Leap Year Luxuries LVII
Lot 670:
PETER MAX – MARILYN MONROE – (AS BALLERINA AWAITING HER CUE) Measurement: ~28” x 35.5” (unframed) The artwork was removed from the original frame which had a gallery stamp & Peter Max Studio stamp and two areas of damage. (Winning bidder can choose to have the artwork newly framed before shipping, for an additional $350, or receive the artwork unframed.) If framing is chosen, shipping will be delayed for 3-4 weeks. or shipping within the continental USA (paid by consignor). Marilyn Monroe is an iconic woman for the ages, and this original standout acrylic on canvas, painted in the manner of Peter Max, is a tribute to her femininity, sexuality, and free-spirited self-portrayal. She has been described as unforgettable, and exceptionally bright and determined with an entertainingly sly sense of humor. She was and remains an enigmatic figure, a captivating personality who inspires the imagination and artistic hand. Peter Max, a German American artist, is renowned for his vibrant swirls and bursts of color that delight the eye and captivate the imagination. His artistic visions take full advantage of the seemingly endless spectrum of colors and his artworks bring such displays to life for us. This piece does not come with any additional paperwork to substantiate its provenance or authenticity. But this work in the manner of Peter Max will leave you wishing you could step into the frame and sit next to her in this titled Max painting, As Ballerina Awaiting Her Cue. Becoming one of the most famous sex symbols of all time, Marilyn was and continues to be the ultimate enigma. Spanning what often feels like the entire spectrum on the color wheel, Max’s artwork is still associated with the visual arts and culture of the 1960’s to present day. The artwork of Peter Max is investment-grade contemporary fine art. This is one of those rare pieces that jumps off the walls and is the focus of any room it is placed in. Peter Max painted As Ballerina Awaiting Her Cue as depicted in a 1954 photograph by Milton Greene.
Condition: Good
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