Wales 28

March 1953

Robert Frank

Associated Names
Robert Frank

Artist, American, born Switzerland, 1924 - 2019

This is a photograph of a series of black and white film negatives placed together on a contact sheet. The series captures various outdoor scenes in an unspecified gathering. 

The contact sheet shows rows of small rectangular images, likely frames from an analog film roll. Individuals in similar clothing are seen in the frames, some wearing hats and coats. They appear to be in groups, with buildings and open terrain in the background. The images suggest a cold climate, with individuals dressed warmly.

There are markings and annotations on some images, such as circles or letters, implying selection or editing. Behind the individuals are natural features like hills and a barren landscape, adding context. The overall tone is monochromatic, giving it a historical feel.
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Artwork overview


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

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

Associated Names

Exhibition History

2003

  • "Robert Frank: London/Wales", The Corcoran Gallery of Art, Washington, 2003.

Inscriptions

lower right in red grease pencil: 28

Wikidata ID

Q64163252

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