Paris 47A 1949 - 1950

"Paris 47A" is a contact sheet from Robert Frank's iconic photobook, "The Americans" (1959). The contact sheet, dated 1949-1950, reveals the raw, unedited images Frank captured on his cross-country journey across the United States. The intimate glimpse into the photographic process showcases the photographer’s meticulous eye and use of candid, observational photography, a hallmark of his artistic style. Frank's work challenged traditional notions of photojournalism, presenting a more nuanced and often critical view of American society. This contact sheet is a valuable artifact for understanding the development of his groundbreaking photographic project.