On November 17, 1961 – 60 years ago this week – Marilyn joined 25-year-old Douglas Kirkland for what would become … More
Tag: Bert Stern
Marilyn (Un)Covers France’s ‘Le Figaro’
While one of her most risqué movie costumes is showcased in Paris (see here), Marilyn appears en deshabillé for Le Figaro‘s magazine supplement this … More
Madonna Goes Back to Marilyn
From the ‘Material Girl’ video to her 1991 Vanity Fair layout, Madonna has referenced Marilyn frequently during her career. The … More
The Myths of Marilyn’s ‘Black Wig’ Sitting
The so-called ‘Black Wig Sitting’ was part of Marilyn’s Vogue shoot with Bert Stern, completed over a weekend in June … More
Marilyn Dreams of Dior at the Brooklyn Museum
Bert Stern’s iconic portrait of Marilyn for Vogue in a new exhibition, Christian Dior: Designer of Dreams, at the Brooklyn … More
Marilyn Returns to the Hotel Bel Air
Marilyn first stayed at the Hotel Bel Air in 1948, and again as a rising star in 1952, renting a suite … More
When Marilyn Met Mr. Controversial
London-based artist Mr. Controversial uses vintage pulp imagery in his oil paintings, paired with provocative captions. His latest work, ‘Deal … More
‘Bubblegum Marilyn’ Artist Wins Copyright Case
German artist Michael Moebius is best known for his images of celebrities chewing gum. His 2015 portrait of Marilyn – … More
Douglas Kirkland’s Marilyn Poster Tops Bids at Julien’s
Rather surprisingly, this Douglas Kirkland poster was the top-selling item – with a single bid of $3,520 – in this … More
Marilyn Turns 95 at Julien’s Auctions
Julien’s Auctions is hosting an online sale featuring more than 200 lots of Marilyn-related photographs, vintage magazines and memorabilia, with … More
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