"Old Time Wall Papers" by Kate Sanborn is a journey back in time to discover the story of how wallpaper came to be, showcasing its transformation from simple coverings to beautiful decorations in homes long ago. The book looks at interesting examples of historical wallpaper and the struggles in finding facts about them, as well as the history and art associated with making wallpaper, showing its changes from using things like painted mud to fancy decorative papers. This account emphasizes wallpaper's importance and the many cultural influences that helped shape interior design throughout the years.
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
By Kate Sanborn
Explore the beautiful artistry and surprising history behind the wallpapers that decorated the homes of previous generations.
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About the AuthorKate Sanborn was an American author, teacher and lecturer. Also a reviewer, compiler, essayist, and farmer, Sanborn was famous for her cooking and housekeeping.
Kate Sanborn was an American author, teacher and lecturer. Also a reviewer, compiler, essayist, and farmer, Sanborn was famous for her cooking and housekeeping.
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