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Where the architecture permits, it is desirable 
for the country house hallway to have plenty 
of light and space and easily ascending stairs. 
In such a hall one feels there is no need for 
breathless hurry. Here the stairs are of oak 
scrubbed to show the natural beauty of the 
fine grain and color. The floor is of flagstone. 
To one side is an old Jacobean table with a 
simple mirror above it and interesting pieces 
of pottery on the floor 
mistake by copying the details of our C olonial 
architecture. The inspiration for this card 
room was taken from Independence Hall in 
Philadelphia. The simplicity of the mantel is 
relieved by a little carving on the side brackets 
and a carved festoon above. Walls and wood¬ 
work are painted a warm shade of tan, which 
