American cinematographer (1904–1948) known for his influential use of lighting and deep focus used in films like Orson Welles's Citizen Kane and John Ford's The Long Voyage Home. DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, October 3, 1939. Agreement between Samuel Goldwyn and Toland in which the latter lends Toland “to Twentieth Century-Fox Film Corporation as the cameraman for its photoplay entitled ‘Grapes of Wrath.’” Signed at the conclusion in fountain pen by Toland, and countersigned by Samuel Goldwyn Vice President James Roosevelt. In fine condition, with stray ink marks and a rusty paperclip mark to lower portion. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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