Cotton harvesters near truck--Arkansas 1955

"Cotton Harvesters near Truck--Arkansas" is a black and white photograph taken by Robert Frank in 1955. The image depicts two cotton harvesters in a field, one standing and one sitting, with a truck bed filled with cotton in the background. Frank, a Swiss-American photographer, is known for his documentary work that explored social and political issues in the United States. His iconic photo series "The Americans," which includes this image, captured the lives of ordinary Americans in the 1950s. The photograph's stark composition and candid portrayal of rural labor reflect Frank's commitment to social realism and his ability to capture the essence of everyday life. This photo is a poignant reminder of the hardships faced by agricultural workers in the United States during this era.