Die Landschaft (Landscape) 13-24

1942-1946

Robert Frank

Associated Names
Robert Frank

Artist, American, born Switzerland, 1924 - 2019

The image shows twelve monochrome photographs arranged in a grid, capturing rural scenes. The perspectives vary, offering views of landscapes, fields, and trees. Some photos show the horizon. The scenes include open fields, wildflowers, trees, and grass patches. The black and white tones give a classic feel, emphasizing texture and depth. The compositions feature various elements close-up and in the distance. Overall, the photos depict serene natural landscapes using shades of black, white, and gray with light and shadow interplay.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    2 1/4 inch gelatin silver prints mounted on board

  • Credit Line

    Robert Frank Collection, Gift of Robert Frank

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 29.6 x 21 cm (11 5/8 x 8 1/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1990.28.31

  • Series Title

    Landscape, Switzerland

  • Copyright

    © Robert Frank Foundation

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

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

Associated Names

Inscriptions

upper right in black ink: LA; upper right beside each contact print in black ink the numbers 13-24

Wikidata ID

Q64164268

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