Description
This striking early image of Marilyn Monroe, known as “Red Velvet,” was photographed in 1949 by celebrated Hollywood photographer Tom Kelley. Kelley was renowned for capturing many of the 20th century’s most iconic figures, and his relaxed studio approach.
This print is from The Playboy Legacy Collection, authorized and signed by Hefner and produced in 2007.
As the image that launched the magazine’s legacy, “Red Velvet” holds a distinguished place in photographic and popular culture history and remains highly sought after by collectors worldwide.
