Marie Antoinette Room--The Waldorf

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Title

Marie Antoinette Room--The Waldorf

Description

Black and white lithographic image depicting the Marie Antoinette Room at the Waldorf 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 publication: "Thirty-third Street side. Ceiling “Birth of Venus,” by Low. Original arm chair with foot rest from “The Louvre.” The clock on mantle is the original. Bronze bust of Marie Antoinette with medallion of Louis XVI. Grand piano, an exquisite example of modern art. All other furniture in this room is reproduced from the original."

Creator

Boldt, George C., 1851-1916

Publisher

Edition de Luxe.

Date

1903

Contributor

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

Relation

Histories & Publications

Is Part Of

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

Format

image | jpeg

Type

StillImage

Coverage

Waldorf-Astoria Hotel -- 1890-1930
Marie Antoinette Room

Original Format

promotional materials

Physical Dimensions

7.5x9

Citation

Boldt, George C., 1851-1916 , “Marie Antoinette Room--The Waldorf,” Host to the World, accessed May 1, 2024, https://waldorfnewyorkcity.com/archive/items/show/141.