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1941

Robert Frank

Associated Names
Robert Frank

Artist, American, born Switzerland, 1924 - 2019

This is a photograph of a group gathered around a central figure outdoors. The scene takes place in what appears to be a rural setting with a mountainous backdrop and a rustic structure with a thatched roof. In the foreground, there is a gathering of individuals involved in a communal activity. The photograph captures the intensity of light and shadow with light streaming from one side, creating strong contrasts and highlighting the central figure's actions. There is a rudimentary ladder and fence present in the scene.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    gelatin silver print

  • Credit Line

    Robert Frank Collection, Gift of Robert Frank

  • Dimensions

    image: 5.6 x 5.6 cm (2 3/16 x 2 3/16 in.)
    sheet: 6.4 x 6.5 cm (2 1/2 x 2 9/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1994.37.375

  • Copyright

    © Robert Frank Foundation

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

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

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q64161300

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