Bert Stern – Marilyn colour nude on the bed, 2009 – Inkjet print

Bert Stern – Marilyn colour nude on the bed, 2009 – Inkjet print

Bert Stern – Marilyn colour nude on the bed, 2009 – Inkjet print

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Photography on baryta paper - Paper size: 33 x 48 cm - Photo size: 20 x 30.5 cm

Marilyn colour nude on the bed by Bert Stern is a delicate and evocative inkjet print on baryta paper, showcasing Marilyn Monroe in an intimate and relaxed pose. Captured during the iconic Last Sitting series, the photograph presents Monroe lying on a bed, partially draped in soft white linens. Her relaxed posture, with one arm extending off the bed and hair tousled, conveys a sense of vulnerability mixed with effortless sensuality. The warm lighting enhances the softness of her form, creating a dreamlike atmosphere that highlights both her beauty and humanity. Stern’s composition is intimate and personal, capturing Monroe in a rare, unguarded moment.

Artwork Copyright © Bert Stern

Bert Stern (USA, 1929–2013) was a renowned commercial photographer, celebrated for his iconic images of Marilyn Monroe, notably 'The Last Sitting.' His innovative advertising work, such as the Smirnoff Vodka campaign featuring an inverted pyramid reflection, revolutionized the industry. Stern's portraits of celebrities and fashion photography remain influential in visual culture.

Artwork Copyright © Bert Stern

Bert Stern

Marilyn colour nude on the bed, 2009

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PhotographyPhotography is the process of creating an image on light sensitive materials. The image is produced by using a camera, which has a lens that focuses on light either reflected or emitted from an object. These visible wavelengths are used to reproduce the image seen.

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Inkjet printAn inkjet printer creates prints by spraying millions of tiny ink droplets onto paper. This type of printing is generally inexpensive because the ink is relatively affordable. Artists can use computers to create digital art, which can then be printed in color using inkjet technology.

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Photography on baryta paper - Paper size: 33 x 48 cm - Photo size: 20 x 30.5 cm

Marilyn colour nude on the bed by Bert Stern is a delicate and evocative inkjet print on baryta paper, showcasing Marilyn Monroe in an intimate and relaxed pose. Captured during the iconic Last Sitting series, the photograph presents Monroe lying on a bed, partially draped in soft white linens. Her relaxed posture, with one arm extending off the bed and hair tousled, conveys a sense of vulnerability mixed with effortless sensuality. The warm lighting enhances the softness of her form, creating a dreamlike atmosphere that highlights both her beauty and humanity. Stern’s composition is intimate and personal, capturing Monroe in a rare, unguarded moment.

Artwork Copyright © Bert Stern

Bert Stern (USA, 1929–2013) was a renowned commercial photographer, celebrated for his iconic images of Marilyn Monroe, notably 'The Last Sitting.' His innovative advertising work, such as the Smirnoff Vodka campaign featuring an inverted pyramid reflection, revolutionized the industry. Stern's portraits of celebrities and fashion photography remain influential in visual culture.

Artwork Copyright © Bert Stern

Bert Stern – Kate Moss Lying down, 2012 – Lithograph

Bert Stern

Kate Moss Lying down, 2012

Photography

Lithograph

EUR 3,600

Bert Stern – The Last Sitting. Marilyn in a Fur Hat, 1971/ 2001 – Photograph

Bert Stern

The Last Sitting. Marilyn in a Fur Hat, 1971/ 2001

Limited Edition Print

Photograph

USD 1,750

Bert Stern – Marilyn and champagne, 1962/2011 – Inkjet print

Bert Stern

Marilyn and champagne, 1962/2011

Photography

Inkjet print

EUR 2,900

Bert Stern – Marilyn Pink Roses Large, 2011 – Photograph

Bert Stern

Marilyn Pink Roses Large, 2011

Photography

Photograph

EUR 28,000

Bert Stern – Marilyn Black silver wink roses, 2012 – Photograph

Bert Stern

Marilyn Black silver wink roses, 2012

Photography

Photograph

EUR 4,900

Bert Stern – Marilyn Red Classic Charcoal Roses, 2012 – Photograph

Bert Stern

Marilyn Red Classic Charcoal Roses, 2012

Photography

Photograph

EUR 4,900

Bert Stern – Brigitte Bardot Saint Tropez, 2011 – Inkjet print

Bert Stern

Brigitte Bardot Saint Tropez, 2011

Photography

Inkjet print

EUR 3,900

Bert Stern – Ruby Gloves, 1962/2011 – Inkjet print

Bert Stern

Ruby Gloves, 1962/2011

Photography

Inkjet print

EUR 4,900

Bert Stern – Marilyn Monroe pink wink roses, 1962/2011 – Inkjet print

Bert Stern

Marilyn Monroe pink wink roses, 1962/2011

Photography

Inkjet print

EUR 2,490

Bert Stern – Marilyn Monroe blue wink roses, 1962/2012 – Inkjet print

Bert Stern

Marilyn Monroe blue wink roses, 1962/2012

Photography

Inkjet print

EUR 2,490

Bert Stern – Marilyn Monroe yellow roses, 1962/2012 – Inkjet print

Bert Stern

Marilyn Monroe yellow roses, 1962/2012

Photography

Inkjet print

EUR 2,490

Bert Stern – Marilyn Monroe purple wink roses, 1962/2012 – Inkjet print

Bert Stern

Marilyn Monroe purple wink roses, 1962/2012

Photography

Inkjet print

EUR 2,490

Bert Stern – Lolita (Stanley Kubrick), 2010 – Inkjet print

Bert Stern

Lolita (Stanley Kubrick), 2010

Photography

Inkjet print

EUR 2,490

Bert Stern – Marilyn with Bert's Nikon, 2011 – Inkjet print

Bert Stern

Marilyn with Bert's Nikon, 2011

Photography

Inkjet print

EUR 2,490

Bert Stern – Marilyn Arabian, 2011 – Inkjet print

Bert Stern

Marilyn Arabian, 2011

Photography

Inkjet print

EUR 2,490

Bert Stern – Marilyn stretching the jewelry, 2010 – Inkjet print

Bert Stern

Marilyn stretching the jewelry, 2010

Photography

Inkjet print

EUR 2,490

Bert Stern – Marilyn jewels down the back, 2011 – Inkjet print

Bert Stern

Marilyn jewels down the back, 2011

Photography

Inkjet print

EUR 2,490

Bert Stern – Marilyn et l'écharpe chenille, 2011 – Inkjet print

Bert Stern

Marilyn et l'écharpe chenille, 2011

Photography

Inkjet print

EUR 2,490

Bert Stern – Marilyn looking up in the wedding veil, 2012 – Inkjet print

Bert Stern

Marilyn looking up in the wedding veil, 2012

Photography

Inkjet print

EUR 2,490

Bert Stern – Marilyn in the wedding veil, 2012 – Inkjet print

Bert Stern

Marilyn in the wedding veil, 2012

Photography

Inkjet print

EUR 2,490

Bert Stern – Marilyn in Vogue (1962), 2011 – Inkjet print

Bert Stern

Marilyn in Vogue (1962), 2011

Photography

Inkjet print

EUR 2,900

Bert Stern – Marilyn new baby on the bed, 2009 – Inkjet print

Bert Stern

Marilyn new baby on the bed, 2009

Photography

Inkjet print

EUR 2,900

Bert Stern – Marilyn colour nude on the bed, 2009 – Inkjet print

Bert Stern

Marilyn colour nude on the bed, 2009

Photography

Inkjet print

EUR 2,490

Bert Stern – Marilyn in black white scarf, 2012 – Inkjet print

Bert Stern

Marilyn in black white scarf, 2012

Photography

Inkjet print

EUR 2,490

Bert Stern – Marilyn crucifix II (1962), 2012 – Inkjet print

Bert Stern

Marilyn crucifix II (1962), 2012

Photography

Inkjet print

EUR 7,900

Bert Stern – Marilyn Rare Black Dress Large, 2012 – Photograph

Bert Stern

Marilyn Rare Black Dress Large, 2012

Photography

Photograph

EUR 28,000

Bert Stern – Marilyn. Jeweled Toga, 2012 – Photograph

Bert Stern

Marilyn. Jeweled Toga, 2012

Photography

Photograph

EUR 4,900

Bert Stern – Marilyn Monroe 1962. New baby in silver, 2012 – Photograph

Bert Stern

Marilyn Monroe 1962. New baby in silver, 2012

Photography

Photograph

EUR 4,900

Bert Stern – Marlon Brando Life Magazine, 2012 – Photograph

Bert Stern

Marlon Brando Life Magazine, 2012

Photography

Photograph

EUR 3,900

Bert Stern – Liz & Dick, 2009 – Photograph

Bert Stern

Liz & Dick, 2009

Photography

Photograph

EUR 3,900

Bert Stern

Audrey Hepburn Profile, 2010

Photography

Photograph

EUR 3,900

Bert Stern – Marilyn Monroe. Baby Nude, 2011 – Photograph

Bert Stern

Marilyn Monroe. Baby Nude, 2011

Photography

Photograph

EUR 4,900

Bert Stern – Marilyn Monroe (1962) Orgasm, 2013 – Photograph

Bert Stern

Marilyn Monroe (1962) Orgasm, 2013

Photography

Photograph

EUR 4,900

Bert Stern – Kate Moss Nude, 2012 – Photograph

Bert Stern

Kate Moss Nude, 2012

Photography

Photograph

EUR 3,900

Bert Stern – Audrey Hepburn Laying Down, 2007 – Photograph

Bert Stern

Audrey Hepburn Laying Down, 2007

Photography

Photograph

EUR 3,900

Bert Stern – Natalie Wood, 2012 – Photograph

Bert Stern

Natalie Wood, 2012

Photography

Photograph

EUR 3,900

Bert Stern – Marilyn for Vogue (1962), 2011 – Photograph

Bert Stern

Marilyn for Vogue (1962), 2011

Photography

Photograph

EUR 1,590

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Photography

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I think all my pictures are ideas, and they're ideas made into images.

- Bert Stern

Bert Stern (b. 1929 USA, d. 2013 USA) was an iconic American photographer, best known for his groundbreaking work in advertising photography and for capturing some of the most memorable images of celebrities in the 20th century. Stern's most famous work is "The Last Sitting," a series of intimate and iconic photographs of Marilyn Monroe taken in 1962, just weeks before her death. These images, characterized by their sensuality and vulnerability, have become some of the most celebrated portraits of Monroe, showcasing her in a range of emotions and poses. Stern's career began in the world of advertising, where he revolutionized the industry with his innovative and cinematic approach to commercial photography. His work for major brands like Smirnoff and Vogue magazine set new standards for visual storytelling in advertising. Stern's ability to capture the essence of his subjects, combined with his technical skill and creative vision, made him one of the most influential photographers of his time, leaving a lasting impact on both fashion and portrait photography. (Artist website)

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Bert Stern – Marilyn colour nude on the bed, 2009 – Inkjet print

Bert Stern

Marilyn colour nude on the bed, 2009

33 x 48 cm

Est. 2005 — twenty years of collecting, online.