Hollywood sign--Hollywood 52 1958

Robert Frank’s “Hollywood sign--Hollywood 52” (1958) is a contact sheet of black and white photographs. It shows the iconic Hollywood sign from various angles and distances, capturing the sign's presence in the landscape and the city’s sprawling architecture. The contact sheet’s format is a common practice for photographers to review and select images from a roll of film, offering a glimpse into Frank's creative process. This particular work is a powerful example of his minimalist aesthetic and its exploration of American culture.