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Eating by machinery. The first automat restaurant built in New York City. Drawing by Charles Grunwald from an American newspaper of 1903
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Eating by machinery. The first automat restaurant built in New York City. Drawing by Charles Grunwald from an American newspaper of 1903
AUTOMAT RESTAURANT, 1903.
Eating by machinery. The first automat restaurant built in New York City. Drawing by Charles Grunwald from an American newspaper of 1903
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1903 Child Diner Food Manhattan Restaurant Automat Grunwald
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This photograph takes us back in time to the turn of the century, specifically to the year 1903 in New York City. The image depicts an interior view of the first automat restaurant ever built in Manhattan. Created by Charles Grunwald, a talented artist whose drawing was featured in an American newspaper, this print showcases a fascinating scene that was revolutionary for its time. In this bustling eatery, men and women can be seen dining alongside children and a young boy who appears to be captivated by the machinery surrounding him. The concept of eating by machinery was entirely new at that point, as patrons could simply insert coins into slots to retrieve their desired food items from small compartments. This innovative approach transformed traditional dining experiences into efficient self-service encounters. The atmosphere exudes an early 20th-century charm with its vintage decor and classic architectural details. It's intriguing to imagine how people must have felt stepping foot into such a modern establishment during those years. This print captures not only a significant moment in history but also highlights the rapid advancements taking place during that era. It serves as a reminder of how far we've come since then while also sparking curiosity about what other groundbreaking innovations await us in the future.
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