Paris 39A 1950

"Paris 39A" is a contact sheet from Robert Frank's iconic photobook "The Americans," published in 1959. Taken in 1950, it displays a series of 35mm film frames depicting various scenes from Parisian life. The contact sheet format offers a glimpse into Frank's photographic process, revealing his unedited selections and framing choices. This particular sheet captures moments of everyday life, showcasing Frank's ability to capture both the beauty and the rawness of urban existence. The sheet highlights the influence of street photography on Frank's style, which he further developed in his seminal photobook.