Abercrombie & Fitch 3

1955

Robert Frank

Associated Names
Robert Frank

Artist, American, born Switzerland, 1924 - 2019

This is a photograph of a contact sheet showcasing different scenes inside a retail store or showroom that sells various merchandise, including firearms, clothing, and other goods. The contact sheet is filled with small rectangular frames depicting different areas and setups within the store. Some frames feature displays of rifles and shotguns arranged vertically against walls, while others focus on shoes and clothing racks.

The contact sheet conveys a sophisticated and organized retail environment. Each frame captures distinct sections of the store, like counters lined with products, mannequins adorned with attire, and sections showcasing other merchandise like hats or accessories. One specific frame has been outlined in red, emphasizing its significance. The presence of windowed areas in several frames suggests that the store may be located in an urban setting with natural light filtering in. This sheet serves as a documentation tool to review scenes captured during a photoshoot before selecting specific shots for further use.
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Artwork overview


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

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

Associated Names

Inscriptions

by later hand, center verso in graphite: credit: / Robert Frank / 3 (circled); center verso, stamped in red ink: ROBERT FRANK / VENTURE PHOTOGRAPHS

Wikidata ID

Q64165662

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