Framing Antique Wallpaper Samples
Posted on | January 13, 2012 | 26 Comments
Reproduction wallpaper samples by John Derain for One Kings Lane.
Spotted on One Kings Lane framed reproduction wallpaper samples from John Derian. Derian purchased a collection of antique antique wallpaper fragments from a Paris flea market. The collection dates from the 1800s through the early 20th century. Care was taken to recreate characteristics of the originals from saturated colors to raw edges. “They’re wallpaper specimens, and that’s how I wanted to present them, floating in the frame,” says Derian.
While renovating my home we’ve discovered beautiful old wallpaper under layers of paint. Below my favorite discovery a pretty floral found in an odd little room that I hope to turn into a library. I’ve tried to remove large pieces of the wallpaper to hopefully frame. I thought it would be a sweet a reminder of the history of the room. We’ve also talked about including objects found in the walls and ceiling to display in shadow boxes. On a side note: Historic New England has created an extensive database of individual samples of historic wallpapers and photographs of wallpaper in situ. View the collection on their website: historicnewengland.com.
Don’t have any old wallpaper to peel off your walls but love this idea? Adelphi Wallpaper Hangings specializes in reproduction historic wallpapers from 1750-1930. The wallpaper is quite expensive but a 12 X 23 inch sample can be purchased for $10. Carnation & Shells is one of my favorites—framed ala Derian it would be quite striking on a gallery wall.
Wallpaper sources that offer original antique wallpaper are tough to find. Second Hand Rose in New York carries rolls from the 1880′s to the 1970′s. 5QM in Germany offers an impressive online gallery showcasing prints from the 50s, 60s,70s. I’ve gathered a few favorites from their site here.
And then their always ebay, Brimfield and French flea markets. If John Derain can come across a collection of antique samples so can’t we, right?
The little room where we found the wallpaper.
Reproduction wallpaper samples by John Derain for One Kings Lane.
A piece of wallpaper found on the walls of my library.
Wallpaper during renovation.
Floral wallpaper found on the wall under layers of paint in library.
Two layers of blue wallpaper found on the walls in the den.
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Les Indiennes Wallpaper
Posted on | May 5, 2011 | 7 Comments
I like the idea of using wallpaper in small rooms and hallways. Spotted in the recent issue of Elle Decor Les Indiennes just released a collection of wallpaper—I’m a huge of their textile line! The wallpaper is made to order with a lead time of 2-3 weeks. Each roll is 5 yards long and 27″ wide and goes for $105/roll. Twelve patterns are available in nine standard colors. I checked out the sample pack and was kinda bummed to see most of the designs were really large.
In their textile collection they make a ton of really pretty small prints. Super cute for side chairs, curtains, pillows. Maybe I could cover the walls with fabric rather then using wallpaper? Below an inspiration shot from their new wallpaper collection and Lucie fabric.
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Posted on | January 7, 2011 | 12 Comments
I’ve been fretting all morning about what to write today. Everything involved too much effort for a friday. I’ll save the back door color inspiration and how I want to re-frame every exterior window till next week. Yes, I’m crazy….
I came across Peter Fasano’s prints on Stripe & Field’s blog yesterday (big hug to elisabeth who just had a baby!) How did I not know of this gorgeousness? The prints above are hand silk-screened in Fasano’s Great Barrington, MA studio; available as wallpaper or fabric. My mind had been whirling with possibilities. So pretty for a bedroom, bathroom, hallway….
One of my favorite bathrooms has a simple blue wallpaper that reminded me of Fasano’s work.
And what about these prints Lizzie pulled together for my den inspiration? I’m realizing I’m in love with muted ethnic looking prints that still feel traditional and colonial.
From top: Peter Dunham, Muriel Brandolini, Carolina Irving, and John Robshaw.
Happy Weekend!
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