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Wallpaper

Collection Type

  • Wallpaper

Date

1890-1900

GUSN

GUSN-178482

Description

Unused sample. Classical motifs. Central anthemion encircled by wreaths of bellflowers. Other motifs include swags of beading, scrolling foliage and bow knots. Printed in red flock. Imitates cut velvet.

Details

Descriptive Terms

wallpapers
Wallpaper

Additional Identification Number

3618

Maker

Unknown

Location of Origin

France; United States

Dimensions

28 1/4 x 21 7/8 (HxW) (inches)

Credit Line

Museum Accession

Accession Number

2000.336

Places

Possibly France
Possibly United States

Wallpaper Details

Print Technique

Machine Printed

Design Technique

Flocked

Form

Unused

State

Original

Type

Machine Made

Use

Sidewall/Fill

Medium

Paper

Decor Motif

anthemion
wreaths
beading
swags
bow knots
scrolling foliage

Period/Style

Adam Revival

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