A famous portrait of Marilyn Monroe by photographer Tom Kelley - the image that helped launch her career and became the most famous pin-up in Hollywood history - has recently been discovered, which is the only known example that she actually signed. The rare signed photograph will be up for auction on December 10, 2004, along with over 500 pieces of original Hollywood memorabilia, by Profiles in History. It is estimated to sell for $20,000 - $30,000.

Also up for auction on December 10th will be Travilla's original costume design of the famous white crepe halter-top dress he created for Marilyn Monroe for the classic subway wind scene in the 1955 Billy Wilder film "The Seven Year Itch."Accomplished in gouache on a 15 in. x 20 in. sheet of artist's illustration board, it is Travilla's original concept drawing of this famous dress. It is expected to sell for $80,000 to $100,000. As with previous Profiles in History auctions, bidders attend in person or bid by phone or fax, or by simultaneous live internet hookup through eBay Live Auctions.

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