Barcelona 1952

"Barcelona" is a 1952 black and white photograph by Robert Frank, depicting a street scene in Barcelona, Spain. The photograph features a collection of sacks of grain, with three framed images of medical illustrations propped up behind them. This image captures the stark reality of everyday life in Barcelona during the postwar period. Frank's work is characterized by its directness and unflinching portrayal of social realities, making it a powerful and influential example of street photography.