Guggenheim 629--San Francisco c. 1956

This contact sheet, "Guggenheim 629--San Francisco" (c. 1956) by Robert Frank, shows a series of black and white photographs taken in San Francisco. The contact sheet is an important tool for photographers to review and select images for printing, and it offers a glimpse into Frank’s creative process. The contact sheet, which includes images of cityscapes, landscapes, and people, is characteristic of Frank's iconic photobook, *The Americans* (1958). Frank’s photographs are known for their candid style, social commentary, and exploration of American life.