Streetcar--Transportation

1941-1945

Robert Frank

Associated Names
Robert Frank

Artist, American, born Switzerland, 1924 - 2019

The image depicts a city street scene from ground level, showing a view of pedestrians and buildings. The horizon is low in the composition, with buildings and a church spire in the distance. Architectural details are visible, with a clock on the church being a focal point. Pedestrians in motion and stationary are captured in the scene. Buildings line the street, some displaying signs and balconies, creating a sense of urban density. The image is in black and white, highlighting light and shadow contrasts. Overlapping streetcar wires above add geometric interest and draw attention towards the church.
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Provenance

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

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q64161043

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