After Marilyn Monroe’s passing in 1962, Andy Warhol captured her essence in a collection of vivid and legendary silk-screen prints. These prints, collectively called the Marilyn Diptych, showcase a recurring depiction of Monroe sourced from a promotional photograph of her movie “Niagara” from 1953. Warhol’s employment of striking hues, repeating patterns, and tonal modifications illuminated the dual nature of Monroe’s public image—glamorous and grandiose yet transient and fragile. This creation not only solidified Monroe’s legacy as a cultural symbol but also emerged as a pivotal artwork in Warhol’s artistic journey.