Valley--Landscape

1941-1945

Robert Frank

Associated Names
Robert Frank

Artist, American, born Switzerland, 1924 - 2019

The image shows a valley landscape from an aerial or high vantage point. The horizon line is high in the frame, emphasizing the vast expanse below. In the lower portion, there is rugged terrain with gentle hills, small buildings, and a winding path. The image appears to be a photograph with fine details, high contrast, and a black and white color palette. The top section is bright and empty, contrasting with the detailed landscape below.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    gelatin silver print

  • Credit Line

    Robert Frank Collection, Gift of Robert Frank

  • Dimensions

    image: 13.1 x 18.1 cm (5 3/16 x 7 1/8 in.)
    sheet: 24 x 18.2 cm (9 7/16 x 7 3/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1994.37.93

  • Copyright

    © Robert Frank Foundation

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

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

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q64163993

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