Framed 1918 Mole & Thomas Silver Gelatin Print "The Human Shield"

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Description: Framed 1918 Mole and Thomas silver gelatin print of "The Human U.S. Shield", one of a series of spectacular military photographs comprised of thousands of soldiers in formations depicting patriotic symbols in an effort to support national identity during World War I. These human or "living photographs" required a week or more of preparation. The images were outlined on the ground with fabric, and a 70-80 foot tower was constructed from which to photograph the soldiers. Then the soldiers were choreographed and photographs were taken with an 11 x 14 view camera. To maintain perspective, there were more soldiers at the top of the design than at the bottom. This photograph was taken of 30,000 officers and men under the command of Brig. General Howard L. Lauback at Camp Custer in Battle Creek, Michigan. The shield depicted is part of the design of the Great Seal of the United States, with 13 stars and 13 vertical stripes. The framed print, which is believed to be in the original frame with the original glass, measures about 14 3/8 inches high, 11 1/2 inches wide, with a depth of 5/8 inch. Condition is very good, with a nearly pristine print except for a handful of tiny spots of discoloration and some wear in the lower left corner. The photographic print is copyrighted 1918, Mole & Thomas, 915 Medinah Blvd., Chicago, Ill. The wood frame shows some loss of finish. Shipping and packaging will be $20.

Status: For Sale	Reference#: 5063
Condition: Very Good	Year: 1918
Height: 14.375 in. (36.51 cm)	Depth: .625 in. (1.59 cm)
Width: 11.5 in. (29.21 cm)	Weight: 1.75

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