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A Luxurious Window into High-Society London
This is an incredibly scarce, authentic antique tariff booklet and illustrated souvenir from the world-famous Hôtel Métropole, located near Trafalgar Square in London. Opened in 1885, the Métropole was the pinnacle of late-Victorian luxury, famously patronized by King Edward VII (when he was Prince of Wales) and international high society.
This beautifully designed booklet was presented to elite guests as an elegant keepsake. It contains an absolute wealth of historical details, including:
Premium Gilt Edges: Features gorgeous, luxury all-around gold-gilt page edges (gilt text block), a striking feature reserved only for high-end promotional ephemera of the era.
Victorian Fine Dining Prices: Lists original tariffs for Luncheon, Afternoon Tea, and the prestigious Hôtel Métropole Table D’Hôte Dinner served in the magnificent Grand and Oak Salons (priced at 6 shillings!).
Stunning Period Graphics: Exquisite Art Nouveau typography and fine lithographic illustrations showing high-society life, including dining in the Oak Saloon, arriving at the Royal Opera in top hats and evening gowns, and a horse-drawn carriage scene on the back cover.
