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U.S. 285, New Mexico by Robert Frank, 1956, Gelatin silver print, sold Oct 2021

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U.S. 285, New Mexico

Robert Frank (American, 1924–2019) · 1956

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Medium: Photograph · Photography all photograph results →
As published: “Gelatin silver print”
Signed / inscribed: Signed
Category: Photographs
Dimensions: 13 3/8 x 10 1/8 in. (34 x 25.7 cm)
Auction house: Phillips
Sale: Photographs (NY040221)
Date: October 7, 2021
Location: New York, United States
Lot: 139
Estimate: $80,000 – $120,000 (≈ £58,828 – £88,242) (≈ €69,192 – €103,788)
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Retrieved Sep 26, 2026

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