of Origin: USA

    Lion and Unicorn
  • Gil Elvgren Original Pin Up 1967 Calendar, Corinne
    Apr. 26, 2023

    Gil Elvgren Original Pin Up 1967 Calendar, Corinne

    Est: $10 - $200

    Pin up girl, titled Corinne, original lithograph with Calendar made for Kankakee Welding & Supply, Inc. Industrial Gases - Supplies. With all 12 months - 1967 Artist: Gil Elvgren (American, 1914-1980) Issued: 1967 Dimensions: 16"W x 33.5"H Country of Origin: United States

    Lion and Unicorn
  • Gil Elvgren (American 1914-1980) Pin Up Calendar 1964
    Apr. 26, 2023

    Gil Elvgren (American 1914-1980) Pin Up Calendar 1964

    Est: $10 - $200

    A calendar from December 1964 from Brown & Bigelow - a division of Standard Packaging Corporation. Produced from Gil Elvgren All His Glamorous American Pin Ups. Artist: Gil Elvgren Issued: 1964 Dimensions: 17"W x 34"H Country of Origin: United States

    Lion and Unicorn
  • Gil Elvgren August 1962 Calendar Page, Help Wanted
    Apr. 26, 2023

    Gil Elvgren August 1962 Calendar Page, Help Wanted

    Est: $10 - $200

    American Beauties series. Features pinup girl with exposed nylon stockings needing help with her red convertible Mercedes 190. Front depicts scene with pretty girl, while back is calendar page. Brown & Bigelow printed bottom left. Artist: Gil Elvgren (1914-1980) Dimensions: 7.75"W x 9.5"H Manufacturer: Brown & Bigelow, Inc. Country of Origin: St. Paul, Minnesota, United States

    Lion and Unicorn
  • Vintage Gil Elvgren Pin Up Art Print, French Maid
    Apr. 26, 2023

    Vintage Gil Elvgren Pin Up Art Print, French Maid

    Est: $10 - $200

    Featuring topless model holding duster and wearing shiny black heels and a smile. Printed on cardstock material. Artist: Gil Elvgren (1914-1980) Dimensions: 9"W x 11.5"H Country of Origin: United States

    Lion and Unicorn
  • Vintage Gil Elvgren Pin Up Art Print, Puppeteer
    Apr. 26, 2023

    Vintage Gil Elvgren Pin Up Art Print, Puppeteer

    Est: $10 - $200

    Featuring pretty ginger haired girl with black lingerie and red accents holding strings for puppet. Printed on cardstock material. Artist: Gil Elvgren (1914-1980) Dimensions: 9"W x 11.5"H Country of Origin: United States

    Lion and Unicorn
  • Gil Elvgren Pin Up Girl Art Print, I'm A Happy Medium
    Apr. 26, 2023

    Gil Elvgren Pin Up Girl Art Print, I'm A Happy Medium

    Est: $10 - $200

    From the canvas oil painting of the same name, by one of the most famous and respected pin up artists of the twentieth century. Depicting a girl with a crystal ball. Made of cardstock material. Artist: Gil Elvgren (1914-1980) Issued: 1939-1949 Dimensions: 9"W x 11.5"H Country of Origin: United States

    Lion and Unicorn
  • Limited Edition Gil Elvgren Art Print, Cowgirl On Fence
    Apr. 26, 2023

    Limited Edition Gil Elvgren Art Print, Cowgirl On Fence

    Est: $10 - $200

    Features pretty golden blonde haired girl holding a smoking gun while sitting on wooden fence. She wears boots and a holster. Made of cardstock material. Lower left is edition number and size, 1189 of 3000. Artist: Gil Elvgren (1914-1980) Dimensions: 9"W x 11.5"H Edition Number: 1189 of 3000 Country of Origin: United States

    Lion and Unicorn
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