
Description
TOM KELLEY (AMERICAN, 1914-1984) "MARILYN MONROE, POSE #2" from the "RED VELVET SERIES".
Beautifully framed and matted in an ebony wood setting, behind museum glass. Frame measurements are 50x40". Signed by Tom Kelley, who took the original photograph in 1949.
1949/1980, signed bottom right and numbered 100/300 bottom left.
Photo: 37 x 29 in. (94 x 73.7cm)
Sheet: 39 1/2 x 30 in. (100.3 x 76.2cm)
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Few chips on the frame. Nothing major
Dimensions:
Height: 50 in.
Width: 40 in.
Depth: 3 in.
Category: Photography
Origin: United States
Materials: Photography
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Beautifully framed and matted in an ebony wood setting, behind museum glass. Frame measurements are 50x40". Signed by Tom Kelley, who took the original photograph in 1949.
1949/1980, signed bottom right and numbered 100/300 bottom left.
Photo: 37 x 29 in. (94 x 73.7cm)
Sheet: 39 1/2 x 30 in. (100.3 x 76.2cm)
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Few chips on the frame. Nothing major
Dimensions:
Height: 50 in.
Width: 40 in.
Depth: 3 in.
Category: Photography
Origin: United States
Materials: Photography
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Few chips on the frame. Nothing major
Buyer's Premium
20%
1980s Marilyn Monroe, Pose #2 by Tom Kelley From the "Red Velvet Series", #100/300
Estimate $8,500-$18,000
Starting Price
$8,500
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