This image became the cover of Madonna's "True Blue" album. It was taken in Hollywood in 1986 and shows Herb Ritts at his best. Above all, his vision created an image with a sense of freedom and freshness. The composition and proximity to the subject builds the image’s texture. For example, the image interplays Madonna’s smooth, radiant skin with the waves of stylized blonde hair, the ruggedness of the leather jacket, and the faint thin necklace draping from her shoulders. In the image, Madonna’s leatherwear and short hair, along with her sculptural fashion pose, juxtapose strength and vulnerability, akin to Marilyn Monroe’s enigmatic allure.

This is a genuine vintage photogravure, printed in 1988. Matted to 16" x 20" in a glorious vintage blue frame.