East Hartland Connecticut Old Res Day Home Interior 1916 Real Photo Postcard Photo by G.L. Hayes

The interior depicted represents a typical Old Residence in East Hartland, Connecticut, likely dating from the late 19th to early 20th century. This period saw a widespread adoption of richly patterned wallpapers, heavy draped textiles, and ornate dark wood furniture, elements clearly visible in the room's design. The mantelpiece display, adorned with various decorative plates and objects, was a common feature, reflecting Victorian and Edwardian aesthetic sensibilities that valued the accumulation and display of material culture.