Original 19th-century stereoview showing the Nebraska Section inside the Government & States Building at the World’s Industrial and Cotton Centennial Exposition, held in New Orleans in 1884–1885.
The lower caption reads:
“Nebraska Section, G. & S. Building.”
The image shows an elaborate Nebraska state exhibit with the large display slogan “Corn Is King” across the upper portion. The exhibit includes agricultural products, corn and grain displays, rustic log-style decorative elements, and state promotional material. A large Masonic square-and-compasses emblem is also visible within the display, adding a notable fraternal element to the scene.
The mount is printed along the sides:
“Centennial Photographic Co., Philadelphia, 1876.”
“1884 — New Orleans — 1885.”
The reverse bears the decorative imprint of the Centennial Photographic Co. / International Exhibition, naming Edward L. Wilson, with the card marked Registered 1884 / Copyrighted 1884.
This stereoview documents a Nebraska state exhibit within the Government & States Building, featuring agricultural displays, promotional exhibits, and the prominent “Corn Is King” slogan presented during the stereoview card with age toning, fading, soiling, spotting, staining, surface wear, and edge and corner wear. The image is somewhat light and faded, with general handling wear consistent with age. Please review photos carefully for condition.
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