Mary in black coat--New York City no number

1954

Robert Frank

Associated Names
Robert Frank

Artist, American, born Switzerland, 1924 - 2019

The image is a contact sheet featuring black and white photographs. The top row shows a young girl outdoors, sitting or lying on the grass. She has curly hair and wears a light-colored dress with short sleeves. The second row shows a person indoors by a window, emphasizing light and shadow contrast. Other rows include various images of people in different positions and settings, from individuals to groups engaged in activities. Clothing ranges from casual to formal wear with noticeable fabric textures and patterns. Some individuals are holding objects like cigarettes. Backgrounds shift from outdoor parks to indoor and urban scenes with city buildings, rooftops, and balconies. The overall tone captures a mix of outdoor relaxation and intimate indoor moments.
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Provenance

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

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Wikidata ID

Q64165872

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