Brentwood, July 7, 1962
This elegant black-and-white poster captures Marilyn Monroe at home in her Brentwood residence, seated simply on a chair amidst the quiet intimacy of a space she was just beginning to furnish. Shot during her final month, the image is a rare glimpse into Marilyn's off-screen world—graceful, contemplative, and effortlessly iconic. On her feet: a pair of beige Ferragamo suede stilettos, size 6.5—one of over 30 identical pairs that became a signature of her style. These very shoes accompanied her through a decade of unforgettable moments: performing for U.S. troops in Korea, dazzling on screen, and serenading President John F. Kennedy with her legendary "Happy Birthday" in 1962.  This image has since become a fashion icon in its own right, featured in campaigns by Salvatore Ferragamo and admired by collectors and style devotees alike.