Street scene, Paris

1951

Robert Frank

Associated Names
Robert Frank

Artist, American, born Switzerland, 1924 - 2019

The image shows a street scene with a point of view from the street level. It captures a stretch of the sidewalk and the road. The horizon is obscured by mistiness in the distance. A metro entrance sign is visible farther down the sidewalk. Closest to us, there is a wicker basket filled with flowers placed near the curb, with puddles of water reflecting parts of the surrounding scene. It indicates a recent rainfall or melting snow. A couple walks arm in arm towards the camera. Beyond them, the street extends into a blurred distance where more pedestrians can be vaguely seen. Along the right side, there are shop fronts with awnings. The color palette of the photograph is monochromatic, showcasing a variety of grey tones that capture the overcast atmosphere and the urban setting in a classic, timeless manner.
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Artwork history & notes

Provenance

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

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q64164369

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