Guggenheim 559B--Stock car races, Palm Springs, California 26 - 1956

"Guggenheim 559B--Stock car races, Palm Springs, California" is a contact sheet of photographs taken by Robert Frank in 1956. The sheet captures a series of candid moments at a stock car race, providing an intimate glimpse into the excitement and energy of this popular American pastime. Frank, a renowned photographer known for his documentary style, uses this contact sheet to experiment with composition and perspective. The images depict the cars, drivers, and spectators at different stages of the race, highlighting the chaotic and exhilarating atmosphere of the event. This contact sheet is a valuable historical document of a significant event in American culture and a testament to Frank's mastery of photography.