Wales, Ben James and His Wife 1953

"Wales, Ben James and His Wife" is a black and white photograph by Robert Frank, taken in 1953, during his travels across America. The photograph captures a candid moment in a modest Welsh home, showcasing the everyday lives of a working-class family. A woman reads a newspaper at a table while a man washes in a basin. The composition is deliberately off-kilter, reflecting Frank's signature style of capturing the gritty realities of American society. The photograph is a powerful portrayal of the simplicity and intimacy of daily life in a marginalized community, providing a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people often overlooked by mainstream media.