Zurich 1945

"Zurich" (1945) is a photograph by Robert Frank, capturing a moment of youthful musicians playing in a band outside a grand building adorned with flags. The image, characterized by its stark black-and-white composition, exemplifies Frank's signature style of street photography. The intimate framing and candid snapshot aesthetic draw the viewer into the scene, creating a sense of immediacy and capturing the essence of everyday life in post-war Zurich. This photo, part of Frank's iconic series "The Americans", explores themes of identity, community, and societal change.