Marilyn Monroe, Glass Balanced on Left Knee 1962

Milton H. Greene was born in 1922 in Sheepshead Bay, New York.
He passed away in 1985.

Known for:
Greene initially gained recognition for his fashion photography.
He is now most famous for his photographs of celebrities.
He is also known as being Marilyn Monroe's photographer, artistic advisor, and business partner from 1953 - 1957.

Most Popular Images:
"Marilyn Monroe (palm)"; "Marilyn Monroe (back lot)"

Did you know ... ?
• He had work featured in Look, Life, Harper's Bazaar, Town & Country, and
Vogue magazines.
• His nickname was "Milti".
• Under the name "Marilyn Monroe Productions, Inc." Greene produced Monroe's famous movies, The Bus Stop and The Prince and the Showgirl.

Quote:
"One of the things that makes him such an artist is his sensitivity, his sense of introspection. It was the first time I didn't have to pose. He gave me time to think, but his camera was constantly working away." - Marilyn Monroe

General Format:
Greene printed Silver Gelatin photographs in sizes ranging from 5" x 7" to 16" x 20".

How many photographs exist?
Greene printed in small unnumbered editions.

Price Range:
$1,500. - $10,000.

How are the photographs printed and signed?
Greene signed his photographs au verso on the mount.

Vintage:
Some of Greene's photographs are vintage.

Portfolios:
None.

Books - In Print (order yours now!):
Milton's Marilyn - hardback

Availability:
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