Timeless Marilyn
"Timeless Marilyn"
"Timeless Marilyn" is a handcrafted mosaic celebrating one of Hollywood's most iconic and recognisable figures. Created from hundreds of individually cut ceramic tesserae, the artwork captures Marilyn Monroe's unmistakable beauty while embracing the unique texture, depth and character that only mosaic art can provide.Every tile has been carefully shaped and positioned to create subtle variations in tone, allowing light and shadow to enhance the portrait's expression and bring the image to life. Rather than simply reproducing a photograph, the mosaic reinterprets Marilyn's timeless elegance through the craftsmanship of traditional mosaic techniques, resulting in a work that reveals new details the closer it is viewed.This piece reflects the glamour and sophistication that made Marilyn Monroe an international icon while celebrating the patience, precision and artistry behind every handcrafted mosaic. Timeless Marilyn is both a tribute to a legendary actress and a demonstration of how thousands of individual ceramic pieces can be transformed into a striking and enduring work of art.
Collection: The Marilyn Collection
Title: Timeless Marilyn
Artist: Steven Evans
Medium: Hand-cut ceramic mosaic
Materials: Ceramic tile, premium grout, mounted on 18mm marine plywood, finished with a wooden frame
Dimensions: 600mm x 600mm
Orientation: Portrait
Year Created: 2018
Time to Complete: Approximately 60 hours
Inspired by this artwork? Steven Evans creates bespoke mosaic portraits and commissions for private collectors, businesses and public spaces. Every commission is handcrafted using the same attention to detail showcased throughout the collection.