At the same time Mel, his morning duties done, has changed his uniform and rests in one of the garage chairs. 1951

This black and white photograph, "At the same time Mel, his morning duties done, has changed his uniform and rests in one of the garage chairs.", was taken by Robert Frank in 1951. It is a powerful example of Frank’s signature style, a blend of candid, documentary-style photography and an artistic eye. It depicts a tired, exhausted man in uniform resting on a chair. The man’s worn clothing and relaxed posture speak volumes about the day’s work, highlighting the realities of working-class life in America. The sign behind the man, "You're safe... and you know it," adds a layer of irony to the image, creating a stark contrast between the sense of security it claims to offer and the weary, almost defeated, figure in the foreground.