Swiss flag on mountain peak, Arosa

1943-1944

Robert Frank

Associated Names
Robert Frank

Artist, American, born Switzerland, 1924 - 2019

The image shows a low angle view of a structure and flag against a sky. The horizon is low, emphasizing vastness, with a snowy landscape extending beyond. On the right is a tripod-like structure made of frosted wooden poles, and on the left is a small flag, all set against a snowy backdrop. The color scheme is monochromatic with shades of gray, black, and white. The sky is mostly clear with some specks present, possibly snow or imperfections. The image has a slightly grainy texture.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    gelatin silver print

  • Credit Line

    Robert Frank Collection, Gift of Robert Frank

  • Dimensions

    sheet (trimmed to image): 5.8 x 5.5 cm (2 5/16 x 2 3/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1994.37.497

  • Copyright

    © Robert Frank Foundation

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

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

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q64160977

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