500 East Rialto Avenue, Venice, California 1978

"500 East Rialto Avenue, Venice, California" is a black and white photograph by Robert Frank, taken in 1978. The image features a tall palm tree, its trunk dominating the center of the composition. The building in the foreground is a motel, its "Fantastic" sign an ironic commentary on the unremarkable suburban landscape. The cropped sections and repetitive elements highlight Frank's signature style, capturing the mundane beauty and social commentary of everyday life in America. The print is a quintessential example of Frank's influential body of work known for its evocative and often gritty portrayal of urban landscapes.