“Philippe of the Waldorf “ Signed Letterhead 1947 Waldorf Astoria Hotel

Description: This signed letterhead from 1947 is a unique piece of entertainment memorabilia. It features the signature of Philippe, a notable figure in the theater industry, and was obtained from the prestigious Waldorf Astoria Hotel. The letter itself pertains to an unknown subject, adding to the mystery and intrigue of this original item. The aspect of the object type is a letter and has been signed by Philippe, making it a rare and valuable addition to any collection. This item is an original and not a reproduction. Don't miss out on the opportunity to own a piece of history from one of the most renowned hotels in the world. Philippe is best remembered for founding the April in Paris Ball at the Waldorf Astoria in 1951, which he ran with Elsa Maxwell until his sacking from the hotel in 1959. The balls were major events in the US socialite calendar, and raised millions of dollars for American and French charities over the 28 years of its existence. His Lucullus Circle dinners also attracted some of the wealthiest businessmen of the day to feast on six to eight course meals. During his career at the Waldorf Astoria it has been estimated that Philippe was responsible for his clients spending $150 million alone on banquets, which led him to be referred to as "one of the truly great men this industry has ever produced" by George Lang. The suave Philippe led a colorful life, with many lovers including Grace Kelly and Barbara Walters, and three wives. He was investigated for tax evasion in 1958 and admitted guilt one count, for which he was fined the maximum $10,000. He had numerous other business interests and investments, and was responsible for building at least three restaurants, a casino, a theater, and an eighteen-hole golf course in Guadeloupe in the 1960s.

Price: 28.74 USD

Location: Cincinnati, Ohio

End Time: 2024-11-27T21:39:38.000Z

Shipping Cost: 4.5 USD