Guggenheim 459/Americans 9--Hollywood by Robert Frank

Guggenheim 459/Americans 9--Hollywood 1956

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film photography

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culture event photography

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dark colour palette

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holiday photography

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celebration photography

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"Guggenheim 459/Americans 9--Hollywood" is a photo contact sheet from Robert Frank’s iconic photobook, *The Americans*. This particular sheet shows various frames from Frank’s exploration of the American landscape and culture in the 1950s. The sheet features a mix of candid shots of people in urban settings, street scenes, and glimpses of the vibrant and ever-changing American lifestyle. This contact sheet, like many in *The Americans*, provides a fascinating glimpse into Frank’s artistic process and his ability to capture the raw essence of a nation in transition. The sheet also highlights the era's distinct aesthetic, marked by social change and a growing sense of individualism. It is a testament to Frank’s ability to document his time in a way that remains both visually compelling and historically significant.

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