Marilyn, The Final Interview II – Limited Edition Print

The session took place during a period of considerable personal and professional strain for Monroe, themes that emerge throughout her conversation with Meryman. Speaking candidly about fame and public scrutiny, she reflected on the difficulty of being regarded as a serious artist rather than a manufactured symbol. Yet the photographs themselves resist sensationalism. Rather than depicting instability or tragedy, Grant presents Monroe as thoughtful and articulate, fully engaged in the creative exchange unfolding around her. The session took place during a period of considerable personal and professional strain for Monroe, themes that emerge throughout her conversation with Meryman. Speaking candidly about fame and public scrutiny, she reflected on the difficulty of being regarded as a serious artist rather than a manufactured symbol. Yet the photographs themselves resist sensationalism. Rather than depicting instability or tragedy, Grant presents Monroe as thoughtful and articulate, fully engaged in the creative exchange unfolding around her. The interview and accompanying images were published in Life on 3 August 1962 – mere days before Monroe’s death. For this reason the session has come to occupy a singular and poignant place within the visual history of Marilyn Monroe. Edition of 26 Stamped and signed by the Grant family on verso Platinum-palladium print on Arches Platine 310gsm cotton archival paper Certificate of authenticity signed by the Grant family