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Man with baguettes in street, Paris

1951

Robert Frank

Associated Names

Robert Frank

Artist, American, born Switzerland, 1924 - 2019

A photograph of a night street scene. The image shows a bustling street with urban elements. In the background, there is an illuminated sign with the words "NUS LES PLUS" and other text. Blurred figures are visible, indicating movement. Vintage cars are parked along the curb. The atmosphere suggests a busy urban night with glowing lights. The composition and use of light and shadow capture the dynamic street environment effectively.

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Artwork overview

Medium

gelatin silver print
Credit Line

Robert Frank Collection, Gift of Robert Frank
Dimensions

sheet: 17.8 x 23.8 cm (7 x 9 3/8 in.)
Accession Number

1990.28.231
Copyright

© Robert Frank Foundation

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

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

Associated Names

Frank, Robert

Wikidata ID

Q64164434

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