Iconic portraits celebrate Marilyn Monroe’s life, art and enduring cultural influence
Explore the extraordinary life and legacy of Marilyn Monroe through portraits by legendary photographers and contemporary artists. From early pin-ups as Norma Jeane to her final, haunting images in Malibu, the exhibition captures her evolving public persona and creative agency.
Works by Andy Warhol, Pauline Boty, Marlene Dumas and over twenty photographers including Cecil Beaton and Richard Avedon reveal Monroe’s collaborative approach to image-making. Personal belongings, scripts and clothing offer intimate insight into the woman behind the image, while her enduring presence in popular culture and art continues to captivate audiences worldwide.

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