Impressions and Personalities at the Florida Club
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Impressions and Personalities at the Florida Club
Scenes in the Florida Club in South Bruton Mews where, the glass floor creates an effect quite unlike anything else in Town. Caricatures by Hynes include, top left, the secretary Captain J. Drummond and bottom right, Quagline, the ma e d h� (quite possibly Giovanni Quaglino, founder of Quaglinos if a mis-spelling or somebody else entirely!). At the top of Abdullah who dispensed cigars and read palms apparently! Date: 1927
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Abdullah Aug17 Bruton Clubs Drummond Evenings Florida Hynes Nightlife Secretary 1927
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Step into the vibrant world of the Florida Club in South Bruton Mews, London, as depicted in this 1927 photograph. The image showcases an array of impressions and personalities that once graced the exclusive walls of this renowned establishment. The glass floor, a unique feature of the Florida Club, adds an ethereal effect to the scene, casting intriguing reflections and creating an atmosphere unlike anything else in town. The photograph, adorned with caricatures by the talented Hynes, brings the lively spirit of the 1920s to life. At the top left corner, we find Captain J. Drummond, a distinguished figure in his naval uniform, depicted with a witty and humorous touch by Hynes. Below, Quagline, the enigmatic maître d'hôtel, is depicted bottom right. Quagline, whose name may possibly be a misspelling of the famous Giovanni Quaglino, the founder of Quaglinos, adds an air of mystery and charm to the image. Above Quagline, we see Abdullah, the charismatic cigar dispensary owner and palm reader, who no doubt added to the intrigue and entertainment of the Florida Club evenings. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich history and allure of London's nightlife scene in the 1920s, a time of glamour, sophistication, and unforgettable experiences.
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