Life, 1920-12-02 · page 89 of 97
Life — December 2, 1920 — page 89: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This is primarily a **hotel advertisement**, not political satire. The page promotes the Hotel Pennsylvania in New York City. The illustration shows an elegant Art Deco interior with arched doorways and a figure relaxing in what appears to be a Turkish bath facility. The accompanying text emphasizes that while the Pennsylvania boasts impressive amenities (two swimming pools, sun-room, library, Turkish baths) and claims to be "the largest hotel in the world," its real appeal is **character and service quality**—the attention to detail from hairdressing salons to morning newspaper delivery. This reflects early-20th-century luxury hotel marketing philosophy: size and equipment matter less than refinement and thoughtful service. The advertisement targets "discriminating travelers" seeking comfort and gentility during their New York visits. The Statler Hotels affiliation indicates this was part of a major hotel chain.
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