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Wallpaper

Collection Type

  • Wallpaper

GUSN

GUSN-272405

Description

Partial roll of wallpaper. Pillar and arch pattern featuring three classical figures within a baldacchinno under an arch. The arch itself is slightly pointed with Gothic columns to which shields and flags are attached. Two putti rest atop the arch. Printed in black, white and blue on gray ground.

Details

Descriptive Terms

wallpapers
paper (fiber product)
Wallpaper

Inscription

"Early American Homes / 1721-1840 / Reed Ltd. / The Hancock-Clark House (Parlor) / Built 1734" (printed)

Pattern

Hancock-Clarke House parlor

Additional Identification Number

B4209

Maker

Reed, Ltd. (Manufacturer)

Location of Origin

England

Dimensions

40 1/4 x 30 (HxW) (inches)

Credit Line

Museum Accession

Accession Number

2000.420

Related Items

Title Wallpaper Accession Number 1966.488
Title Wallpaper fragment Accession Number 1966.1350
Title Accession Number
Title Wallpaper Accession Number 2000.419

Wallpaper Details

Print Technique

Screen Print

State

Repro

Type

Machine Made

Use

Sidewall/Fill

Use

Classical

Medium

Paper

Decor Motif

Pillar and Arch
Arch
Putti
Figure
Trophy
Shield
Column
Garland
Baldacchinno

Period/Style

Pillar & Arch
NeoClassical

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