An abstract paper, which, despite its contemporary appearance, probably dates ...An abstract paper, which, despite its contemporary appearance, probably dates back to the early 1800s when such designs were hugely popular. The original colourway, featuring orangey stars on a pinky-yellow ground, was discovered on an upper floor of a...more
An abstract paper, which, despite its contemporary appearance, probably dates ...An abstract paper, which, despite its contemporary appearance, probably dates back to the early 1800s when such designs were hugely popular. The original colourway, featuring orangey stars on a pinky-yellow ground, was discovered on an upper floor of a...more
An abstract paper, which, despite its contemporary appearance, probably dates ...An abstract paper, which, despite its contemporary appearance, probably dates back to the early 1800s when such designs were hugely popular. The original colourway, featuring orangey stars on a pinky-yellow ground, was discovered on an upper floor of a...more
An abstract paper, which, despite its contemporary appearance, probably dates ...An abstract paper, which, despite its contemporary appearance, probably dates back to the early 1800s when such designs were hugely popular. The original colourway, featuring orangey stars on a pinky-yellow ground, was discovered on an upper floor of a...more
‘Massingberd Blossom’ (Gunby Hall) c.1905 The wallpaper from which this design...‘Massingberd Blossom’ (Gunby Hall) c.1905 The wallpaper from which this design is drawn, is most likely of British Edwardian origin, but stylistically is very representative of the era’s passion for oriental design, which – in a time of pre-modern...more
This flamboyant floral design featuring large, stylised poppies is a classic e...This flamboyant floral design featuring large, stylised poppies is a classic example of those in production during the late 19th century. Although the designer is unknown, it is thought that it may have been the work of Arthur L. Gwatkin who produced...more
This large damask pattern was found in Marlborough House next to St James’s Pa...This large damask pattern was found in Marlborough House next to St James’s Park; a grand abode, designed by Christopher Wren and home to the Duchess of Marlborough, friend and confidante of Queen Anne. Originally a dark blue flock on a pale blue...more
Reminiscent of Spitalfields silks, this paper, found in Albemarle Street, off ...Reminiscent of Spitalfields silks, this paper, found in Albemarle Street, off Piccadilly, had an enormous pattern repeat of 6ft. Originally produced in a dark blue flock on a light ground, it was unusual to find so bold and expensive a paper used as...more
Found in a row of elegant early-18th century houses in Broadwick Street, Soho,...Found in a row of elegant early-18th century houses in Broadwick Street, Soho, this design is remarkable in that it was based on a botanically accurate reproduction of a plant, Clusia Rosea, first recorded in a famous book theNatural History of...more
A classic Regency Stripe, which was recovered from the oldest surviving terrac...A classic Regency Stripe, which was recovered from the oldest surviving terrace house in Maddox St, Mayfair, a property built around 1715. The paper was found in the second floor front room, most likely used as a bedroom; it was the oldest paper in a...more
Found in a row of elegant early 18th Century houses in Broadwick Street, Soho,...Found in a row of elegant early 18th Century houses in Broadwick Street, Soho, this design is remarkable in that it was based on a botanically accurate reproduction of a plant, Clusia Rosea, first recorded in an important botanical book in 1743.more
Found in a row of elegant early 18th Century houses in Broadwick Street, Soho,...Found in a row of elegant early 18th Century houses in Broadwick Street, Soho, this design is remarkable in that it was based on a botanically accurate reproduction of a plant, Clusia Rosea, first recorded in an important botanical book in 1743.more
The design features brightly coloured kniphofia flowers, commonly known as tor...The design features brightly coloured kniphofia flowers, commonly known as torch lilies or red hot pokers (African in origin but named after German horticulturalist Johan Hieronymous Kniphof). They were recorded as having been hand-painted and stuck...more
The second paper in this collection taken from Brooke House in Hackney, East L...The second paper in this collection taken from Brooke House in Hackney, East London. For a long period, Brooke House was home to a private hospital and this design takes its name from one of its significant 19th century owners: a Dr John Monroe. The...more