Audrey Hepburn - "Breakfast at Tiffany's" - (60,5x90cm)

- Poster on lightweight smooth matte paper (approx. 150gsm, refers to paper thickness/density). - Size: 60.5 x 90 cm. - Ready to frame. The pic in which the item appears framed is a simulated recreation for illustrative purposes only, the frame and other decorative elements shown in it are not included in the lot you are bidding on. - Condition: excellent. Never framed, never exposed. - Audrey Hepburn became one of the defining style icons of twentieth-century cinema, and this celebrated black-and-white portrait associated with Breakfast at Tiffany’s captures the elegance, wit and sophistication that made her image instantly recognisable around the world. Portrayed as Holly Golightly, Hepburn appears with her characteristic high coiffure, statement jewellery and long cigarette holder, a combination that has become inseparable from the visual identity of the film and from the glamour of early-1960s New York. The composition is remarkably economical: the pale background isolates the figure, while the deep blacks of her dress, hair and jewellery create a striking graphic contrast with her face and arms. Rather than relying on elaborate scenery, the image concentrates entirely on Hepburn’s expression and gesture, transforming a publicity portrait into an enduring symbol of Hollywood elegance, modern femininity and sophisticated cinematic style. As a decorative poster, this image works exceptionally well in both classic and contemporary interiors. Its monochrome palette makes it particularly versatile, pairing naturally with black, white, cream, taupe, grey, deep green or burgundy walls, as well as with materials such as velvet, marble, brass, chrome and dark wood. A simple black frame gives it a clean modern appearance, while a silver, champagne or antique-gold frame can emphasise its vintage Hollywood character. It is especially effective in living rooms, bedrooms, dressing rooms, offices, boutiques or elegant hospitality interiors, where its combination of fashion and cinema adds personality without overwhelming the space. It can also make an attractive gift for admirers of Audrey Hepburn, classic cinema, fashion photography and timeless twentieth-century style. Hepburn’s image belongs to the same broader visual culture that connects cinema, fashion, photography, luxury and Pop imagery, making this poster appealing not only to film enthusiasts but also to those interested in Marilyn Monroe, Grace Kelly, James Dean and other enduring screen icons, as well as Warhol, Basquiat, Haring, Hockney, Banksy, Shepard Fairey and Kaws. Its glamorous associations also sit naturally alongside names such as Cartier, Rolex, Patek Philippe, Chanel, Dior, Hermès and Gucci, while contemporary collecting interests may extend to Lego, Star Wars and Pokémon. More than a film portrait, this image has become one of the most recognisable visual statements of sophisticated mid-century style, preserving Audrey Hepburn’s unique balance of refinement, personality and modernity.

Estimate:$168.19

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