This view of the sitting room at the Joseph T. May residence, 1129 North Nye Avenue, is seen from the library doorway looking towards the south bay window which is modestly covered by richly patterned drapes suspended from rings and a drapery rod. The visible center window has closed, interior shutters with a painted finish. The walls are papered above and below the picture rail with similar papers but the ceiling paper is a bold contrast with its large geometric motif and floral medallions. The fireplace mantle on the left appears to be slate or marble and has an ornate metal fender. The mirror above appears to be covered with patterned oil cloth, possibly done for this exposure. The mantle is decorated with a pair of large art glass vases and a cast iron figural mantle clock. A fringed throw rug is laid before the hearth on the figured carpet. The upright piano on the right is covered with a lambrequin and a pair of oriental vases. A painting hangs above and two pieces of art needlework hang to the left. A Victorian wall pocket or magazine holder is seen at the left of the bay window. Other furnishings include platform rockers and a folding chair all in the Eastlake style. The rocker to the right of the fireplace is "stick and ball" style as is the unusual table in the bay window. The lighting fixture suspended from the ceiling is combination gas and electricity. Gas jets are covered by upright etched glass shades, and the electric bulbs are shaded with pleated milk glass.
