Hotel Taft New York City Multi-View Postcard - Coffee Shop Tap Room Lobby Grill

$ 2.51

Subject: Hotels Region: New York Number of Items in Set: 1 Unit of Sale: Single Unit Continent: North America Postage Condition: Unposted Theme: Architecture Unit Type: Unit Signed: No Year Manufactured: 1930s Era: Photochrome (1939-Now) Features: Multi-View Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Brand/Publisher: Hotel Taft Country: United States Size: Standard (5.5 x 3.5 in) Type: Printed (Lithograph) Time Period Manufactured: 1930-1949 Unit Quantity: 1 City: New York brand: Hotel Taft

Description

Hotel Taft New York City Multi-View Postcard - Coffee Shop Tap Room Lobby Grill. This captivating vintage postcard showcases the iconic Hotel Taft, a prominent landmark situated at Seventh Avenue and 50th Street in the heart of New York City. The multi-view design features a striking central image of the hotel's grand exterior, highlighting its architectural presence and the famous "Roxy" sign at its base. Surrounding the main view are four detailed insets, inviting viewers to explore the luxurious interiors: the bustling Coffee Shop, the sophisticated Tap Room, the elegant Lobby, and the refined Grill. Printed with a continuous tone photographic process, this collectible piece offers a glimpse into the hotel's amenities and vibrant atmosphere. The reverse side provides fascinating historical details, touting the Hotel Taft as Times Square's largest, boasting 2,000 rooms with modern comforts like "Direct Reception" radio and circulating ice water. It also emphasizes its prime location, adjacent to Radio City, major theaters, shopping districts, and excellent transportation links including Grand Central, Pennsylvania Railroad stations, and various subway lines, making it a perfect memento for collectors of New York City memorabilia, hotel history, or vintage travel ephemera.