The Decorated Wall: Eighty Years Of Wallpaper In Australia C.1850-1930
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Phyllis Murphy
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Historic Houses Trust of New South Wales, Elizabeth Bay House, 1981
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
This comprehensive historical account, The Decorated Wall: Eighty Years Of Wallpaper In Australia C.1850-1930, chronicles the evolution of wallpaper design and its cultural impact across Australia during a pivotal eighty-year period. It presents a detailed examination of styles, manufacturing techniques, and the social significance of wall coverings from the mid-19th to early 20th centuries. The narrative uncovers how imported and locally produced wallpapers transformed domestic interiors, reflecting broader artistic movements and societal changes. Murphy’s meticulous research illustrates the intricate relationship between design, industry, and everyday life, offering a unique perspective on Australian decorative arts history. This authoritative work details the aesthetic preferences and technological advancements that shaped the visual landscape of Australian homes.
Author: Phyllis Murphy
Published: 1981, Historic Houses Trust of New South Wales, Elizabeth Bay House
Author: Phyllis Murphy
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Historic Houses Trust of New South Wales, Elizabeth Bay House, 1981
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
This comprehensive historical account, The Decorated Wall: Eighty Years Of Wallpaper In Australia C.1850-1930, chronicles the evolution of wallpaper design and its cultural impact across Australia during a pivotal eighty-year period. It presents a detailed examination of styles, manufacturing techniques, and the social significance of wall coverings from the mid-19th to early 20th centuries. The narrative uncovers how imported and locally produced wallpapers transformed domestic interiors, reflecting broader artistic movements and societal changes. Murphy’s meticulous research illustrates the intricate relationship between design, industry, and everyday life, offering a unique perspective on Australian decorative arts history. This authoritative work details the aesthetic preferences and technological advancements that shaped the visual landscape of Australian homes.