Guggenheim 45--Grosse Point, Michigan 1955

"Guggenheim 45--Grosse Point, Michigan" (1955) is a photo-collage of contact sheets by Robert Frank. The work is comprised of nine strips of 35mm film, capturing everyday moments in Grosse Point, Michigan. The black and white images document Frank's documentary style, a hallmark of his seminal work "The Americans." This piece gives the viewer a glimpse into Frank's raw and honest portrayal of American life. The contact sheets are arranged in a grid format, highlighting the visual organization and rhythm of the film strip.