American interior designer Jan Showers once said, “Every room needs a touch of black, just as it needs one antique piece.” This period home still has the original fireplace and gorgeous dark wooden surround. The mantel is decorated with a round mirror, candle sticks, and vases displaying leafy botanicals. To the left of the hearth is a built-in shelve, painted a dark black to match the vintage fire surround. Finally, a beautiful deep green velvet ottoman sits in the center of the room to add some more jewel-toned color.
