Platinum Print: Marilyn Monroe during the filming of The Misfits. Nevada, 1960
Platinum Print: Marilyn Monroe during the filming of The Misfits. Nevada, 1960
“I’m thirty-four years old. I’ve been dancing for six months. I’ve had no rest, I’m exhausted. Where do I go from here?”
— Marilyn Monroe (spoken to Eve Arnold)
This platinum print captures this rare vulnerability—an intimate moment from the same shoot, preserved with the depth and permanence the image deserves.
Platinum-Palladium print
20 x 24 in | 50 x 60 cm
Edition of 15 + 2 APs
Includes a Certificate of Authenticity
Estate-stamped and hand-numbered on verso
Pricing increases as the edition progresses
Secure worldwide shipping. Local taxes may apply at destination. Learn more →
Limited to just 15 prints, this rarified edition presents one of Eve Arnold’s most iconic photographs in platinum — offering offering exquisite tonal richness and unparalleled archival permanence.
Renowned for its subtle luminosity and unmatched depth, the platinum process was the hallmark of fine art photography in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Unlike silver-based prints, where the image rests in an emulsion layer, platinum embeds the image directly into the paper’s fibres. The result is a print with velvety tonal gradation, remarkable textural nuance, and a surface free from gloss or reflection.
Platinum is a noble metal—chemically stable, corrosion-resistant, and permanent. These qualities make platinum prints the most enduring in photographic history, capable of lasting centuries without deterioration. Hand-crafted with exceptional care, each platinum print draws you into the scene itself, capturing the atmosphere, emotion, and detail exactly as Eve Arnold saw it.
Acquire a Masterwork – Sustain the Legacy of Eve Arnold
Each Platinum print is an extraordinary object—crafted in one of photography’s most enduring forms and limited to just 15 prints worldwide. More than a collector’s item, your acquisition directly supports the Estate’s mission to share Eve Arnold’s work through public exhibitions and educational initiatives, ensuring her legacy reaches new generations.
Produced with the highest standards of archival permanence and tonal fidelity, these prints honour the integrity of Eve’s vision while helping to fund the future of her archive.
By acquiring a Platinum Edition, you help bring her images to new audiences—preserving not only the work itself, but the human stories at its heart.
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Shipping Overview
We ship worldwide from our printer in Italy via DHL Express. Every print is securely packed using museum-grade materials to ensure safe and professional delivery.
Delivery Times
UK and EU: 7-10 business days
USA & International: 7–14 business days
Delivery times are estimates and may vary depending on customs clearance and courier schedules.
Taxes & Duties
Most countries do not charge import duties on original photographic prints. However, local taxes (such as VAT or sales tax) may be payable upon delivery and are the responsibility of the buyer.
We recommend checking your local import regulations if you have any concerns.
Returns & Exchanges
As each print is produced to order and part of a limited edition, all sales are final. We cannot accept returns or exchanges except in the rare case of damage during transit.
If your print arrives damaged, please contact us within 48 hours of delivery with photographs of the packaging and the print. We will work swiftly to resolve the issue.
Authenticity Guarantee
Each print is estate-authenticated, stamped by the Eve Arnold Estate, and accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity.
Packaging
Prints are professionally packed using museum-grade materials. Unframed prints are shipped flat or in robust protective tubes depending on size and courier best practice.
Customer Support
If you have any questions about your order, shipping, or taxes, please contact us at michael@evearnold.com. We are happy to assist.