Young man at picnic table--Los Angeles c. 1955 - 1956

"Young man at picnic table--Los Angeles" is a black and white photograph taken by Robert Frank in 1955-1956. The image captures a young man sitting alone at a picnic table, seemingly lost in thought. The composition is simple, with the figure taking center stage, framed by a large tree trunk and a trash can. This photograph is a quintessential example of Frank's signature style of candid street photography, which often explores themes of alienation and solitude. The work reflects the social and cultural landscape of mid-20th-century America, particularly the city of Los Angeles.