A View of the Roof

A View of the Roof

Roofs

Black and white lithographic image depicting the hotel roof from the 1903 promotional publication assembled by George C. Boldt, then manager and proprietor of the Waldorf-Astoria.

Lithographs produced from original photographs by B.J. Falk.

Referenced by the publication: "THE ROOF GARDEN. In the beginning of June the roof garden is opened in the evenings for the convenience of patrons and their friends. Admission is by ticket only, obtainable at the office. Two complete orchestras alternate in furnishing musical entertainment."

Boldt, George C., 1851-1916

Edition de Luxe

1903

Falk, B. J. (Benjamin J.), 1853-1925

Boldt, G. C. (c.1903). The Waldorf-Astoria: New York. New York: Edition de Luxe.

Boldt, George C., 1851-1916, "Rooms and Features of the Old Waldorf," Item #129.

English

StillImage

Waldorf-Astoria Hotel -- 1890-1930

Roof Garden

promotional materials

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