1936 Print Wallboard House Construction Material United States Gypsum FZ2

This is an original 1936 halftone print of a worker at the United States Gypsum Corporation (USG Corporation). The worker is seen with stacked wallboards. The caption writes, "Plaster sandwiches dried and stacked: wallboard ready for 1936's 175,000 new houses."

Photography by William M. Rittase (1894-1968). He was an American photographer active from the 1920s to the 1930s. He is best known for his industrial photography and portraits often used in Fortune Magazine.

CONDITION

This 75+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine+. Light aging throughout. No creases. Image not centered on page. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note that there is print on the reverse.

• Product Type: Original Halftone Print; Black / White
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine+
• Dimensions: Approximately 9.5 x 7.5 inches; 24 x 19 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

Keywords specific to this image: construction materials, home, house construction, industry

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