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THE FIRST-CLASS STAIRCASE
The most noticeable, and beautifully crafted interior of the Titanic had to be her forward Grand Staircase. The wrought iron and glass dome overhead allowed the natural sunlight to cast its glow over the polished oak of the wall paneling and the elaborate balustrades. A large carved panel, located on the uppermost landing, contained a clock which was surrounded by two figures which symbolized Honor and Glory crowning Time.
FIRST-CLASS STATEROOMS
The four parlor suites on the Titanic were the most expensive accommodation onboard. These suites contained two bedrooms, a sitting room, and a private bath and lavatory. Bruce Ismay, Managing Director of the White Star Line, occupied one of these suites on the Titanic's maiden voyage.
THE DINING SALOON
The massive dining saloon was over one hundred feet in length and, like everything else on the Titanic, beautifully designed. It featured leaded windows and Jacobeanstyle alcoves. Passengers would gather in the reception room prior to dinner which was located next to the dining saloon.
THE CAFE PARISIEN
The Cafe Parisien was designed to be an exact replication of a Parisian sidewalk cafe. Genuine French waiters made this cafe a popular spot with Colonel Gracie.
THE VERANDAH CAFE
The Verandah Cafe, which was also referred to as the Palm Court, was actually two rooms located on both sides of ship. These rooms were just aft of the first-class smoking room and sported white wicker furniture. Ivy grew up the trellis-covered walls and high arched windows created an outdoor effect.
THE READING AND WRITING ROOM
This Georgian style room was located adjacent to the lounge and was a retreat for the lady passengers of the ship.
THE SWIMMING POOL
The swimming pool was located on the F-deck of the Titanic and was available to first-class passengers. This feature was unique to the Titanic and her sister ship Olympic.
THE GYMNASIUM
Another unique feature of the Titanic was her gymnasium, located on the starboard side near the first-class entrance. The gymnasium had high arched windows that looked out onto the boat deck. It contained such equipment as a rowing machine, cycling, etc.
THE BARBER SHOP
There were two barber shops on the Titanic, one in first-class and one in second. It was also a place to purchase novelties such as postcards, commemorative plates, etc.
SECOND-CLASS PUBLIC ROOMS
The rooms on the second-class, while not as luxuriant as first-class, were equal to many first-class accomodations found on other vessels of the day. The second-class lounge was a large, spacious room with paneling in sycamore. Food served in the second-class dining saloon was prepared in the same galley as the first-class meals. The smoking room, which was considered a "man's retreat" was carved with oak paneling and provided an appropriate atmosphere.
THIRD-CLASS
The third-class cabins were located in the lower parts of the ship and were the least desirable of accomodations. Even so, they were superior to what many of the passengers would have known at home. Single men and women were separated by an entire ship's length - men in the bow and women in the stern. The third-class dining saloon, located amidships on F-deck, was actually two rooms divided by a watertight bulkhead. White enameled walls lined the interiors of this room.
THE SMOKING ROOM
TURKISH BATH
WIRELESS ROOM
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