Robert Frank was a Swiss-American photographer and filmmaker. He was born on November 9, 1924, in Zurich, Switzerland, and passed away on September 9, 2019, in Inverness, Nova Scotia, Canada. Frank is best known for his groundbreaking book "The Americans," which was published in 1958. In this influential work, Frank documented his cross-country journey across the United States, capturing a raw and unfiltered view of American society. His photographs depicted a range of subjects, including poverty, racism, consumer culture, and political tensions. "The Americans" had a significant impact on the world of photography and is regarded as one of the most important photographic works of the 20th century. Prior to "The Americans," Frank had already established himself as a talented and innovative photographer. He had worked for various magazines and had developed a distinct style characterized by spontaneity and a focus on capturing the essence of everyday life.In addition to photography, Robert Frank also ventured into filmmaking. His most notable film is "Pull My Daisy" (1959), a collaboration with writer Jack Kerouac and other Beat Generation artists. The film is a semi-improvised work and reflects the spirit of the Beat movement. Throughout his career, Frank continued to experiment with different visual styles and mediums. He created numerous photographic books, films, and exhibitions, constantly pushing the boundaries of traditional artistic conventions. His work has had a lasting impact on the field of photography and continues to inspire generations of artists and photographers.
Measures 8 x 5.49
Printed circa 1950's
Verso is blank.
Mounted to archival quality paper. "