Original vintage black & white portrait featuring Nancy Smith, identified as the 1950 Parade of the Hills Queen, with hometown listed as Nelsonville, Ohio.

This photograph comes from the long-running Parade of the Hills celebration held annually in Nelsonville, Ohio — a historic Appalachian community event that dates back to the mid-20th century and continues today. These portraits document individual queens from different years and are a unique visual record of this local tradition.

The image is mounted on original period backing and includes a typed identification label showing:

• Year: 1950

• Name: Nancy Smith

• Hometown: Nelsonville, Ohio

Photographed by Wilson’s Studio, Nelsonville, Ohio, whose studio imprint appears on the mount.

Condition

Vintage condition consistent with age.

• Minor edge wear to mount

• Small areas of surface wear visible near corners

• Image remains clear with strong contrast

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Details

• Original vintage photographic print

• Parade of the Hills Queen portrait

• Identified by year, name, and hometown

• Studio: Wilson’s Studio (Nelsonville, Ohio)

• Sold individually

• From the same historic Parade of the Hills photo collection

• Years may be mixed across listings

Shipping

Ships carefully packed, flat, and protected to preserve condition.

Ships via USPS. F11