How to Marry a Millionaire (1953), transparency, US

Unframed: 5 x 4 in. (12.7 x 10 cm)
Framed: 11 5/8 x 10 3/8 x 1 3/4 in. (29.5 x 26.3 x 4.4 cm)

This transparency was designed to be of a very high quality, as it was sent to high-end magazines and newspapers that required a colour image, as opposed to the regular black and white production stills. A tiny quantity of these were produced compared to the black and white production stills.

The bespoke LED light box that has been made for this piece is suitable for UK and US electrical supplies, and has a separate lead for each country.

This American romantic comedy was directed by Jean Negulesco and written and produced by Nunnally Johnson. The film stars Betty Grable, Marilyn Monroe and Lauren Bacall as three New York models in search of wealthy husbands. They star alongside William Powell, David Wayne, Rory Calhoun and Cameron Mitchell. Although Betty Grable received top billing in the screen credits, Marilyn Monroe's name was listed first on all the film's advertising, including the film's trailer.

Condition Report:
Conservation framed in a bespoke LED light box with UV plexiglass

Material of piece: Acetate

Material of frame: Maple, card mount, UV plexiglass, electrics and LEDs

Excellent condition.