Snow-covered tree--Landscape

1941-1945

Robert Frank

Associated Names
Robert Frank

Artist, American, born Switzerland, 1924 - 2019

The image is a monochrome photograph of a snowy scene with a barren tree in a courtyard. The viewpoint is at eye level, showing the tree as the central focus. In the background, there is a building with steps and a doorway partially hidden by branches. The horizon isn't visible, but the top of the building creates a line beyond the tree. The photo has soft texture with muted contrasts due to the snow, giving a grainy quality to the tree and building. The color palette is gray, creating a cold and tranquil winter atmosphere. The snow-covered branches stand out against the sky, adding to the serene ambiance.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    gelatin silver print

  • Credit Line

    Robert Frank Collection, Gift of Robert Frank

  • Dimensions

    image: 5.8 x 5.7 cm (2 5/16 x 2 1/4 in.)
    sheet: 6.3 x 6.1 cm (2 1/2 x 2 3/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1994.37.110

  • Copyright

    © Robert Frank Foundation

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

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

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q64161269

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