Convention hall—Chicago

1956

Robert Frank

Associated Names
Robert Frank

Artist, American, born Switzerland, 1924 - 2019

This is a photograph of a crowded gathering or meeting. The image shows a dense assembly of seated individuals in a formal setting. In the foreground, several individuals are engaged in conversation or interaction. Some are gesturing and others are looking attentively. The setting includes rows of seats occupied by individuals wearing suits. Some have badges or nametags. The background is filled with more people, suggesting a large audience or gathering. The black and white tone of the photograph adds a timeless quality to the scene.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    gelatin silver print

  • Credit Line

    Robert Frank Collection, Gift of Robert Frank

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 20.3 x 25.3 cm (8 x 9 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1990.28.334

  • Series Title

    The Americans

  • Copyright

    © Robert Frank Foundation

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

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

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q64164519

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