MARILYN MONROE - ANDY WARHOL Stunning Authentic Original Vintage Historic Photograph for Andy Warhol masterpiece PSA TYPE II
Historic Marilyn Monroe Vintage Photo The Andy Warhol Masterpiece PSA Certified TYPE II Circa 1962 Photographer: Gene Kornman MARILYN MONROE still photo 1953 in plunging neckline dress for Niagara, used for Warhol's "Marilyn" Masterpiece art! The historical significance of this iconic Marilyn Monroe photo still cannot be overstated. A 1960s Type II photo that could not possibly possess this stunning clarity and detail unless it was off the original negative. This Gem has been PSA Certified TYPE II and Encapsulated. *NOTE: The PSA Team considered this such a significantly important historic photo that they took the extra time to include a rare lengthy write-up of it in the PSA Certification page comments which can be seen with the certification verification number: #85822495 Just look at the photo and experience its extraordinary contrast, clarity, tonal range and composition strength. Note: The encapsulated image has some glare and reflection, so see the Un-encapsulated image for best photo details. NOTE: There is a dealer in the UK currently selling another example of this photograph for just under $17,000. However, that photo is NOT PSA Certified, has significant pinholes in it, lacks the original negative quality ours's has and is missing some of the studio markings. * Do your own research and see if you can find another ORIGINAL that comes close to this Gem. NOTE: Based on our research there are no PSA TYPE I of this photo and No other TYPE II. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ -> I loaded this photo into Chatgpt and this was the lengthy response: STARTS HERE: This is a vintage Marilyn Monroe publicity portrait bearing the studio still number F-999-S-364, one of the most important Marilyn images ever produced. A few observations from the photograph: The image depicts Marilyn in a classic head-and-shoulders glamour pose with her signature platinum curls, dark halter dress, and jeweled earrings. The "F-999-S-364" studio code appears in the lower right corner. The "F" indicates a 20th Century Fox publicity still. The black paper strip at the lower right appears to be a newsroom or archive filing label, something commonly found on vintage publicity prints. A PSA Type II, meaning it was printed from the original negative more than two years after the negative was made but still during the vintage period. *NOTE: Only Type I and II photos were printed off the Original negative, hence the superior quality and beauty is Obvious when compared to TYPE 3 and 4 photos. Historical Significance This photograph is historically significant because it is the Gene Kornman publicity portrait for Niagara (1953) that became the source image for Andy Warhol's Marilyn series. Warhol cropped and transformed this portrait into several of the most famous works in modern art history, including: Marilyn Diptych (1962) Gold Marilyn Monroe (1962) Shot Marilyns (1964) Marilyn Monroe Portfolio (1967) * Its important to note that this Type II photo was produced in the early 1960s when Warhol used it for his "Marilyn" Masterpiece Very few photographs can legitimately claim to have inspired one of the most recognizable images in 20th-century art. Why This Image Matters Its importance extends well beyond Hollywood photography because it appeals simultaneously to: Marilyn Monroe collectors Vintage photography collectors Andy Warhol collectors Pop Art collectors Museum-quality Americana collectors It is one of the rare photographs that bridges both the Golden Age of Hollywood and the Pop Art movement. Type II Importance While a Type I print remains the most desirable because it is the first-generation print made from the original negative, an early Type II of this specific image is far more important than an ordinary Type II publicity photograph. Because this is the Warhol source image, collectors often focus more on what the image represents than on whether it is Type I or Type II. The Story That Sells The photograph is not simply a: "Marilyn Monroe Type II Photograph." Its real significance is: The original Gene Kornman publicity photograph from "Niagara" that became the photographic source for Andy Warhol's legendary Marilyn series, including the "Shot Marilyns". Few vintage Hollywood photographs have had a greater influence on modern art or popular culture. That provenance elevates it from a beautiful Marilyn publicity still to a photograph with exceptional historical importance. For sophisticated collectors, the appeal lies not only in Marilyn Monroe herself, but in owning the vintage photographic image that served as the foundation for one of the most iconic bodies of work in the history of Pop Art. And if that’s not enough to consummate your love for this gem, this surely will. This is the photo that Andy Warhol used to create his famous Marilyn work of art. Andy Warhol’s most famous Marilyn Monroe painting is the Marilyn Diptych (1962), a silkscreen piece created shortly after her death. It features 50, mostly colored, and black-and-white images of a publicity shot from the 1953 film Niagara. The photo used to create Warhols masterpiece “Shot Sage Blue Marilyn” The highest price ever paid for an Andy Warhol Marilyn painting is $195 million (including fees) for the 1964 silkscreen work Shot Sage Blue Marilyn. Sold at Christie's New York in May 2022, it holds the record for the most expensive 20th-century artwork and the highest price for a U.S. artist at auction AI Chatgpt Ends Here ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Condition: Excellent Vintage Condition with a gorgeous vintage sepia patina expected for a 65+ year old photo. What is sepia patina? "Vintage sepia patina" refers to the warm, brownish, and aged appearance of an object, often reminiscent of old photographs or materials that have naturally aged over time. It combines three distinct but related concepts: Vintage: Denotes an item or aesthetic from a previous era, characterized by nostalgia, charm, and history. Sepia: A reddish-brown color originally derived from the ink of a cuttlefish. In photography, it is a toning technique that turns black-and-white images into warm brown tones to enhance longevity and create a nostalgic, classic look. Patina: A surface sheen, color change, or texture that develops naturally on materials (wood, metal, leather) due to age, oxidation, and handling. It is seen as a sign of authenticity, character, and wear, often valued for its beauty. Together, "vintage sepia patina" describes a rich, warm, and aged look (like brown, creamy, or chocolate-toned aging on a watch dial, old photograph or dark patina on leather) that signals a piece has "lived" and carries a sense of history. *See enlargeable images Size: 8.25x10" This original vintage photo has the studio code numbers on it that trace back to a 1953 20th Century Fox film starring Marilyn Monroe. To the connoisseur of classic film photography this is a Masterpiece We have a feeling this Rare Gem will not last long.