French Parlor July 30, 2008

The Allis living room is labeled the French Parlor because nearly all of the art and furniture are from France. The woodwork is Circassian walnut; the ceiling is covered with stained silver leaf, and the walls are covered in stretched silk damask. The room contains Barbizon School paintings, bronzes of animals and birds, a pair of Louis XIV chairs, and a 1900 Steinway piano that Mrs. Allis played regularly.