Wallpaper

Collection Type

  • Wallpaper

Date

1880-1898

GUSN

GUSN-177262

Description

Unused sample. Pattern consists of scrolling, delicate foliate, including Tudor Rose, strapwork, imitation of crewelwork or Jacobean needlework. Block printed in white and a brushed green ground to simulate the warp and weft background fabric.

Details

Descriptive Terms

wallpapers
Wallpaper

Additional Identification Number

1929

People and Organizations

A.H. Davenport/Irving & Casson

Maker

Paul Balin (Manufacturer)

Location of Origin

France

Dimensions

26 3/4 x 19 7/8 (HxW) (inches)

Credit Line

Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas C. Ellis, Sr.

Accession Number

1981.122

Reference Notes

"Wallpaper in New England," fig. 72.3, p. 249.

Places

France

Related Items

Title Accession Number 1961.344

Wallpaper Details

Print Technique

Block Printed

Form

Unused

Ground Color

Green

State

Original

Type

Machine Made

Use

Sidewall/Fill

Type

Machine Made

Paper Finish

Embossed

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