Artist Statement
“Marilyn Monroe has fascinated me since I was a child. I was probably ten years old when I asked my dad, "Why is Marilyn Monroe so famous?" He answered something like "well, she was a symbol of American beauty and hope. She burned bright but tragically died young." I was intrigued and watched Marilyn's movies whenever they showed on cable. Seeing her on screen, I was mesmerized by her allure, her humor, and her vulnerability. I might not have been able to articulate it as a young person, but Marilyn had range and nuance that was magnetic, and I leaned in. Later in high school, I became interes
About This Print
Marilyn Sunset is a 2026 screen print by Shepard Fairey, published by Obey Giant in a signed, numbered first edition of 500. It measures 24 inches high by 18 inches wide, printed on 80# cream Speckletone paper, and ships with a Verisart digital Certificate of Authenticity. Listed at $100, the original illustration is based on a 1956 photograph of Marilyn Monroe by Milton H. Greene. Fairey describes a deliberately delicate approach, distinct from Warhol's iconic Marilyns, aimed at conveying Monroe's intimacy, vulnerability, and complex humanity. Released with companion print Marilyn Sunrise, a portion of proceeds benefits The Marilyn Monroe Mental Health for the Arts Program.
Market Context
Estimated market value: 207.5. Observed range 166.0–249.0. Latest recorded sale: 2026-05-25. Very limited recorded sales (1-2). Hypothetical estimate at ~15% flat annual growth (80-120% band) is INDICATIVE ONLY.