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[Jersey Born]

I have to say that I really like this one-- even the painting of a ship! Not sure the lighting would cut it for reading a book, though....

[Citrine1]

Agree.  Beautiful room!

[Sooner]

To me that's just a dark, dank, somber ugly room! A library has way more shelves and books, and is a light and comfy and enjoyable place to enjoy the happiness of a good book to read.

NOT my cup of tea and book! 

[CelticCrafter]

That looks like more of an office type setting. not a library.

[CANDLEQUEEN]

I would like my library to be more airy and bright and cozy. This room is beautiful, but reminds me of a Law Library, more than a  library just to sit and read and relax!

[shoptilyadropagain]

A library has never interested me, personally.  I do like that it doesn't have floor to ceiling bookshelves on all four walls filled with books but there's still too many bookshelves for me (after awhile it becomes clutter in my eyes).  I like a darker room such as this because I feel they're warmer and more welcoming.  I would, however, add just a few things to slightly lighten the vibe of the room including a desk lamp, plants, family pictures and a soft cushy reading chair, etc.  Those things might be included but we're only seeing the room from one view.  

[Puppy Lips]

My DH would love this room.  He loves all thing libraries, book, maps, etc.  He even gets excited about those card catalogs!

[Jersey Born]

The rest of this Alpine, NJ home isn't terrible, either.

[stevieb]

This looks more like a reading room in a gentleman's club or maybe a college library than it does anything I'd choose for my home. Overall, the house seems possibly more ostentatious than elegant.

[Nonametoday]

A library can be in a private home or in a public building.  This looks more like a law library of old.  Very British looking atmosphere.

It is very authentic.