“Sitting Room of and English suite…"

“Sitting Room of and English suite…"

Black and white photograph depicting the sitting room of an English suite from the 1935 publication "The Waldorf-Astoria" by Richard Averill Smith.

"...sitting room, twin bedded room, bath and serving pantry… Introducing a modern note in 18th Century English furnishings, the contrast of paint and dark wood finishes being especially interesting.. Facing directly south on the 21st to 27th floors, assuring quiet and cheerfullness.”

English suites feature English fixtures, antiques and furniture and their design was overseen by English furniture and design authorities. All mantels seen in English suites are antiques certified by an authority from the Victoria and Albert Museum.

Smith, Richard Averill

The Waldorf-Astoria

1935

Histories & Publications

Smith, R.A. (1935). The Waldorf-Astoria. New York: The Waldorf-Astoria.

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Waldorf-Astoria Hotel -- 1931-present

1931 - 1939

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