Somewhere until the middle of the XIX century, the living room served exclusively representative functions. It was a meeting place, front part of the house. Up to the fact that on weekdays it was not used at all and opened only for ceremonial receptions. The decoration and decor of the living room should have shown the wealth and enlightenment of the owners. In the XIX century, the attitude towards the living room began to change. Over time, she turned into a regular room, where they were engaged in needlework and played whist. Now the classes are a little different, but the living room functions remain the same. Here they spend time with the whole family, inviting guests here. And show admiring viewers expensive rarities. Three such rarities on our pages are the candelabrum, intended for palace interiors, the floor clock of the most famous Russian watch company of the XIX century and the unique gramophone in good condition. The history of these items tells the art historian and connoisseur of antiques Andrei Tolstoy.