Albert Benjamin "Happy" Chandler--Convention 30 1956

This contact sheet, created in 1956 by the renowned American photographer Robert Frank, captures a series of candid moments at a political convention. The image offers a glimpse into the world of American politics, including a procession with campaign signs, a musical interlude, and a crowd of supporters. This work is representative of Frank's signature "street photography" style, known for its documentary realism and gritty aesthetic. The individual frames of the contact sheet showcase the raw energy and chaos of a political gathering, revealing a sense of both excitement and unease.