Guggenheim 516--Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer studio, Universal City, California

1956

Robert Frank

Associated Names
Robert Frank

Artist, American, born Switzerland, 1924 - 2019

This is a photograph of black and white film contact sheets. The sheets contain multiple frames capturing scenes from a formal indoor setting and a possible film production environment.

The frames show images of a gathering in a well-lit room with men dressed in suits engaged in conversation, possibly during an event or meeting. Decorative curtains and a large window suggest a formal venue.

In subsequent rows, there are images of a film production, with men in suits and evening attire working among lighting rigs and cameras. Some frames show a stage or formal setting within what could be a film set with painting or architectural elements.

Some frames in the lower rows depict close-ups or behind-the-scenes images, focusing on individuals conversing or interacting, possibly discussing details related to the production or event. The contact sheet provides a glimpse into a cinematic or event-focused atmosphere, highlighting professional interactions and logistics.
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Provenance

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

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Wikidata ID

Q64161718

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