Family--New York City no number

1954

Robert Frank

Associated Names
Robert Frank

Artist, American, born Switzerland, 1924 - 2019

This image is a contact sheet with multiple black-and-white photographs. The upper rows show a newborn baby wrapped in a blanket lying on its back, with a woman holding the baby. The baby has short hair and closed eyes, displaying different expressions. Additional rows show the baby interacting with a young child, likely a sibling. The environment seems to be indoors with soft lighting, possibly in a bedroom or living room. The lower portion features outdoor images of adults on a city street. One man is pictured in mid-profile and full-length shots, and a woman is seen standing on the street. The setting includes urban elements such as buildings, vehicles, and a crowd. The images capture everyday life and family moments in various locations.
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Artwork overview


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

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

Associated Names

Inscriptions

upper left verso in blue ink: 19

Wikidata ID

Q64166011

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