Weegee (American, 1899-1968) Scrubwoman, 60 Wall

Weegee (American, 1899-1968) Scrubwoman, 60 Wall Street Tower, circa 1940 Gelatin silver print, ferrotyped 10-5/8 x 13-3/8 inches (27.0 x 34.0 cm) (image) 11 x 14 inches (sheet) Photographer's Weegee / Photo Representative stamp, verso. Weegee is credited with answering "F/8 and be there" when asked about his work, a phrase that has persisted among photographers to mean prioritizing the opportunity to get the shot, regardless of technique, lest the moment is missed while settings are adjusted. HID03101062020 © 2020 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Condition Report: Overall good condition. Scattered hairline scratches, creases, and indentations visible under raking light. Peeling and bumping to extreme edges and corners of sheet, not affecting the image and not visible when mat is closed. Sheet is cornered to board. Window mat measures 18 by 22 inches. Not framed.
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