London 17 1952 - 1953

"London 17" is a contact sheet from Robert Frank's iconic photobook "The Americans." The contact sheet, created in 1952-53, displays a series of uncropped images taken in London, offering a glimpse into Frank's artistic process and capturing the everyday life of the city. These candid snapshots, often taken from a low angle, showcase Frank's signature style of street photography, known for its gritty realism and social commentary. The contact sheet reveals how Frank selected and composed his final images for the book.