Man with no legs--New York City III c. 1953 - 1954

"Man with no legs--New York City III" is a contact sheet from Robert Frank's iconic photobook "The Americans" (1958). Created in the 1950s, this contact sheet showcases Frank's candid approach to street photography, capturing everyday moments in New York City. The arrangement of images in a grid format provides a glimpse into Frank's photographic process, revealing the photographer's eye and selection of frames. The contact sheet is a unique document, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of "The Americans," one of the most influential photographic works of the 20th century.