Flowing silk drapes adorn the apartment’s five double door-windows and their iron-rimmed balconies.
Dramatic lighting fixtures - a little art nouveau gem in the entrance hall, a romantic Napoleon III gilded brass chandelier in the master bedroom, a globe-studded belle époque lustre in the salon, a retro 1950’s folie in the dining area, and an eight-light, wheat-hued metal chandelier taken from a 1930’s boulangerie in the rear bedroom - take full advantage of the ten foot plus ceiling height. Oriental carpets and tasteful art work set a tone of restrained elegance.
The den or study is located off the entrance hall way. Painted in a cozy dark red, this room is furnished with a sofa bed that can sleep two. The second bedroom and the den are served by the hall bath, whose handsome new appointments and fixtures all draw their inspiration from the early 1900’s.
The dine-in kitchen is located between the entry hallway and the second bedroom and can be closed off from the front of the apartment by a set of double French doors.
The L-shaped work area features a granite counter top, all modern appliances, and cabinetry done in lightly stained oak in a style reminiscent of an early 20th century Parisian bourgeois kitchen. An early 20th century painting of a Provence village scene overlooks the 18th century country farm table and the six wooden bistro chairs that provide the setting for everyday dining.
For larger gatherings, the table can be expanded to accommodate eight. Cream-colored silk curtains frame the windows overlooking the interior courtyard.
Set off from the rest of the apartment by two sets of double French doors, the salon provides a restful space for reading, quiet contemplation, informal gatherings while planning the day’s activities - or a venue for elegant entertaining.
Off-white silk curtains set the tone, framing the two double, south-facing windows overlooking the street. A deep brown velvet sofa and two 1940’s vintage easy chairs speak of comfort as much as simple elegance.
To the left of the marble fireplace with its gilded mirror is an unusual Napoleon III secretaire; to the right, a 19th century English vitrine. Presiding over it all are 19th and 20th century French paintings.
In short, Champ de Mars Apartment may provide some of the most fond memories of your next stay in Paris. So check the calendar below to see if the dates you want are still available. If they are, then for the keys to this lovely apartment -- and a fresh bouquet of flowers and complimentary bottle of champagne upon your arrival -
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