Guggenheim 633--San Francisco c. 1956

"Guggenheim 633--San Francisco" (c. 1956) is a contact sheet of photographs by American photographer Robert Frank. This contact sheet captures a series of candid moments on the streets of San Francisco, offering a glimpse into everyday life in the 1950s. The black and white images, arranged in a grid, showcase Frank's distinctive style, characterized by gritty realism and social commentary. The sheet includes images of people interacting in public spaces, capturing the dynamism and energy of the city. These unposed shots, often framed from unconventional angles, are hallmarks of Frank's iconic work. The sheet, measuring 25.3 x 20.5 cm, is a testament to the process of photographic documentation and serves as a raw visual record of a specific moment in time and place.