Delegate, convention hall--Chicago

1956

Robert Frank

Associated Names
Robert Frank

Artist, American, born Switzerland, 1924 - 2019

The image shows a seated, older man from the waist up. He is facing slightly to his left with one arm resting on the back of the seat. He has a round face adorned with glasses and minimal hair on his head. He is wearing a double-breasted suit with a dress shirt and a tie that has a small design on it. There are multiple badges on his lapel, one of which reads "MAIN FLOOR." A dark-colored handkerchief is tucked into his breast pocket. Surrounding the man are rows of other seated and standing individuals. In the background are large stars and signs that seem to signify different sections or states. The setting suggests a convention or organized gathering in a large hall.
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Artwork history & notes

Provenance

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

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q64165155

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