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Maison Basque restaurant, Mayfair, 1940s
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Maison Basque restaurant, Mayfair, 1940s
People outside the Maison Basque restaurant, 11 Dover Street, Mayfair, London, 1947 Date: 1947
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1947 Basque Dover Maison Mayfair Restaurant
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This evocative photograph captures the bustling scene outside the Maison Basque restaurant, located at 11 Dover Street in the fashionable Mayfair district of London, in the late 1940s. The year is 1947, and the post-war era is in full swing. The exterior of the restaurant is bathed in soft, natural light, and the facade, with its distinctive Basque flag and wrought-iron signage, exudes an air of sophistication and elegance. A lively crowd of well-dressed men and women, many of them smoking and chatting animatedly, spill out onto the pavement, creating a vibrant and convivial atmosphere. The women, some in stylish hats and fur coats, others in more casual attire, are dressed to impress, reflecting the optimism and excitement of the post-war period. The men, in suits and hats, appear confident and debonair, adding to the sense of glamour and sophistication. The Maison Basque was a popular destination for London's elite, offering a taste of the exotic Basque region of Spain. The restaurant was renowned for its authentic Basque cuisine, which was a welcome departure from the rationing and austerity that still prevailed in many parts of the city. The photograph captures a moment in time when people were able to come together to enjoy good food, good company, and a sense of normalcy after the hardships of the war. This photograph is a fascinating snapshot of a bygone era, and a reminder of the power of food and community to bring people together, even in the most challenging of times.
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