It is a traditional Dutch living room in this picture. At the left side of this picture is a wooden cupboard, upon the door of which is a work of Millar. Looking through the door, beautiful plates are put at the top of the shelves set on both side of the walls, and a tea service is placed at the other two sets. Beside the cupboard is a writing table. If lighting the lamp up, it would be a wonderful place for reading.
The back door is next to the writing table, and there is also a big window which is decorated by potted plants. Between the back door and the window is a clock hangs in the wall, and a small side table is beneath it. In the right side of the room is a fumy stove which can be heated by coal. However, I think it is quite dangerous to burn the coal in the house especially in winter when the fresh air is not sufficient enough. Beside the stove is a cozy rocking-chair. I can imagine how comfortable will be when sewing on that chair!
In the middle of the room is a table with red cloth, and it seems that this family usually have their tea here. Under the table, there is a straw map extending on the wooden floor, and above the table is an old-fashioned kerosene lamp, which looks warm.
I have read some travel journals, and found that people in Europe lead a slow-paced life. They usually have brunch in stead of breakfast and dine out late at night. Between two meals, they would have some afternoon tea, which they enjoy very much. From this picture, it is evident that they pay much emphasis on tea time. Imagine that chatting in this living room with an elegant tea set and good tea. What a lazy afternoon! They really enjoy their lives, I believe.
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