Armistice parade, Geneva

May 8, 1945

Robert Frank

Associated Names
Robert Frank

Artist, American, born Switzerland, 1924 - 2019

This is a photograph of a parade or procession on a street lined with flags. The image captures a scene filled with movement and energy, where flags of various nations are prominently displayed on both the buildings and carried by participants in the procession. The foreground is dominated by a bicycle, which has a decorative element resembling a white cross on a red background, and another flag with a union jack pattern draped over the front. The architecture of the buildings is classic, with ornate detailing, and they are adorned with an array of flags. The atmosphere is lively, and the composition draws the viewer's attention along the bustling street.
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Provenance

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

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q64161118

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