Guggenheim 636--San Francisco c. 1956

"Guggenheim 636--San Francisco" is a contact sheet from Robert Frank’s iconic photographic series "The Americans" (1955-1959). This sheet, from around 1956, contains several frames capturing candid moments in San Francisco, showcasing Frank’s signature style of street photography. The sheet is a visual document of the photographer’s process, providing insight into Frank’s selection of images and his exploration of American life in the 1950s. The contact sheet format, common for photographers of the time, allows viewers to understand the artist's editing process and offers a glimpse into the world through the lens of one of the 20th century's most influential photographers.