Washington D.C. 1935 Hans Luther August Dietrich German Ambassador Photo For Sale

An original 7x10" vintage Type 1 photo from the archives of Wesley Howland, a Washington D.C. photographer in the 1930s. He worked for the Harris-Ewing news service and was active in the Washington D.C. social and political scene. Professionally packaged in a rigid mailer for safe delivery.

Photo Overview

Hans Luther, the German Ambassador to the U.S., and August Dietrich, Director-General of the Potash Syndicate in Berlin, are pictured in Washington D.C. in 1935. They are standing outdoors, likely near the White House, after a conference with President Franklin D. Roosevelt. The attire and style suggest a formal political meeting.

Hans Luther was notable for his service as the German Ambassador to the U.S. during a significant period leading up to World War II. He was formerly Chancellor of Germany and played a role in international diplomacy. August Dietrich was involved in Germany's industrial efforts as the Director-General of the Potash Syndicate, reflecting the economic interests of the period.

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PLEASE CREDIT HARRIS & EWING PHOTOS ,, WASH ..D.C.
HERR HANS LUTHER, GERMAN AMBASSADOR TO THE U.S., and HERR AUGUST DIETRICH, Director-General of the Potash Syndicate, of Berlin, photographed after they left the White House subsequent to a conference with President Roosevelt. Harris & Ewing. 5/8/35
HARRIS-EWING PHOTOGRAPHIC NEWS SERVICE
THE ABOVE COPYRIGHT UNDERNEATH EACH PHOTOGRAPH AS REQUESTED FOR YOUR USE ONLY

Condition: Fair to good vintage condition. Please see photos for detailed scans to note any issues.
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This photo was part of a collection of over 1200 photos from Wes Howland's personal archive that we acquired from his estate.

Not only did Mr Howland have incredible access to the government figures of the day but he was a highly skilled photographer who produced some stunning historical images and documented Washington D.C. in the 1930s like few others.