Wales 38 1953

This contact sheet, "Wales 38," is a photographic document created by Robert Frank in 1953. It is composed of a series of black and white images, capturing different moments of a coal mine workers' day. The contact sheet showcases Frank's signature candid style, offering an unfiltered glimpse into the lives of working-class individuals. The images are arranged in a grid format, reminiscent of filmstrips, underscoring the immediacy of the photographer's experience. "Wales 38" is a valuable artifact in understanding the social documentary work of Robert Frank, a pivotal figure in American photography.