A Pioneer of Automotive Portraiture George I. Ebling (1886 – 1955) stands as a remarkable figure in the annals of American photography, primarily recognized for his pivotal role at Ford Motor Company during its formative years. Born in Detroit amidst the burgeoning industrial landscape of the late Victorian era, Ebling’s artistic journey intertwined seamlessly with the ambitious vision of Henry Ford and the establishment of Ford’s photographic department – a groundbreaking initiative designed to document every facet of production methodology and disseminate compelling imagery for public cons…