A rare original panoramic photograph from the 1st Annual Miss Universe Pageant, held in Long Beach, California from June 23rd to 29th, 1952. Printed along the bottom caption bar: "MISS UNIVERSE PAGEANT – LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 23rd to 29th, 1952" along with the photographer credit: "PERRY GRIFFITH PHOTOGRAPHERS - LONG BEACH, CALIF."
This historical wide-angle group portrait features all international contestants lined up in swimsuits along two tiers on stage outside the Long Beach Municipal Auditorium—including the inaugural winner Armi Kuusela (Miss Finland), Jackie Loughery (Miss USA), and top international delegates.
Key Details & Features
Event: 1st Annual Miss Universe Pageant
Location: Long Beach, California
Date: June 23rd to 29th, 1952
Photographer: Perry Griffith Photographers, Long Beach, CALIF.
Format: Wide Panoramic Gelatin Silver Print / Photo Print
Subject: Full contestant lineup in pageant swimsuits
Condition Report
Overall Condition: good vintage condition for an oversized paper print over 70 years old.
Paper & Surface: Clear image resolution with strong contrast across all delegates. Displays light handling curl along the edges and minor age-related toning. One tear on left side as shown in the pictures.
#91123sm
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