Parade

c. 1945

Robert Frank

Associated Names
Robert Frank

Artist, American, born Switzerland, 1924 - 2019

This is a photograph of a brass band playing in front of a building with many flags and a large sign. The image shows a group of musicians in uniforms playing brass instruments in formation. Numerous flags are displayed behind them, adding movement to the scene. The background features a large structure, possibly a historic building. A sign with the word "PROLETAR" is visible. The image has a monochromatic tone highlighting details such as instrument reflections and flag textures.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    gelatin silver print

  • Credit Line

    Robert Frank Collection, Gift of Robert Frank

  • Dimensions

    image: 5.9 x 5.6 cm (2 5/16 x 2 3/16 in.)
    sheet: 6.4 x 6.7 cm (2 1/2 x 2 5/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1994.37.239

  • Copyright

    © Robert Frank Foundation

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

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

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q64161249

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