Woman standing over cardplayers--Filming 1941 - 1942

"Woman standing over cardplayers--Filming" is a photo from Robert Frank's iconic book, "The Americans". Taken between 1941 and 1942, it captures the candid and intimate moments of everyday life in America. The photo features a woman standing over a group of men playing cards, her pose and expression suggesting a moment of intrusion or observation. Frank's use of black and white film and the framing of the photo create a sense of realism and immediacy, capturing the raw energy of the scene. "The Americans" became a seminal work in photojournalism and continues to inspire photographers today with its honest portrayal of American life.