Climbers--Sports

1941-1945

Robert Frank

Associated Names
Robert Frank

Artist, American, born Switzerland, 1924 - 2019

The image shows a group of climbers ascending a snowy mountain slope. The background features snow-covered peaks under a clear sky with clouds. The color palette is monochromatic, with variations of black, white, and grey. The climbers are equipped with poles, ropes, and winter clothing. In the distance, the terrain descends towards rugged slopes and peaks.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    gelatin silver print

  • Credit Line

    Robert Frank Collection, Gift of Robert Frank

  • Dimensions

    image: 11.2 x 12.3 cm (4 7/16 x 4 13/16 in.)
    sheet: 12.2 x 18 cm (4 13/16 x 7 1/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1994.37.345

  • Copyright

    © Robert Frank Foundation

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

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

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q64164019

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