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Wallpaper

Collection Type

  • Wallpaper

Date

1874-1920

GUSN

GUSN-177254

Description

Unused sample. Allover pattern of roses with trailing grape leaves and smaller blossoms. The "Tudor Rose" pattern is a signature element in Scott Morton's designs. On unpainted, off-white linen and backed with paper.

Details

Descriptive Terms

wallpapers
Wallpaper

Pattern No.

1033

Additional Identification Number

1915

People and Organizations

A.H. Davenport/Irving & Casson

Maker

Morton, W. Scott

Location of Origin

Scotland

Dimensions

36 5/8 x 26 1/4 (HxW) (inches)

Credit Line

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

Accession Number

1981.106

Reference Notes

"Wallpaper in New England," fig. 69.1, pg. 242.

Places

Scotland (United Kingdom) [country]

Wallpaper Details

Form

Unused

State

Original

Use

Sidewall/Fill

Paper Finish

Embossed

Medium

Tynecastle
undyed linen

Decor Motif

Tudor rose
trailing grape leaves

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