Marilyn Monroe Photograph by Bernard of Hollywood--The Seven Year Itch, BW

Description: Purchased direct from Susan Bernard, daughter of Bruno Bernard, or "Bernard of Hollywood" back in 2016. The picture was taken back in 1954 and only 10 originals were produced and signed by Mr. Bernard. I worked with Susan for well over a month to purchase this piece from her and she agreed only after we spent over an hour on the phone explaining my reasoning. BACKGROUND:This image was chosen to be on of only 20 Unforgettable Photographs of the Century by International Center of Photography; for their documentary. Bernard of Hollywood was the most sought-after photographer in Hollywood during their Golden Era. He was the first still photographer to be honored by the Academy of Arts and Sciences in 1984 with an exhibition of 150 of his photographs, with such luminaries as Clark Gable, Marilyn Monroe, Elizabeth Taylor, Gregory Peck, Ginger Rogers, John Wayne, Marlene Dietrich, Rita Hayworth, Elvis Presley, Lucille Ball and many others. In 1999, the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York City chose Bruno Bernard’s memorable photograph, Marilyn in White, of Marilyn Monroe as the symbol of the 20th century for their Fame After Photography exhibition. The New York-based International Center of Photography (ICP) honored Mr. Bernard in their television documentary, 20 Unforgettable Photos. AUTHENTICITY One of those 10 originals was sold at Julien's Acutions back in 2015 for $40,625 of which it set a new record for them for the most expensive Marilyn photograph. (please see letter direct from Julien's) An email direct from Susan to myself is also included. The picture in this listing is "item 2" Part of our agreement was to sell back the picture to Susan if or when we no longer wish to own it. Unfortunately, Susan past away in June 2019 and am not able to reach out to her to sell her back the picture. Sell price is our purchase price back in 2016 and we would like to have a new home for this picture and enjoy it as we've had.

Price: 19000 USD

Location: Kennewick, Washington

End Time: 2024-08-25T00:06:48.000Z

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