Family--New York City no number

1953

Robert Frank

Associated Names
Robert Frank

Artist, American, born Switzerland, 1924 - 2019

The image is a contact sheet showing a series of black and white photographs featuring a person seen partially or fully in different frames. The individual appears to be in various poses, including sitting, standing, and possibly lying down, engaging with the camera's view. The facial features are often obscured by the activities or lighting, and the hair varies in presentation, suggesting movement or different states of activity. The clothing is casual, with details difficult to discern due to the monochrome and grainy quality of the negatives. The surroundings suggest an indoor location, with some objects such as furniture or small items sometimes visible, adding context to certain frames. No noticeable jewelry can be discerned, and there's no specific focus on objects being held. The background across the frames appears to be simple, with walls or curtains contributing to an intimate, enclosed setting.
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Artwork overview


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

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

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower left verso in blue ink: 18

Wikidata ID

Q64166050

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