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Wallpaper

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Collection Type

  • Wallpaper

Date

1880-1890

GUSN

GUSN-176050

Description

Unused sample. Asymmetrical oriental carpet or tapestry design. Geometric flowers and patterns in imitation of woven textile. Printed in maroon, salmon, peach, green, tan, and burgundy on a navy blue embossed ground. Drop match.

Details

Descriptive Terms

wallpapers
Wallpaper

Additional Identification Number

2308

Maker

Unknown

Location of Origin

United States

Dimensions

21-3/4 x 19-5/8 (HxW) (inches)

Credit Line

Gift of Mrs. Phillip Wheelock

Accession Number

1985.26.337

Places

United States

Wallpaper Details

Print Technique

Machine Printed

Form

Unused

Ground Color

Blue

State

Original

Type

Machine Made

Paper Finish

Embossed

Decor Motif

Imitation carpet
stylized flowers
geometric shapes.

Period/Style

Geometric

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