The dim edge of splendor
Title: | The dim edge of splendor |
Description: | Caption: "The dim edge of splendor--The famous shore dinners at Feltman's were known the world over at the turn of the century. Charles Feltman, the founder, whose portly figure and magnificent mustache easily identified him to his clientele, was seen three times daily making personal inspections of the spotless kitchens." There are several other signs attached to building including "Penny Arcade" and "Borden's Frozen Dessert." Image also includes large sign attached to building at right of entrance: "Feltman's, 138,000 Sq. Ft. Auction" as well as two parked automobiles in left foreground and portion of ferris wheel in amusement area in left background. |
Date: | 1892 |
Location: | Brooklyn (New York, N.Y.) Coney Island (New York, N.Y.) |
Creator: | Brooklyn eagle. |
More Details: |
On verso: caption stamped: Jun[e] 15, 1952; Brooklyn Eagle stamp. Title from caption on verso. |
Collection: | Coney Island
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Subject: |
Amusement parks Automobiles Restaurants |
Institution: | Brooklyn Public Library, Brooklyn Collection. |
Medium: |
Gelatin silver prints. Photographic prints. |
Rights: | Copyright restrictions apply to the use of this image. For more information or to obtain a photographic reproduction of this image, contact the Brooklyn Collection at Brooklyn Public Library |
ID: | CONE 0195 |