[Stella Nakadata and two women, three-quarter portrait, Los Angeles, California, March 28, 1953]

Rafu Shimpo [ bio ]
Toyo Miyatake Studio [ bio ]

Description

1 negative : b&w ; 5 x 7 in.

Studio three-quarter portrait of Stella Nakadate of the Starettes, who was crowned "Miss Shonien" at the Inter-Club Council dance, and two other women, Los Angeles, California, March 28, 1953. Nakadate sits in sleeveless belted dress with flower crown on her head in the center. Two women in sleeveless blouses and belted skirts sit next to her at different levels, holding small floral bouquets. The look to left of viewer.

Inscription
Typed on original envelope: Shoneien -- Children's Home -- Stella Nakadate and

History
Stella Nakadate of Starettes was crown "Miss Shonien" at the Inter-Club Council dance.

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