Object Details
- Monroe, Marilyn
- Description
- A seductive accessory fit for a sex symbol, these kidskin evening gloves were worn by actress Marilyn Monroe. Norma Jeane Baker, discovered working in a factory, became Marilyn Monroe when she signed her first movie contract in 1946. While her screen roles emphasized beauty over brains—most famously in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953)—Monroe at times transcended the "dumb blonde" stereotype with gifted comedic and dramatic performances. As a superstar overshadowed by a tragic personal life, she remains one of Hollywood's most alluring icons.
- Location
- Currently not on view
- 1950s
- ID Number
- 2002.0125.01
- catalog number
- 2002.0125.01
- accession number
- 2002.0125
- Object Name
- gloves, pair of
- Physical Description
- leather (overall material)
- Measurements
- overall: 42 cm x 13 cm x .5 cm; 16 9/16 in x 5 1/8 in x 3/16 in
- Related Publication
- Kendrick, Kathleen M. and Peter C. Liebhold. Smithsonian Treasures of American History
- National Museum of American History. Treasures of American History online exhibition
- Related Web Publication
- http://americanhistory.si.edu/treasures
- See more items in
- Culture and the Arts: Entertainment
- Popular Entertainment
- Clothing & Accessories
- National Treasures exhibit
- National Museum of American History
- Record ID
- nmah_1189307
- GUID (Link to Original Record)
- http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/ng49ca746aa-4c3d-704b-e053-15f76fa0b4fa
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