Congressional X

December 1954 or January 1955

Robert Frank

Associated Names
Robert Frank

Artist, American, born Switzerland, 1924 - 2019

This image is a contact sheet showing small, rectangular photographs arranged in rows and columns. The photographs depict scenes with men in various settings, some seated and others standing, including what seems to be the interior and exterior of a train. The men are captured from the waist up, often at tables, showcasing a candid documentary style. The men are dressed in mid-20th-century style with suits and hats, short hair, and formal attire like ties or bowties. Some images have red marks or Xs on them. The background includes train interiors with corridors, booths, tables, and windows, and some photos show glimpses of outdoor elements. The overall tone is monochromatic.
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Artwork overview


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

The artist, New York; gift to NGA, 1994.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

center verso in red pencil: X

Wikidata ID

Q64165448

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