What stood as a symbol of Hollywood glamor and elegance?

As patron approached the entrance….they were greeted by a sense of sophistication, exclusivity that defined the Golden Age of Hollywood.

…………The Brown Derby….. on N. Vine in Hollywood…….attracts a celebrity clientele……..Caricatures decorate the walls.

..…..The Brown Derby……..on Wilshire Blvd…..was famous not just for its distinctive hat shape architecture but also being a gathering spot for

Diners frequently hear the announcement….”Telephone call for…….”….

The celeb raises their hand…a waiter brings a phone….plugging the phone into an outlet at the celebs table.

celebrities…..moguls…….and socialites.