Statler Hotel. Room in Statler Hotel 1954.
Horydczak, Theodor, approximately 1890-1971
1 negative : safety ; 8 x 10 in.
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![The image depicts a large dining room with rows of tables and chairs, all covered with white tablecloths. The floor has a patterned carpet that appears to be floral or ornate in design. Overhead lighting fixtures are visible on the ceiling, which is curved upwards at each end where it meets the wall arches. These arched walls have large windows adorned with striped shades.
On one side of the room, there's an art piece featuring what seems like a whale and various other marine life illustrations against a dark backdrop. Another artwork or decoration can be seen on the opposite side near the entrance area. The chairs are upholstered in light fabric, possibly cream or beige, which complements the overall color scheme of whites, creams, and subtle colors.
The tables have several items set upon them including what looks like plates, napkins, glassware for water or wine, and a central centerpiece that might be floral arrangements or decorative elements. The room is well-lit by both natural light from the windows and artificial lighting above. Overall, it appears to be an elegant dining area designed for comfort and sophistication in a mid-20th-century setting.
The caption provided indicates this image was likely taken at the Statler Hotel's Dining Room III around 1954 based on archival records available under "Statler Hotel." The name Horydczak, approximately 1890-1971 is al [...]](https://files.mastodon.social/cache/media_attachments/files/115/744/689/571/071/290/small/ad82343f2db4c48c.jpeg)









![The image depicts a street view with a prominent multi-story building, which appears to be the Statler Hotel. The hotel is shown from an angle where its facade extends across several stories and floors. It features rows of windows along each level and has multiple balconies at regular intervals.
There are people visible on the sidewalks in front of the hotel, some walking while others seem engaged in conversation or other activities typical for a busy urban area. The street is paved with asphalt, and we can observe vehicles parked alongside it, including what looks like a car from an earlier era based on its design.
The sky above is mostly clear with scattered clouds, suggesting fair weather conditions at the time of the photo's capture. Trees are visible in the background to the left side of the image, providing some greenery against the urban backdrop. The overall atmosphere appears calm and routine for a city street during what seems like midday hours.
The photograph has an aged quality with faded colors that indicate it may have been taken several decades ago, likely between 1920-1950 based on Horydczak's approximate date range of birth to death. The image is labeled as having one transparency and a size of approximately 8 x 10 inches.
For more detailed information about this specific location or the historical context surrounding it during that period, further re [...]](https://files.mastodon.social/cache/media_attachments/files/115/740/174/899/501/235/small/95c82d298674e846.jpeg)

![The image depicts a black and white photograph of an aerial view overlooking numerous small, uniform-looking structures. These appear to be temporary barracks or housing units arranged in rows on what looks like a snow-covered landscape during winter time. The overall atmosphere suggests a sense of orderliness but also a starkness due to the lack of personal items or decorations visible within the buildings and around them.
In terms of composition, there is a strong contrast between the dark forms of the structures against the lighter background of the sky and ground coverings. A few trees are scattered throughout, standing in isolation from the rows of uniform housing units. The absence of people gives an impression of desolation or abandonment within this community setting.
The photograph has a historical context suggested by its monochrome nature and apparent age; it could be used to represent themes like military life during winter months, refugee camps, temporary housing for displaced persons in various social contexts throughout history, including wars. It evokes feelings of coldness both literal as well metaphorical due to the lack of warmth or human activity.
In addition to its historical relevance, this image is associated with an exhibit by National Paint, Varnish & Lacquer Association, Inc., which seems related to improving soldiers' morale through painting [...]](https://files.mastodon.social/cache/media_attachments/files/115/739/231/657/889/130/small/cee24626d138537e.jpeg)


