Guggenheim 773--Pennsylvania 1956

"Guggenheim 773--Pennsylvania" is a contact sheet photograph created by Robert Frank in 1956. The image, measuring 25.2 x 20.2 cm, showcases a series of 27 frames, each capturing candid moments from Frank's road trip across America. This contact sheet is a visual record of the photographer's working process, showcasing the selection and editing involved in his iconic "The Americans" photobook. The contact sheet serves as a reminder of the often overlooked stages of image creation, highlighting Frank's eye for detail and composition. The uncropped, raw nature of the contact sheet offers a glimpse into the photographer's creative decisions, ultimately leading to the final images that defined his vision of American life in the 1950s.