Deer head in mirror--Santa Cruz, California 1956

Robert Frank's 1956 photograph "Deer head in mirror--Santa Cruz, California" exemplifies the photographer's signature style of candid documentary photography. The image depicts a cluttered interior with multiple mounted deer heads, reflecting in a mirror. The stark black and white composition and slightly out-of-focus aesthetic create a sense of unease and tension, reflecting Frank's critical observations on American society. The work is considered a pivotal example of the New Documentary movement, which embraced realism and social commentary in photography.