Mary's birthday--Parties 2

1956-1958

Robert Frank

Associated Names
Robert Frank

Artist, American, born Switzerland, 1924 - 2019

This is a photograph of a contact sheet containing multiple smaller images captured on film. The full-description consists of a series of images arranged in a grid format typical of a contact sheet. The scenes feature subjects gathered around what appears to be a table with candles, providing a warm glow. The images are in black and white, emphasizing contrasts and shadows in the scenes. Elements like a flickering light source, possibly candles, can be seen casting dynamic shadows and reflections. The photographs capture moments in a dimly lit environment, possibly suggestive of a dinner or gathering. The variations in exposure and angles suggest experimental or candid photography, emphasizing mood and atmosphere. The contact sheet includes technical details of the film type such as "DUPONT SAFETY" and "HYPERSENSITIVE" written along the edges.
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Artwork history & notes

Provenance

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

Associated Names

Inscriptions

upper right in blue ink: 2; center right verso in blue ink: 2; lower left verso in blue ink: 8

Wikidata ID

Q64165831

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