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Monroe is often described in the photos as projecting an aura of damage and desperation, but Pflieger disagrees. "We project our own thoughts onto them when we look at them," she said. "To me, they're soft, beautiful, clutter-free images just filled with light ... they give you a real sense of her personality and playfulness." Other Monroe photos are being auctioned the same day, including more from the personal collection of the portfolio owner, who the auction house said wishes to remain anonymous. Also going on the auction block are nearly 100 photographs from the corporate collection of cosmetics giant Avon's headquarters in New York City. The photographs are all by female artists from the 1910s to the 1990s
- from the little known to the prominent Cindy Sherman and Louise Dahl-Wolfe
- and focus on themes of beauty through the eyes of women. Part of the proceeds from Avon's auction will benefit the Avon Foundation, which advances efforts related to breast cancer research and combating domestic violence. ___ Online: Freeman's: http://www.freemansauction.com/
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