Switzerland 9

1961

Robert Frank

Associated Names
Robert Frank

Artist, American, born Switzerland, 1924 - 2019

This is a contact sheet displaying a series of black-and-white images. The sheet features several horizontal strips with small photographs showing mountainous landscapes and indoor settings. The images consist of snowy peaks, rocky terrain, and expansive views, potentially suggesting outdoor activities or travels. Most photographs show outdoor scenes with an alpine environment and strong contrasts between snow and sky. In the bottom right corner, one image is highlighted in red, depicting an indoor setting. Light exposure, angle, and shadows play a significant role in each photograph, adding drama to the natural and indoor environments captured.
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Artwork history & notes

Provenance

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

Associated Names

Inscriptions

upper right verso in blue ink: 20; lower center verso in orange pencil: 9

Wikidata ID

Q64165679

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