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Heritage Hall Parlor Scene

The rooms we live in reflect features of our society. The Victorians were no different. This parlor shows the influence of the Industrial Revolution, class standing, and emphasis on the family. Most of the furniture shown here is of the Renaissance Revival Style, circa 1850-1885. It featured heavy straight lines, straight turned legs, and ornamentation on the wood trim such as finials, acanthus leaves, rosettes, and vines. This furniture was machine-made and was originally covered with black horsehair upholstery. The corner walnut whatnots hold typical Victorian clutter on every available surface: mementos of family trips, hand painted china, and souvenirs.