Eye in shutter--40 Fotos c. 1946

"Eye in Shutter--40 Fotos" is a photo by Robert Frank, created around 1946. The image is a photomontage featuring a close-up of an eye set within the intricate details of a camera shutter. Frank's work often explored themes of alienation and modern life, and this image suggests the voyeuristic nature of photography, questioning the role of the viewer and the photographer in shaping reality. The stark contrast of black and white further emphasizes the theme of the eye as a window into a complex and often unsettling world.