Café front in snow, Paris

1951

Robert Frank

Associated Names
Robert Frank

Artist, American, born Switzerland, 1924 - 2019

This is a photograph of a snow-covered street with a storefront. The image depicts a storefront beneath a large, weather-beaten awning dusted with snow. The awning runs the length of the building and has visible signs of wear, with streaks and patches giving it a rugged texture. The words "Terrasse Chauffée" are seen prominently displayed on the glass. Flanking the entrance are two small potted conifer trees. Above the awning, the upper levels of the building showcase classic architectural features with shuttered windows, which are partially obscured by bare tree branches. The ground is wet, possibly from melting snow, as there is visible slush accumulating at the edges.
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Provenance

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

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Wikidata ID

Q64164493

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