Guggenheim 435--Los Angeles

1955-1956

Robert Frank

Associated Names
Robert Frank

Artist, American, born Switzerland, 1924 - 2019

This is a photograph of a contact sheet of black and white film negatives. It features a grid layout with small individual images showing various scenes and objects such as urban settings, interiors, and objects. Some frames are overexposed with minimal detail, while others are clearer showing palm trees, architectural elements, and possibly unidentifiable signs or blurred elements. Certain frames have red marks or numbers, possibly related to the development process. The borders of each frame display film specifications and brand information typical of traditional 35mm film processing. The images suggest a mix of intentional framing and casual snapshots taken at different times and locations.
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Provenance

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

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q64161671

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