Warhol Gold Marilyn

Andy Warhol’s Gold Marilyn Monroe (1962) is one of the most evocative and iconic images of twentieth-century art – a dazzling fusion of glamour, reverence, and melancholy. At its heart lies a small, vividly coloured silkscreen portrait of Marilyn Monroe, radiant in her blonde hair, turquoise eyeshadow and crimson lips, surrounded by a luminous field of metallic gold. Warhol’s use of gold leaf recalls religious icons and sacred art, elevating Monroe to the status of a modern saint while simultaneously exposing the isolation and fragility beneath her celebrity façade.

This premium-quality print captures every nuance of Warhol’s original vision: the contrast between the delicate silkscreen image and the vast expanse of shimmering gold, the play between beauty and emptiness, fame and mortality. It’s a statement piece that invites reflection as much as admiration.

Gold Marilyn Monroe lends itself beautifully to a range of interiors. In a contemporary apartment, it becomes a radiant focal point, its golden glow adding warmth and sophistication to minimalist surroundings. In a chic urban café, it offers a touch of nostalgic glamour and conversation-starting allure. It also complements refined home offices or creative studios, where its bold presence can inspire and energise.

As with all prints available from Canvas Prints Perth, this artwork is offered as a stretched canvas print, framed print, or rolled canvas. Choose from a wide selection of sizes, from intimate small formats to dramatic, extra-large centrepieces, to perfectly suit your space and aesthetic.