Frank Powolny Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Frank Powolny Art Value Price Guide

Sep. 06, 2022
Marilyn (1963), original photographic production still, US
Est: £400 - £600
Photographer: Frank Powolny (1901-1986) Unframed: 10 x 8 in. (25 x 20 cm) Framed: 15 1/4 x 13 3/4 in. (38.7 x 35 cm) The image of this piece is from the film Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, which features in this documentary. This documentary was directed by Harold Medford, and narrated by Rock Hudson. It is based on the films that Marilyn Monroe made with 20th Century Fox. Bid on Sotheby's
Sotheby's
Oct. 28, 2020
Frank Powolny (1902-1986)
Est: £250 - £400
Frank Powolny (1902-1986) MARILYN MONROE, 1951, silver gelatin prints (4), image size, 114 x 89mm, numbered in the negative and with 'Monroe Marilyn R' stamp verso
Chiswick Auctions
Mar. 30, 2020
Frank Powolny (1902-1986)
Est: £500 - £800
Frank Powolny (1902-1986) MARILYN MONROE, 1951, silver gelatin prints (4), image size, 4 1/2" x 3 1/2" or the reverse, numbered in the negative and with 'Monroe Marilyn R' stamp verso
Chiswick Auctions
Jan. 27, 2019
Marilyn Monroe Publicity Photo by Frank Powolny
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
In 1946, by age 20, Norma Jeane Baker, who began modeling after being discovered in an airplane factory during WWII, had already appeared on 33 magazine covers. This lead to an opportunity for a screen test at Twentieth-Century Fox that resulted in a one year contract, upon which she signed her new name for the first time, Marilyn Monroe. Her contract was not renewed, but she signed a new contract with Columbia that produced no roles or parts until she had an affair with Johnny Hyde, Executive Vice President of the William Morris Agency. A cameo appearance in Love Happy, a Marx Brothers comedy, was followed by bit parts in The Asphalt Jungle and All About Eve, but Hyde died in 1950, effectively ending her relationship with Columbia. She went to Famous Artists who got her a 7-year contract, once again, with Fox. By the end of 1951, her popularity has exploded and more than 2000 fan letters per week were pouring into the studios resulting in her being awarded the starring roles in two movies, Don't Bother To Knock and Monkey Business that were both released in 1952. It was during Monkey Business photographer Frank Powolny did a publicity shoot of Marilyn. This sepia-toned photograph is from that shoot and is one of the most iconic images of Marilyn Monroe ever produced. It is not known how many of this photo were sent to fans, but so many that most were not actually signed by her, but by her assistants or studio secretaries. This one was sent to Dorothy Hashimoto-Akari of San Jose, CA. and is signed, To Dorothy Warmest Regards Marilyn Monroe. The same image, in a very similar hand, was signed by Marilyn and sent to Joe Dimaggio. Did the most iconic Hollywood legend personally sign this one, or is it like most, signed with a Secretarial Signature? Probably the later. C. 1952. 10 x 8 inches
The Scanlan Collection
Nov. 04, 2018
Marilyn Monroe Publicity Photo by Frank Powolny
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
In 1946, by age 20, Norma Jeane Baker, who began modeling after being discovered in an airplane factory during WWII, had already appeared on 33 magazine covers. This lead to an opportunity for a screen test at Twentieth-Century Fox that resulted in a one year contract, upon which she signed her new name for the first time, Marilyn Monroe. Her contract was not renewed, but she signed a new contract with Columbia that produced no roles or parts until she had an affair with Johnny Hyde, Executive Vice President of the William Morris Agency. A cameo appearance in Love Happy, a Marx Brothers comedy, was followed by bit parts in The Asphalt Jungle and All About Eve, but Hyde died in 1950, effectively ending her relationship with Columbia. She went to Famous Artists who got her a 7-year contract, once again, with Fox. By the end of 1951, her popularity has exploded and more than 2000 fan letters per week were pouring into the studios resulting in her being awarded the starring roles in two movies, Don't Bother To Knock and Monkey Business that were both released in 1952. It was during Monkey Business photographer Frank Powolny did a publicity shoot of Marilyn. This sepia-toned photograph is from that shoot and is one of the most iconic images of Marilyn Monroe ever produced. It is not known how many of this photo were sent to fans, but so many that most were not actually signed by her, but by her assistants or studio secretaries. This one was sent to Dorothy Hashimoto-Akari of San Jose, CA. and is signed, To Dorothy Warmest Regards Marilyn Monroe. The same image, in a very similar hand, was signed by Marilyn and sent to Joe Dimaggio. Did the most iconic Hollywood legend personally sign this one, or is it like most, signed with a Secretarial Signature? Probably the later. C. 1952. 10 x 8 inches
The Scanlan Collection
Aug. 30, 2018
Marilyn Monroe by Bert Reisfeld and Frank Powolny
Est: $50 - $100
Marilyn Monroe photographed by Bert Reisfeld and Frank Powolny. Measures 10" x 8". Excellent condition. Unframed, loose and not glued or mounted. Provenance: Seattle, Washington estate. We ship most items from this auction in house at the fairest possible prices.
Grant Zahajko Auctions, LLC
Aug. 30, 2018
Marilyn Monroe Photographed by Frank Powolny
Est: $50 - $100
Marilyn Monroe photographed by Frank Powolny. Measures 14" x 11". Photo has some rippling or curling. Photographers name written in pencil on verso at base. Undated with exact age of creation unknown. Unframed, loose and not glued or mounted. Provenance: Seattle, Washington estate. We ship most items from this auction in house at the fairest possible prices.
Grant Zahajko Auctions, LLC
Jul. 29, 2018
Marilyn Monroe Publicity Photo by Frank Powolny (1902-1986)
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
In 1946, by age 20, Norma Jeane Baker, who began modeling after being discovered in an airplane factory during WWII, had already appeared on 33 magazine covers. This lead to an opportunity for a screen test at Twentieth-Century Fox that resulted in a one year contract, upon which she signed her new name for the first time, Marilyn Monroe. Her contract was not renewed, but she signed a new contract with Columbia that produced no roles or parts until she had an affair with Johnny Hyde, Executive Vice President of the William Morris Agency. A cameo appearance in Love Happy, a Marx Brothers comedy, was followed by bit parts in The Asphalt Jungle and All About Eve, but Hyde died in 1950, effectively ending her relationship with Columbia. She went to Famous Artists who got her a 7-year contract, once again, with Fox. By the end of 1951, her popularity has exploded and more than 2000 fan letters per week were pouring into the studios resulting in her being awarded the starring roles in two movies, Don't Bother To Knock and Monkey Business that were both released in 1952. It was during Monkey Business photographer Frank Powolny did a publicity shoot of Marilyn. This sepia-toned photograph is from that shoot and is one of the most iconic images of Marilyn Monroe ever produced. It is not known how many of this photo were sent to fans, but so many that most were not actually signed by her, but by her assistants or studio secretaries. This one was sent to Dorothy Hashimoto-Akari of San Jose, CA. and is signed, To Dorothy Warmest Regards Marilyn Monroe. The same image, in a very similar hand, was signed by Marilyn and sent to Joe Dimaggio. Did the most iconic Hollywood legend personally sign this one, or is it like most, signed with a Secretarial Signature? Probably the later. C. 1952. 10 x 8 inches
The Scanlan Collection
Jul. 26, 2016
Frank Powolny, Marilyn Monroe, 1953/ later print
Est: €550 - €715
Digital print USA, 1953, printed later Frank Powolny (1901-1986) - American Hollywood photographer of Austrian origin Image and paper dimensions: 51 x 38 cm Black wooden frame: 82 x 60.5 cm Very good condition Object is regular taxed. 19% VAT is added to the purchase price for deliveries within the EU. Frank Powolny became known for his portrait of Betty Grabler that sold over 50 million copies and became the most famous ‘Pin-up’ of the Second World War. He also shot the last pictures of Marilyn Monroe. Condition: The photograph is in very good condition, showing only the lightest signs of wear. The frame is minimally chipped. The mat shows a small blemish to the upper margin. The image and the paper size respectively is 82 x 60.5 cm. The frame measures 82 x 60.5 cm. Frank Powolny (1901-1986) Born in Vienna, Frank Powolny emigrated with his family to California in 1913. Around 1923, he moved to Hollywood along with his brother Lad to join the film industry. Between 1923 and 1966, he worked as chief portraitist and still-photographer for 20th Century Fox. At that time, he photographed thousands of stars and starlets that have been published internationally in newspapers, magazines and theater lobbies. (cko) Shipping costs excl. statutory VAT and plus 2,5% (+VAT) shipping insurance. Auctionata charges the resale rights tax pursuant to Section 26 of the German Copyright Act (UrhG) towards the buyer in case of the sale of an original work of art or photography prior to 70 years having lapsed since the death of their creator. Therefore, Auctionata charges when purchasing a good – if a protection as an original work of art or photography is given – starting from a hammer price of EUR 400 an additional amount, which is calculated according to Section 26 (2) German Copyright Act (UrhG) and which does not exceed the amount of EUR 12,500. You can find more information about resale rights tax in Auctionata´s table of fees and T&C.
Auctionata Paddle8 AG
May. 21, 2015
Frank Powolny, Marilyn Monroe, 1953/ later print
Est: €1,280 - €1,600
Digital print USA, 1953, printed later Frank Powolny (1901-1986) - American Hollywood photographer of Austrian origin Image and paper dimensions: 51 x 38 cm Black wooden frame: 82 x 60.5 cm Very good condition Object is regular taxed. 19% VAT is added to the purchase price for deliveries within the EU. Frank Powolny became known for his portrait of Betty Grabler that sold over 50 million copies and became the most famous ‘Pin-up’ of the Second World War. He also shot the last pictures of Marilyn Monroe. Condition: The photograph is in very good condition, showing only the lightest signs of wear. The frame is minimally chipped. The mat shows a small blemish to the upper margin. The image and the paper size respectively is 82 x 60.5 cm. The frame measures 82 x 60.5 cm. Frank Powolny (1901-1986) Born in Vienna, Frank Powolny emigrated with his family to California in 1913. Around 1923, he moved to Hollywood along with his brother Lad to join the film industry. Between 1923 and 1966, he worked as chief portraitist and still-photographer for 20th Century Fox. At that time, he photographed thousands of stars and starlets that have been published internationally in newspapers, magazines and theater lobbies. (cko) Shipping costs excl. statutory VAT and plus 2,5% (+VAT) shipping insurance. Auctionata charges the resale rights tax pursuant to Section 26 of the German Copyright Act (UrhG) towards the buyer in case of the sale of an original work of art or photography prior to 70 years having lapsed since the death of their creator. Therefore, Auctionata charges when purchasing a good – if a protection as an original work of art or photography is given – starting from a hammer price of EUR 400 an additional amount, which is calculated according to Section 26 (2) German Copyright Act (UrhG) and which does not exceed the amount of EUR 12,500. You can find more information about resale rights tax in Auctionata´s table of fees and T&C.
Auctionata Paddle8 AG
Jun. 16, 2010
Photographs: Powolny, Frank 1901 Vienna - 1986
Est: - €1,200
Photographs: Powolny, Frank 1901 Vienna - 1986 Valencia, California Marilyn Monroe. 1953. Vintage. Gelatin silver print. Mat. 23,7 x 19cm (25,4 x 20,7cm). Numerals in the negative below the image on the right. Verso marked with two agency stamps. Handling traces. Literature: Marilyn Monroe und die Kamera. München: Schirmer/Mosel, 2007. Cf. fig. title and p. 79. "Amongst the number of Marilyn photographs, it was the present photographic portrait taken by Frank Powoly that immortalised her. Andy Warhol chose this image as the model for his renowned screenprint series." (Translated from the German in the above-mentioned publication, p. 78).
Van Ham Kunstauktionen
Nov. 26, 2008
FRANK POWOLNY (1902-1986)
Est: £5,000 - £7,000
FRANK POWOLNY (1902-1986) Marilyn Monroe, 1953 gelatin silver print numbered 'F-999-5-364' in negative; credited in unknown hand in ink on verso 8¼ x 7¾in. (20.8 x 19.6cm.)
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