Old Time Wall Papers / An Account of the Pictorial Papers on Our Forefathers' Walls with a Study of the Historical Development of Wall Paper Making and Decoration

A historical survey traces the origin, techniques, and decorative styles of pictorial wall coverings from early utilitarian beginnings to later scenic and figured papers. It combines archival research, descriptive essays, and a large photographic portfolio documenting examples found in historic houses, noting methods such as stenciling, hand-coloring, and printed scenic panels. Chapters consider earliest American usages, regional varieties, conservation and revival practices, and fragmentary evidence, offering both technical background on manufacture and a catalogue-like guide to notable patterns and motifs.