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Rare 1890s Arlington Hotel Washington DC Directory Booklet Bailey Banks Biddle:
$48.95
Dimensions: 4x7.5\" when openThis is an authentic, original late 19th-century luxury hotel directory and promotional cover from the historic Arlington Hotel in Washington, D.C.Engineered for elite travelers of the Gilded Age, the front showcases a stunning dual-graphic layout by the prestigious Bailey, Banks & offerdle Co. of Philadelphia, pairing a detailed architectural view of the Second Empire-style hotel with a laurel-wrapped portrait of George Washington under the name of proprietor T. E. Roessle. The interior features a remarkably preserved, comprehensive local directory split into \"Where to Shop\" and \"Where to Go,\" cataloging the city\'s finest high-society jewelers, clothiers, and landmarks of the era. The presence of the iconic Philadelphia printer credit combined with a pristine layout of vanished 1800s businesses makes this an exceptionally desirable artifact for specialized capital history collectors.Condition Note: The booklet is in very good antique condition. The front engraving features deep ink contrast and sharp lithographic lines, while the interior text remains fully legible and crisp. The paper shows natural indicators of its centennial age, including uniform toning, a soft center fold line, and light corner wear/edge nicking consistent with careful handling. Please inspect the high-resolution photographs to carefully evaluate the exact cosmetic condition before purchasing.