Subway 1

1955

Robert Frank

Associated Names
Robert Frank

Artist, American, born Switzerland, 1924 - 2019

This is a photograph of film negatives mounted on a dark background. The image consists of two strips of black and white film negatives laid diagonally across the piece. Each strip contains several frames depicting scenes from a train station or similar setting, capturing various candid moments and architectural elements. The frames mostly contain images of platforms and train cars, with some suggesting movement or bustle. Handwritten text in red in the top right corner reads "Grand Central 1". The setup has an archival feel, suggesting a focus on documenting urban life and transit scenes.
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Artwork history & notes

Provenance

The artist, New York; gift to NGA, 1994.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

upper right in orange pencil: Grand Centr. 1 (circled)

Wikidata ID

Q64165342

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