Elderly woman pumping gas--Los Angeles c. 1955 - 1956

Robert Frank's "Elderly woman pumping gas--Los Angeles" (c. 1955-56) is a candid black-and-white photograph capturing a moment of everyday life in Los Angeles. The image features an elderly woman filling her car with gasoline at a gas station. Frank's photo captures the mundane routine of American life in the 1950s, a period of significant social and economic change. This photograph is part of Frank's iconic book, "The Americans," which documented his observations of American society during his travels across the country. The photo is known for its gritty realism and intimate portrayal of everyday life.