11th Street and Broadway 1951

"11th Street and Broadway" (1951) is a black and white photograph by American photographer Robert Frank. The image captures a solitary figure, partially obscured by a stack of newspapers, on a busy New York City street. The figure's face is hidden, emphasizing anonymity and alienation in urban life. Frank’s work is known for its candid style and gritty realism, capturing the complexities of American society in the mid-20th century. The image is part of Frank's iconic photobook, "The Americans," which is considered a seminal work of social documentary photography.