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Shutter--40 Fotos

1946

Robert Frank

Associated Names

Robert Frank

Artist, American, born Switzerland, 1924 - 2019

The image shows concentric circular shapes and curved lines forming an abstract design reminiscent of mechanical structures like a camera lens or clock face. The detailed markings and radial lines within the circles imply functionality, with additional curved lines resembling dials or indicators. The overall design evokes a sense of precision and complexity associated with intricate machinery or instruments.

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Artwork overview

Medium

gelatin silver print
Credit Line

Robert Frank Collection, Gift of Robert Frank
Dimensions

sheet: 24 x 18.3 cm (9 7/16 x 7 3/16 in.)
Accession Number

1994.37.81
Copyright

© Robert Frank Foundation

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

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

Associated Names

Frank, Robert

Wikidata ID

Q64166058

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