Peru 1948

Robert Frank's "Peru" (1948) is a black and white photograph that captures a moment in the lives of everyday people in Peru. The image, part of Frank's iconic book "The Americans," showcases his unique style of street photography, documenting the human experience in an intimate and candid way. The photograph, with its focus on the faces of the subjects and the majestic mountains in the distance, captures the essence of the Peruvian landscape and its people. The use of natural light and the composition of the image create a sense of realism and immediacy, inviting the viewer to experience the world through Frank's lens.