Claridges Collection

Claridges Hotel 1940S
The front entrance of Claridges, one of Londons premier hotels

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Group photo, Claridges Hotel kitchen staff, Mayfair, London W1. Date: 1908

CLARIDGES HOTEL, Brook Street, London : built 1895 on the site of Mivarts, and generally reckoned as the most prestigious hotel in London. Date: circa 1905

Mrs Charles Sweeny as Astrae the Star-Maiden
Mrs Charles Sweeny, formerly Miss Margaret Whigham and later the Duchess of Argyll (1912 - 1993), pictured as Astrae, the Star-Maiden for the Olympian Party at Claridges on 5 March 1935 in aid of

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The designer and photographic artist Cecil Beaton (standing - r) showing costume designs to Lady Domville (seated, left) and Mrs Sacheverell Sitwell (seated)

Charles, Maitre d of Claridges
" Charles, " the maitre d hotel at Claridges, known to everyone, who had ever had a meal in the hotels dining room

The Main Staircase, Claridge's Hotel, London Date: 1911

The Bureau, Claridge's Hotel, London Date: 1911

A Corner of the Foyer, Claridge's Hotel, London Date: 1911

Claridge's Hotel, London, in 1898 Date: 1898

A Corner of the Drawing Room, Claridge's Hotel, London Date: 1911

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Fashionable dancers in a hotel ballroom. Date: 1908

Social - Claridges Lunch
Luncheon at Claridges Hotel, a convenient eatery if you are shopping in Londons Mayfair Date: 1912

LUNCH AT CLARIDGES 1914
Lunch at Claridges Hotel, London Date: 1914

Jamie Lee Curtis, actor, pictured at Claridges Hotel in London. Jamie, daughter of actor Tony Curtis, is in London to promote her latest film Trading Places. Picture taken 30th November 1983

Fashion looks ahead, Dream of Fair Women ball
Fashion looks years ahead - and at present and past: frocks of the future for the " Dream of Fair Women" ball tonight (i.e)

Irina Demick, french actress, in the UK for premiere of new film, Those Magnificent Men in their Flying Machines, in which she plays the multiple characters of as Brigitte, Ingrid, Marlene

Henry Kissinger speaking at a press conference, answering questions about his latest book, Years of Upheaval. Claridges Hotel, London. 27th April 1982

Henry Kissinger at a press conference, answering questions about his latest book, Years of Upheaval. Claridges Hotel, London. 27th April 1982

A view of the new ballroom at Claridges Hotel as designed by Oswald P. Milne, 1933. The ballroom of Claridges Hotel as designed by Oswald Partridge Milne (1881-1968). From The Studio Volume 105

Claridges Hotel, Mayfair, Westminster, London, c1877 (1878). Claridges was founded in 1812 as Mivarts Hotel but was renamed after the hotel was sold to a Mr and Mrs Claridge in 1854

Advert, Peter Walker Lager - British brewed, best in Britain Date: circa 1910

The Foyer, Claridge's Hotel, London Date: 1911

Christmas card (front), Claridge's, London
Christmas card (front cover), Claridge's, London, with blue ribbon and embossed coat of arms. Date: 20th century

The Foyer, Claridges Hotel, 1904 (colour litho)
3099840 The Foyer, Claridges Hotel, 1904 (colour litho) by Cowper, Max (1860-1911); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for The Savoyard (c 1918).); © Look and Learn; British

Claridges Hotel, London, c. 1900 (colour litho)
CHT249401 Claridges Hotel, London, c.1900 (colour litho) by Cowper, Max (1860-1911); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; © Archives Charmet

Luggage boy at Claridges Hotel, London (colour litho)
972453 Luggage boy at Claridges Hotel, London (colour litho) by Hardy, Dudley (1867-1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: Luggage boy at Claridges Hotel, London)

Shoes outside bedroom door at Claridges Hotel (colour litho)
972452 Shoes outside bedroom door at Claridges Hotel (colour litho) by Hardy, Dudley (1867-1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shoes outside bedroom door at Claridges Hotel)

Ascot Dress of the Future - The Dream of the Fair Women Ball
Wearing a racing fashion of the far future, The Hon. Mrs Freeman-Thomas (formerly Miss Blossom Forbes-Robertson) at The Dream of the Fair Women Ball (The Pageant of Past)

Some famous hoteliers of today
Page from The Bystander featuring photographs of well-known hoteliers and restaurant managers or owners. Clockwise from top

Claridges Hotel
Claridges was founded in 1812 as Mivarts Hotel, in a conventional London terraced house, and it grew by expanding into neighbouring houses. In 1854, the founder (the father of biologist St)

A Christmas card from Claridges in London, (die-stamped)
3604134 A Christmas card from Claridges in London, (die-stamped) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English, out of copyright

Davies Street and Claridges Hotel, Mayfair, London W1. circa 1904

Claridge Hotel, Atlantic City, New Jersey, USA. Date: circa 1930

Luncheon at Claridges (colour litho)
559476 Luncheon at Claridges (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Luncheon at Claridges)

The inside of the Christmas and New Year card from Claridges featuring an illustration of
3604136 The inside of the Christmas and New Year card from Claridges featuring an illustration of the front entrance to Claridges in the 1880 s, (illustration) by English School

The inside of the Christmas and New Year card from Claridge
3604135 The inside of the Christmas and New Year card from Claridges featuring a picture of the drawing room, (photograph) by English School

Claridges Hotel (engraving)
3636762 Claridges Hotel (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Claridges Hotel. Illustration for Old)

Sketch by Fish for the series Nights Out, 1926 - an exploration of nocturnal acitivities in London and abroad Date: 1926

The Restaurant Claridges, c19th century, (1905). Artist: Max Cowper
The Restaurant Claridges, c19th century. From The Connoisseur 1905 [Otto Limited, London, 1905.]

Duchess of Argylls ball for her debutante daughter
A spread from The Tatler reporting on the lavish ball held at Claridges by the Duchess of Argyll for her daughter, Miss Frances Sweeny

Advertisement for European hotels 1929
Advertisement for European hotels in the UK, Spain, France and Belgium. 1929

Menu Card for Claridges Restaurant - just after WW2 with rationing still in force, however Lobster is (thankfully..) still on the menu!!! 11th March 1946. Date: 1946

Christmas and New Year card, Claridges, London
Christmas and New Year card (interior), Claridge s, London, from Bruno, the Restaurant Manager. With a photograph of the Drawing Room. Date: 20th century

Claridges restaurant, 1907
Claridges restaurant: where the most distinguished families in Europe and America entertain. 1907

Needlework for the war effort, Claridges Hotel, WW1
Women making woollen shirts for the war effort at Claridges Hotel, London, at the start of the First World War. The garments are destined for Lord Tredegars yacht

Russian Red Cross auction at Claridges, WWI
Actors, Sir George Alexander and Miss Marie Lohr, working hard at a doll auction, held at Claridges Hotel in 1915 in aid of the Russian Red Cross

Claridges Hotel 1970S
The front entrance of Claridges, one of Londons premier hotels. Date: 1970s

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Step back in time to the 1940s at Claridges Hotel, where elegance and sophistication reigned supreme. This iconic establishment, known as Claridges Hotel, has been a symbol of luxury since its inception. With its grandeur and timeless charm, it continues to captivate guests from all walks of life. In the enchanting world Hotel during the 1940s, Mrs Charles Sweeny graced the stage as Astrae the Star-Maiden, captivating audiences with her ethereal beauty. The hotel's main staircase served as a backdrop for countless memorable moments and whispered secrets. Social gatherings were an integral part of life at Claridges Hotel. Friends and acquaintances would gather for lavish lunches, enjoying delectable cuisine amidst an atmosphere filled with laughter and animated conversations. These unforgettable moments created lasting memories that still resonate today. Even in 1914, lunchtime at Claridges was a cherished affair. Guests indulged in sumptuous dishes while basking in the opulence that surrounded them - a true feast for both their palates and eyes alike. Charles, Maitre d' of Claridges, ensured that every guest felt like royalty throughout their stay. His impeccable service added an extra touch of magic to this already extraordinary experience. The allure extended beyond its walls; advertisements featuring Peter Walker Lager enticed visitors from far and wide to immerse themselves in this luxurious haven. Claridge's Hotel remains an architectural marvel even today - its main staircase standing tall as a testament to its rich history. Each step echoes with stories untold yet waiting to be discovered by those who venture through these hallowed halls. So come along on a journey through time at Claridge's Hotel - where elegance meets nostalgia and dreams become reality. Experience firsthand why this legendary establishment continues to hold our fascination after all these years.