Guggenheim 339--New Orleans, Louisiana 1955

"Guggenheim 339--New Orleans, Louisiana" (1955) is a contact sheet by renowned photographer Robert Frank, showcasing a series of candid shots taken in New Orleans. The contact sheet format, displaying multiple frames, is a common tool for photographers to review and select images, offering a glimpse into Frank's creative process. The images depict everyday scenes in New Orleans, capturing the city's energy and character. The sheet includes shots of streets, buildings, and crowds, showcasing Frank's signature style of capturing the essence of American life through documentary photography. This work is an example of the American social realist style, and is a significant contribution to Frank's iconic book, "The Americans", which is often hailed as one of the most important photographic works of the 20th century.