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Thu, Oct 22, 2026 12:00PM EDT
Lot 243
1955 Marilyn Monroe The Seven Year Itch Dell Publishing Archival Studio Publicity Photograph
Estimate: $400 - $500
Starting Bid
$20
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Vintage black and white studio publicity photograph featuring legendary Hollywood actress Marilyn Monroe in a memorable scene from the 1955 20th Century Fox romantic comedy The Seven Year Itch. Monroe is captured leaning out of an apartment window, smiling and waving while holding a pair of men's shoes. Her signature platinum blonde curls, expressive smile, and playful gesture reflect the charm and comedic appeal that made her one of Hollywood's most celebrated screen icons.
The photograph presents a striking architectural composition, with Monroe framed by an open window, partially raised blinds, and surrounding shutters. The upward viewing angle emphasizes the actress against the dark interior, creating a visually engaging image that captures the film's distinctive New York apartment setting and lighthearted atmosphere.
Directed by Billy Wilder and adapted from George Axelrod's Broadway play, The Seven Year Itch was released in 1955 and starred Monroe opposite Tom Ewell. The film remains one of the most recognizable romantic comedies of Hollywood's Golden Age, particularly celebrated for Monroe's portrayal of the charming Girl Upstairs.
The original printed lower margin identifies the image as a scene from the 20th Century Fox production The Seven Year Itch, accompanied by CinemaScope and Color by DeLuxe production credits. Studio reference number 910-16 appears within the image, together with an additional production identification marking.
The reverse bears a red Dell Publishing Co., Inc. Library archival stamp, documenting its association with a period publishing photo archive. These original studio and archival markings add historical interest and collectible appeal to this vintage Hollywood publicity photograph.
An attractive addition to collections of Marilyn Monroe memorabilia, original motion picture stills, Dell Publishing archival photographs, vintage Hollywood photography, and classic American cinema collectibles.
Dimensions: 10 x 7.5 inches
Marilyn Monroe, The Seven Year Itch 1955, Billy Wilder, Tom Ewell, Dell Publishing photo library, 20th Century Fox publicity photograph, Marilyn Monroe window scene, vintage Hollywood movie still, CinemaScope film memorabilia, classic Hollywood photography
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