Bill Ray "Marilyn Monroe" Silver Gelatin Print

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Bill Ray (American, 1936-2020). Silver gelatin photographic print on paper titled "Marilyn Monroe singing 'Happy Birthday' to JFK, 1962," 1962. Depicting Marilyn Monroe from behind on stage in her famous rhinestone-encrusted gown as she sings 'Happy Birthday' to President John F. Kennedy at Madison Square Garden on May 19, 1962. Ink signed and dated along the lower right. With a Timothy D. Kehr Contemporary Art, Minneapolis, label adhered along the verso.
Sight; height: 18 1/4 in x width: 12 3/4 in. Framed; height: 25 in x width: 19 in x depth: 1 1/2 in.

Condition

The emulsion appears smooth and unbroken. There are no visible tears or losses. Floated in frame under a nonacidic mat. Framed under plexiglass. Light wear to the frame. Not inspected out of frame.

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Bill Ray "Marilyn Monroe" Silver Gelatin Print

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