Iconic Celebrity Art Appraisal

Marilyn Monroe Portrait Print/Poster

This item is a color print or poster featuring a prominent close-up portrait of Marilyn Monroe. The image captures her with her iconic blonde curled hair, bright red lipstick, and an upturned gaze. She is wearing a white halter-neck garment. The top portion of the print features her name, "MARILYN," in large, white serif capital letters against a black background. The overall dimensions appear to be approximately 18-24 inches in height. The print is on a paper or cardstock material, or potentially mounted on a lightweight board given its apparent rigidity. There are visible signs of wear and tear, including wrinkles, creases, and possible water damage or discoloration, particularly on the left side of the image near her face, where there's a noticeable vertical imperfection. The bottom edge also shows some creasing and possibly tears, indicating it may have been folded or bent. The white border around the image appears somewhat soiled or discolored. The item does not appear to be framed or under glass, enhancing its vintage and somewhat distressed condition. Based on the subject matter and the aesthetic, it likely dates from the mid to late 20th century, probably a reproduction of a famous promotional shot or a magazine cover. The quality of the print, while clear, shows the effects of age and handling rather than manufacturing defects. No specific maker's marks or signatures are discernible in the provided image.