Balloon man, Paris 1951

"Balloon Man, Paris" is a 1951 photograph by Robert Frank depicting a street vendor in Paris, France. The vendor is selling balloons and toys from a small stand on a dimly lit street. Frank's use of candid photography captures the vendor's focused effort as he arranges his wares, the contrast between the light and shadow creating a sense of intimacy and realism, typical of his signature style. The image reflects Frank's exploration of urban life and the social realities of everyday people.