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Note::: Please look closely at the photos to view the condition of the border on the photo. (See condition details below)
Rare, authentic antique panoramic "yard-long" photograph documenting the 37th Annual Convention of the National Confectioners Association. Taken in St. Paul, Minnesota in May of 1920, this incredible piece of history features hundreds of early American candy industry professionals and wholesalers posing along a historic downtown city streetscape filled with period-correct vintage automobiles and classic architecture.
The bottom right corner features the original signature mark of the legendary local Twin Cities photographer: "Photo by P. Schawang, St. Paul." The back of the photo includes the original handwritten studio negative/catalog tracking number "9312" in vintage pencil, proving its period authenticity.
**Dimensions:**
Approximately 37 inches wide by 7-3/4 inches tall.
**Detailed Condition & Flaws (Please Read Before offerding):**
This is a genuine 106-year-old antique and shows significant, age-appropriate wear. It is being sold strictly AS-IS with the following documented flaws:
- **Bottom Edge Text Tear:** There is a notable triangular tear with minor paper loss along the bottom edge that cuts directly into the text margin, affecting the text area reading "OF THE U.S. MAY..." (clearly pictured in the close-ups).
- **Bottom Edge Puncture:** A separate small, crescent-shaped puncture/hole sits just to the right of the words "NATIONAL CONFECTIONERS ASSN."
- **Top Edge Tears:** A prominent ~2-inch vertical tear extends down into the upper skyline area, with an additional smaller split visible near the top-left architecture.
- **General Wear:** The item features edge fraying, minor chipping, and light creasing consistent with a century-old rolled panorama.
Despite the border wear, the primary crowd imagery remains clear and retains excellent contrast. This historic piece has a beautiful vintage tone and will still flatten out to display beautifully under glass if framed. Please review all macro photos carefully to satisfy yourself regarding condition before purchasing.
**Shipping Information:**
This photograph will be handled with absolute care. It will be rolled loosely with protective paper covering the face and shipped inside a heavy-duty, crush-proof cardboard mailing tube. It will NOT be folded.
