Arequipa, Peru 1948

"Arequipa, Peru" is a black and white photograph by Robert Frank, taken in 1948 during his travels through South America. The image showcases the architectural details of a building in Arequipa, Peru, with its textured stone walls and a single lamppost in the foreground. The photograph's stark composition and the play of light and shadow exemplify Frank's signature style of documentary photography, highlighting the beauty found in everyday scenes. His work often explored themes of social commentary, capturing the lives and environments of ordinary people.