Dock, Zurich

1941-1945

Robert Frank

Associated Names
Robert Frank

Artist, American, born Switzerland, 1924 - 2019

The image shows a calm body of water with several small wooden boats near us. The water has a reflective surface that captures the outlines of the boats and their masts. The horizon features a stretch of land with a scattering of buildings or houses. Above the horizon, the sky is filled with large, billowing clouds. The photo is in black and white. The boats contrast against the water and sky, creating a balanced scene. There is a clear distinction between the water and the sky, separated by the horizon.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    gelatin silver print

  • Credit Line

    Robert Frank Collection, Gift of Robert Frank

  • Dimensions

    image: 15.2 x 18 cm (6 x 7 1/16 in.)
    sheet: 24 x 18.2 cm (9 7/16 x 7 3/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1994.37.253

  • Copyright

    © Robert Frank Foundation

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

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

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q64163977

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