Paris 82B 1951 - 1952

Robert Frank’s “Paris 82B” is a contact sheet from his iconic photobook “The Americans,” published in 1958. This piece, from 1951-1952, showcases a series of frames from a roll of film, offering a glimpse into Frank’s artistic process and his raw, unedited vision of Paris. The contact sheet is a testament to Frank’s documentary style, capturing candid moments of everyday life in the city. This image is a valuable document for understanding Frank’s photographic approach and his contribution to the development of photojournalism.