Camera, CBS TV studio--Burbank, California

c. 1955/1956

Robert Frank

Associated Names
Robert Frank

Artist, American, born Switzerland, 1924 - 2019

This is a photograph of a large industrial camera on a wheeled tripod in an indoor setting with cables on the floor. The camera is detailed with three prominent lenses and metallic components. It is mounted on a stand with a large wheel at the base. In the background, there is a large open indoor space with individuals wearing light-colored clothing managing long cables. The photograph captures a moment of technical setup in an industrial or studio environment. The lighting is artificial, casting reflections on the floor. The image is in black and white, emphasizing mechanical textures and activity in the space.
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Provenance

The artist, New York; gift to NGA, 1990.

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Wikidata ID

Q64164249

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