Biography
Russell A. Gausman was an American professional active in the art department of film production during the mid-20th century. Born on July 4, 1892 in St. Louis, Missouri, Gausman worked primarily as a set decorator, contributing to the visual construction of several notable productions. Throughout a career spanning decades, Gausman collaborated on films that ranged from gothic horror to westerns, applying specialized skills in crafting environments that supported narrative and atmosphere.
Gausman is credited with set decoration on seven films, including the 1960 historical epic Spartacus and the 1931 horror classic Dracula. Other titles in his filmography include Shadow of a Doubt, Phantom of the Opera, Man Without a Star, Pillars of the Sky, and Buccaneer's Girl, each reflecting the bread…
