Tag: History of Hospitality
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The Unexpected History of Vintage Hotel Key Designs: A Reflection of Hospitality, Travel, and Material Culture
From ornate brass to sleek Bakelite, vintage hotel keys offer a fascinating glimpse into the past. More than just functional objects, these small pieces of metal or plastic tell a rich story of hospitality, travel, and material culture, reflecting the tastes, technologies, and social norms of their time. This blog post delves into the unexpected…
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The Unexpected History of Vintage Hotel Key Designs: A Reflection of Hospitality, Security, and Material Culture
From ornate Victorian-era designs to the sleek minimalism of mid-century modern hotels, vintage hotel keys offer a fascinating glimpse into the past. More than simple access tools, they are miniature artifacts reflecting evolving standards of hospitality, security measures, and the prevailing material culture of their time. This journey through the history of vintage hotel key…