This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 4/30/2017
Before all the glamor, Monroe was an unknown actress known simply as Norma Jeane. Monroe (born Norma Jeane Mortenson) took the married name of her husband James E. Dougherty in 1942. In 1944, Norma Jeane took a job at the Radioplane Company, where she was soon “discovered.” Photographer Joe Jasgur first met her at the beginning of 1946, responding to a phone call from Emmeline Snively, director of the Hollywood Blue Book Model Agency, asking if Joe could do her a favor and take some pictures of a 19 year old newcomer to see if the camera liked her. He took some pictures in the alley behind his studio near the corner of Beverly Blvd. and Poinsettia Place and yes, the camera liked her! During her early years, such big breaks include this ultra-rare LAFF magazine offering featuring a young bright-eyed Norma Jeane smiling for the camera. Signed & inscribed in ballpoint ink to the lucky recipient of this original 10" x 13.5" magazine cover. One of the first color images we have ever seen signed by Monroe, coupled with the pre-blond early Norma Jeane autograph making this offering one of the finest in all of the hobby! Overall in good condition with multiple surface impression & minor tears with the item professionally matted. Authenticated by Beckett authentication services (BAS) with a full letter of authenticity.