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Rector Restaurant, Chicago, Ill. between 1895 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
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Rector Restaurant, Chicago, Ill. between 1895 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
Rector Restaurant, Chicago, Ill. between 1895 and 1910. Possibly drink preparation area or kitchen liquor pantry
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1910 Alcohol Bottle Bottles Cash Register Glasses Illinois United States Kitchen Kitchen Furniture Liquor Preparation Preparations Preparing Reproduction Restaurant Company Detroit Publishing Detroit Publishing Co Detroit Publishing Company Dry Plate Negative Glass 8 X 10 In Edwin H Husher William A Livingstone
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Step back in time to the early 1900s and experience the ambiance of Chicago's iconic Rector Restaurant as depicted in this photograph. The image, taken between 1895 and 1910, offers a glimpse into the restaurant's interior, possibly showcasing the drink preparation area or kitchen liquor pantry. The room is filled with an eclectic mix of furniture and decor, including a grand wooden bar, ornate cabinets, and a cash register. Bottles of various shapes and sizes line the shelves, hinting at the establishment's extensive drink menu. The room exudes an air of sophistication and elegance, reflecting the opulence of the era. The dry plate glass negative, measuring 8 x 10 inches, captures every intricate detail, from the textured wood grain to the reflections in the glass bottles. The Rector Restaurant, located in Chicago, Illinois, was a popular destination for travelers and locals alike during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This photograph, from the Library of Congress, provides a rare glimpse into the restaurant's history and the unique atmosphere it offered its patrons. The image, taken by an unknown photographer, is a testament to the rich heritage of American history and the enduring allure of the past. It invites us to imagine the stories of the people who worked and dined in this historic establishment, and to appreciate the craftsmanship and design of a bygone era.
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