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100 1 _aBarker, Lady
_q(Mary Anne),
_d1831-1911
245 1 4 _aThe Bedroom and Boudoir
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2013
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2013-01-26
508 _aProduced by Pat McCoy, Chris Curnow and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"The Bedroom and Boudoir" by Lady Barker is a practical guide on bedroom design and decoration written in the late 19th century. This manual emphasizes the importance of creating a wholesome and aesthetically pleasing environment for rest and relaxation, advocating for thoughtful considerations regarding space, ventilation, and furnishings. The text offers insights into the ideal bedroom setups with a focus on hygiene and comfort, supplemented by aesthetic recommendations for decor and furniture. At the start of this work, the author discusses the fundamental aspects of a well-constructed bedroom, notably emphasizing the need for proper ventilation and cleanliness to ensure a refreshing sleeping environment. Importantly, she critiques common issues found in bedrooms with poor air circulation, particularly in smaller spaces, and reflects on the cleanliness of walls and furnishings. Barker articulates a vision of ideal bedroom aesthetics that harmoniously blend functionality and beauty, indicating various styles and materials for walls, carpets, and furniture while fostering a sense of individuality in bedroom design. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aInterior decoration
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/41922
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