Women before gate, Paris 1951

"Women before gate, Paris" (1951) is a black and white photograph by American photographer Robert Frank (1924-2019). The image captures a group of women standing in front of a tall wrought iron gate and a hedge in Paris, France. The women are dressed in coats and hats, their faces partially obscured, adding to the mystery and intrigue of the scene. The photograph is an example of Frank's signature street photography style, which often focused on everyday life and the human condition. This image is part of Frank's iconic book "The Americans" which was published in 1959 and changed the way Americans saw themselves. The book, which was originally rejected by several publishers, ultimately became one of the most important works of photography of the 20th century.