This year’s tour includes the largest home on a tour to date—the newly renovated Villa Amorosa, a beautiful 10,000-square-foot Queen Anne mansion built circa 1904 (Images #1 on previous page). Renovations took over three years at a cost of $3 million. The 20- room mansion is stunning, with inlaid wood floors, murals, and a theater, a large dining room featuring a coffered hand painted ceiling. The attention to detail in this home is truly impressive. This is the first time the home will be open to the public since the renovation was recently completed. Many of the furnishings are antique with an Italian flair. Transportation to Villa Amorosa from the museum will be provided by shuttles for the three mile trip. The remaining homes are walking distance from the museum. Two contemporary homes are on view in one location, an artist compound. One is furnished entirely with Arts and Crafts furnishings (#2 images), including those by Gustav Stickley, L .and J.G. Stickley and Charles Limbert. Both homes also feature Tiffany-style lamps and art pottery, including pieces by Van Briggle and Rookwood. The artwork is of the period, including authentic Navajo and Navajo-style wall hangings and rugs (#3 images). The owner is an Arts and Crafts antique dealer, and visitors will see how the 46 www. n A PAVA L L E Y L I F Emagaz ine .com 2 2 3 3
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