Marilyn Monroe
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The Magnetism Of Marilyn Monroe
Marilyn Monroe had a grace about her that has endeared her to generations of fans. More than just sweetness, innocence and sensuality; she possessed a magnetism that has never since been replicated. Despite her life being tragically cut short at the age of 36, Marilyn achieved much in her lifetime; starring in thirty films and enjoying iconic status as one of the most glamorous movie stars in history.
Her first break came in 1944, when photographer David Conover spotted the then Norma Jeane whilst taking photos of women in the munitions factory, contributing to the war effort. The camera loved her, with Conover calling her a ‘photographers dream’. He went on to send modelling jobs her way and within two years she had built a strong reputation as a model, with many high profile covers under her belt.
This gradually led to her film career, a change in hair colour (to blonde of course) and a change in name to Marilyn Monroe. Her big break came after ten years in the acting world, with the role of Rose Loomis in 1953’s Niagara, where Marilyn played a new bride plotting to kill her jealous husband. This opened the door to lead roles including the infamous Some Like it Hot, Gentlemen Prefer Blondes and The Misfits; giving performances that won her critical acclaim.
Marilyn’s love life was somewhat more turbulent. Her marriages to both baseball superstar Joe DiMaggio and legendary playwright Arthur Miller were short lived, with many citing Marilyn’s sexual image and popularity as putting a strain upon her relationships. Not even the President was immune to her magnetic charms, as their notorious affair testifies.
After her death, Marilyn’s popularity continued to grow, with People Magazine awarding her with the “Sexiest Woman of the Century” accolade in 1999, whilst Playboy named her the “Number One Sex Star of the 20th Century”. Today, Marilyn lives on through her films, and continues to be remembered as the shining beacon of light that she was.
About the Author
Richard Nottingdon is a classic film and music lover who writes about a number of famous artists and the collectables that they feature on, including Marilyn Monroe, John Wayne and Elvis Presley memorabilia.
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ANDY WARHOL “MARILYN II.30″ MARILYN MONROE LIMITED EDITION POP ART SCREENPRINT $125,000.00 |
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MINOX CAMERA + PROOF SHEET, OWNE BY STAR MARILYN MONROE $50,000.00 |
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Oil Painting from Marilyn Monroe’s final home in Brentwood $35,000.00 |
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Marilyn Monroe – Original Art Oil Painting $25,000.00 |
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ONE OF A KIND MARILYN MONROE, “DIAMONDS” SILKSCREEN HAND SIGNED BERT STERN 1968 $22,000.00 |
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Marilyn Monroe’s Personal Crystal Necklace $18,500.00 |
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Marilyn Monroe ’s Personal Gold Pumps $18,000.00 |
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MARILYN MONROE~WILLIAM MORRIS CONTRACT~1950 $15,000.00 |
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STEVE KAUFMAN UNIQUE “MARILYN MONROE IN RED” MORE IN STOCK SEE IT LIVE $13,500.00 |
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Original Andy Warhol Marilyn Monroe Castelli Invitation Unsigned $11,500.00 |
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Howard Finster’s Original “Marilyn Monroe” $10,999.99 |
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“MARILYN MONROE,THE LAST SITTING BODY WITH ROSES”, BERT STERN ARTIST PROOF $10,000.00 |
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Marilyn Monroe Charcoal Litho with Signed Bank Check in Custom Framed Display $9,950.00 |
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STEVE KAUFMAN.MARILYN MONROE,ORIGINAL SILK SCREEN,ANDY WARHOL ASST,SIGNED,FRAMED $9,800.00 |
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Original VTG Art Marilyn Monroe Oil Painting Signed Manelyne American Car Brands $9,499.99 |
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RARE LRG SIGNED FAZZINO DELUXE ED I LOVE LOS ANGELES LA MARILYN MONROE RT$15,000 $9,500.00 |
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LIFESIZE Marilyn Monroe Figure Statue Toy Tin NEW $9,000.00 |
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1953 PLAYBOY MARILYN MONROE CGC 7.5 WHITE PAGES $8,999.00 |
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Marilyn Monroe, Bel Air Hotel 1962, Ltd Ed Photograph, Leif-Erik Nygards $8,500.00 |
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VERY RARE Marilyn Monroe Signed Photograph Photo Autograph Hollywood Framed COA $8,295.00 |
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Marilyn Monroe’s Scarf – Christie’s 1999 $8,000.00 |
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MARILYN MONROE Limited first edition Book 1973 Multiple Signatures Autographs $7,777.00 |
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Marilyn Monroe Original Silverprint Triptych: William Woodfield Artist’s Proofs $7,500.00 |
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MARILYN MONROE AUTOGRAPH ON DOCUMENT – EXTREMELY RARE! $7,500.00 |
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Rare Numbered MIKIMOTO Marilyn Monroe Pearl Necklace 9-7mm18K gold/Diamond clasp $6,999.00 |
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BERT STERN “MARILYN MONROE” OTHERS AVAILABLE $7,000.00 |
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Andy Warhol Signed Marker Drawing of Marilyn Monroe $6,999.00 |
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Marilyn Monroe Limited Edition Cast Paper Art Portrait $6,750.00 |
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MARILYN MONROE 56 X 29 PAINTING BY JOHN STANGO NEW $6,500.00 |
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Steve Kaufman, SAK – Marilyn Monroe – Multiple Original $5,950.00 |
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BERT STERN THE LOST SITTING MARILYN MONROE JACKIE WIG $6,000.00 |
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RARE Marilyn Monroe ORIGINAL Photo 11×14 ANDRE DE DIENES Stamped St. Jude & HiN $5,777.00 |
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RARE Marilyn Monroe ORIGINAL Photo 11×14 ANDRE DE DIENES Stamped #2 St. Jude $5,777.00 |
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Steve Kaufman – SAK – Marilyn Monroe 39″x39″ – State V $5,450.00 |
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BERT STERN MARILYN MONROE IN JACKIE KENNEDY WIG ONASSIS SIGNED ICONIC PHOTOGRAPH $5,500.00 |
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MARILYN MONROE RONALD REAGAN PHOTO PICTURE HISTORICAL RARE!!!!!! $5,500.00 |
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THE SEVEN 7 YEAR ITCH * 1SH MOVIE POSTER MARILYN MONROE $5,195.00 |
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SOME LIKE IT HOT MOVIE POSTER ‘59 MARILYN MONROE LINEN $5,200.00 |
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The Seven Year Itch Orig Movie Poster – Marilyn Monroe $5,125.00 |
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Steve Kaufman “Unique” Marilyn Monroe “I Love My Dior” andy warhol assistant $5,100.00 |
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“SUMMERTIME” – MARILYN MONROE by PAUL BRASLOW – 31″ SPARKLING RUBY RED & GOLD $4,750.00 |
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Andy Warhol Marilyn Monroe Original Castelli Invitation Screenprint Un Signed $5,000.00 |
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STEVE KAUFMAN UNIQUE “MARILYN MONROE” NEW YORK CITY $5,000.00 |
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Marilyn Monroe – vintage photo print 1955 – Roy Schatt $5,000.00 |
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JOHN ROMITA SR. WHAT IF #34 ORIGINAL COVER ART WATCHER MARILYN MONROE HOMAGE! $4,999.99 |
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MARILYN MONROE by NOAH – Original Painting Acrylic on Canvas $4,999.00 |
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Marilyn Monroe Oil Painting by Renowned Artist Alex Krasky 40″x60″ 40″ x 60″ $4,995.00 |
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Steve Kaufman SAK – Marilyn [Monroe] Chanel – Original Embellished Screenprint $4,950.00 |
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KRONE MARILYN MONROE LIMITED ROLLERBALL PEN $4,900.00 |
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James Gill Marilyn Monroe Double Exposure AP Pop Art $4,900.00 |