Street scene at night--Los Angeles

1956

Robert Frank

Associated Names
Robert Frank

Artist, American, born Switzerland, 1924 - 2019

This is a photograph of a group of well-dressed individuals crossing a street in a busy urban environment. The image captures a moment of movement as individuals walk towards the camera, with a backdrop of a crowd and vintage cars on a bustling city street. The scene appears lively and possibly set during an event, given the formal attire and presence of a crowd in the background. The photograph exudes a sense of 1950s or 1960s urban life, with classic automobiles and fashion highlighting the period. The lighting suggests either evening or nighttime, as the street is illuminated by artificial lights, contributing to the dynamic atmosphere of the scene.
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Provenance

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

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Wikidata ID

Q64164743

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