
Marilyn Monroe's Valise "Gentleman Prefer Blondes"
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Description
Faux Alligator Valise carried by Marilyn Monroe in the 1953 blockbuster musical film "Gentleman Prefer Blondes." The case is seen most notably when Monroe and Jane Russell arrive at their Paris Hotel, and are subsequently asked to leave, leaving them stranded with no money at an outdoor Paris cafe'.
Travelaire suitcase with brass latches, one inscribed with TCF 18360, for Twentieth Century Fox and the prop #.
History
Sotheby's NY Collector's Carrousel Auction December 1997, Lot 496
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Marilyn Monroe's Valise "Gentleman Prefer Blondes"
Estimate $1,500 - $3,000
Oct 08, 2011
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0062: Marilyn Monroe's Valise "Gentleman Prefer Blondes"
Sold for $900
•9 BidsEst. $1,500 - $3,000•Starting Price $500
Fall Fine Art, Collectibles, Antiques, CoinsOct 08, 2011 10:00 AM EDTBuyer's Premium 13%
Lot 0062 Details
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Faux Alligator Valise carried by Marilyn Monroe in the 1953 blockbuster musical film "Gentleman Prefer Blondes." The case is seen most notably when Monroe and Jane Russell arrive at their Paris Hotel, and are subsequently asked to leave, leaving them stranded with no money at an outdoor Paris cafe'.
Travelaire suitcase with brass latches, one inscribed with TCF 18360, for Twentieth Century Fox and the prop #.
History
Sotheby's NY Collector's Carrousel Auction December 1997, Lot 496
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