Guggenheim 495A--"Helen of Troy" premiere, Los Angeles 1956

"Guggenheim 495A--"Helen of Troy" premiere, Los Angeles" (1956) by Robert Frank is a contact sheet of black and white photographs depicting the premiere of the film "Helen of Troy". Frank was a Swiss-American photographer known for his work documenting American life in the 1950s. The contact sheet captures the energy and excitement of a cinematic event, offering a glimpse into the world of Hollywood and the people attending the premiere. Frank's photography is often characterized by its candid, unposed style and its focus on everyday moments, and this contact sheet is a perfect example of his approach. The contact sheet is a valuable artifact for understanding the history of photography and the work of Robert Frank, a renowned figure in the world of photojournalism and documentary photography.