Marilyn Monroe Red Velvet Pose 8 photographed by Tom Kelley

Pose 8

Price range: $2,600.00 through $2,800.00

One of twelve photographs from Tom Kelley’s legendary 1949 Red Velvet session with Marilyn Monroe. Pose 8 uses a dramatic full-body composition emphasizing line and movement and is offered as an authorized limited-edition fine art print.

Each print in this limited collection is produced using museum-grade Hahnemühle FineArt Baryta Satin paper, offering exceptional depth, detail, and archival quality. Restored from the original transparency, this edition faithfully preserves the richness and intimacy of the original photograph. All prints ship insured in archival-safe packaging.

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Limited Edition Collector’s Print
Marilyn Monroe Red Velvet Pose #8

Marilyn Monroe Red Velvet Pose 8 returns to a more expansive full-body composition, with Marilyn set dramatically against the flowing velvet in a pose that emphasizes line, motion, and theatrical presentation. The sweeping backdrop and extended form give the image a bold visual presence from a distance.

Pose 8 demonstrates the broader stylistic range within the Red Velvet Collection, offering collectors a dynamic counterpart to the more intimate seated portraits in the series.

Originally captured in 1949 by photographer Tom Kelley, this iconic image of Marilyn Monroe is one of twelve from the legendary Red Velvet session. Shot before she became a household name, the series showcases Marilyn’s natural allure and quiet confidence, posed with intention against deep red drapery in a moment of striking poise and self-assurance. One image from this session would go on to appear in the inaugural issue of Playboy magazine, marking a pivotal point in American pop culture history.

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Weight 3.5 lbs
Dimensions 40 × 34 × 0.25 in
Size

22" x 28" Regular Edition, 22" x 28" Artist Proof, 34" x 40" Regular Edition, 34" x 40" Artist Proof

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We frequently receive requests asking, “What is my print worth?” Please note that Tom Kelley Studios does not offer appraisals or evaluations of previously printed works, including Red Velvet prints of Marilyn Monroe or other images. For insurance, resale, or historical value assessments, we recommend consulting a certified fine art appraiser.

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