William F. Buckley, Jr. for "Mademoiselle" 3 1961

Robert Frank's "William F. Buckley, Jr. for "Mademoiselle" 3" (1961) is a black and white photograph that depicts a strip of film. It is part of a larger series of photos taken in 1955-1956 for his book *The Americans*. The subject of the photographs is a man, likely Buckley Jr., who is posed in a studio setting. Frank was a Swiss-American photographer who is known for his candid and often controversial portrayal of American society. This work exemplifies his signature style of photojournalism that emphasized authenticity and everyday life.