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Wallpaper

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Collection Type

  • Wallpaper

Date

1900-1920

GUSN

GUSN-177208

Description

Unused sample. Neoclassical pattern with oval medallions encircling a sprig, arabesques, scrollwork. Imitates a silk damask. Embossed on a green ground.

Details

Descriptive Terms

wallpapers
Wallpaper

Pattern

Louis XVI - Medallions

Pattern No.

517

Additional Identification Number

1913

People and Organizations

A.H. Davenport/Irving & Casson

Maker

Unknown

Location of Origin

Austria

Dimensions

25 3/8 x 23 (HxW) (inches)

Credit Line

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

Accession Number

1981.104

Reference Notes

"Wallpaper in New England," fig. 72.7, pg. 251-252.

Places

Austria

Related Items

Title Wallpaper Accession Number 2001.281.144

Wallpaper Details

Form

Unused

Ground Color

Green

State

Original

Type

Machine Made

Use

Sidewall/Fill

Paper Finish

Embossed

Medium

Metaxin

Decor Motif

oval medallions
sprigs
arabesques
scrollwork
wreaths

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