Family--New York City 20

1951

Robert Frank

Associated Names
Robert Frank

Artist, American, born Switzerland, 1924 - 2019

The image shows a contact sheet with multiple small, rectangular photographic negatives. Each frame captures various individuals in different positions and activities. Some frames show close-up or half-body views, while others include more of the body or surroundings. In several negatives, a person appears to be sitting or holding a child. Their facial features are not clearly visible due to the small size and the negative format, but there is a mix of light and shadow defining their expressions. The hair varies among individuals, from short to possibly wavy. The clothing seems casual, with layered outfits discernible in the negatives. One child seems to be in various states of dress, while adults are wearing tops or shirts. In some frames, a child's playpen or indoor play area is visible. Bookshelves and framed pictures can be seen in the background, suggesting an indoor, possibly domestic setting. Specific jewelry or objects are not distinctly identifiable, but the playpen indicates activity involving children. The background in most scenes shows interior settings, with walls dotted with pictures or shelves, contributing to a homey atmosphere.
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Provenance

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

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q64165584

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