Nixon campaign 18 1960

"Nixon Campaign 18" is a black and white photograph by Robert Frank, taken in 1960, depicting a sequence of film frames from a political campaign. The piece shows a series of frames of Nixon, a political candidate, surrounded by a crowd of supporters. The composition highlights the repetitive and staged nature of political campaigning, offering a glimpse into the performative aspects of public image during the 1960s. This work exemplifies Frank's signature style, known for its candid, documentary approach and focus on social commentary. This photograph is a powerful example of social documentary photography, capturing a moment of political history through a unique and critical lens.