Mother and child in alley--People

1941-1945

Robert Frank

Associated Names
Robert Frank

Artist, American, born Switzerland, 1924 - 2019

This is a photograph of an outdoor urban scene with narrow alleys and old buildings surrounding a wooden cart full of hay. The photograph captures a moment within a confined alleyway, where light highlights certain elements, such as the hay, while casting others in shadow. The scene is rich in texture, from the surfaces of the old buildings to the details of the hay. The architectural features of the buildings include windows with shutters, balconies, and staircases, contributing to a sense of depth in the composition. The contrast between light and shadow emphasizes the aged character of the structures.
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Provenance

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

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Wikidata ID

Q64161053

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