Le Canal du Nord--Paris 8B 1951 - 1952

"Le Canal du Nord--Paris 8B" is a contact sheet, a photographic print made by exposing a sheet of photographic paper to a strip of unexposed negative film, showcasing the photographer's process. The artwork, dated 1951-1952, is one of Robert Frank's iconic works which captures the raw and gritty aspects of American life, and the candid street photography style he brought to the forefront of modern photography. This specific sheet, part of his larger project "The Americans," reveals a series of shots taken in Paris, France, highlighting Frank's distinct artistic vision.