Parlours Collection
Parlours have long been a space for comfort, gathering, and leisure
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Parlours have long been a space for comfort, gathering, and leisure. In the early 1900s, the Parlour Stove stood proudly in many homes, radiating warmth and creating a cozy atmosphere. The oil painting depicting this stove captures its timeless charm. During Christmas time, parlours transformed into magical settings where cherished memories were made. A Seymour boy posed with his tricycle beside a beautifully adorned Christmas tree in the parlor. The hand-coloured engraving titled "Check Mate" hints at evenings spent playing games by the fireplace. In 1862, an oil painting showcased a man indulging in his pipe while relaxing in the comforting embrace of a parlour. It speaks to moments of solitude and contemplation that these spaces offered. The Seymour family gathered beneath another festive Christmas tree captured informally suggests that they were not just places for relaxation but also served as hubs for familial connection and celebration. Advertisements from yesteryears reveal how they were sought-after spaces to rent unfurnished - two parlours and kitchen being described as desirable features. Beyond domestic scenes, Parisian beauty parlors offer glimpses into luxurious pampering experiences enjoyed by women seeking rejuvenation and self-care. Even our furry friends are not left behind; doggie beauty treatments highlight how even pets can find solace within these walls. Parlours extend beyond residential settings too; dairy farming milking parlors showcase their utilitarian purpose - providing efficient milk production through modern techniques like milking Brown Swiss dairy cows in Cheshire, England. In Victorian times, bachelors' parlours became sanctuaries for young men to display their achievements with trophies adorning walls - reflections of personal accomplishments amidst societal expectations. Lastly, historic black-and-white images capture three generations gathered in living rooms where grandmothers view slides through stereoscopes while others read or play on the floor. These snapshots remind us that regardless of era, they have always been spaces for connection and shared experiences.