Subway no number 1955

"Subway no number" is a 1955 photographic work by Robert Frank, a key figure in the evolution of photojournalism. The piece presents a series of contact prints on a single sheet, documenting various scenes from within a New York City subway train. This work, part of his iconic book "The Americans", captures the everyday life and social interactions of a diverse population, offering a candid and honest glimpse into American society during the mid-20th century. The grainy, black-and-white aesthetic further emphasizes the gritty realism of the imagery, highlighting the social and economic realities of the time.