Historical information

Part of a collection of historic wallpapers collected by Phyllis Murphy, most of whose wallpapers were donated to the collection of Historic Houses Sydney. This wallpaper sample, annotated and encased in mylar was used by Phyllis for educational purposes, and donated by her son to Villa Alba Museum's collection in 2025.

Physical description

1905 An interesting Art Nouveau design still incorporating some 19th century neo-classical elements: laurel wreaths, strings of beads and ribbons. The central focus is a topiary-like arrangement of pink roses nestled within green foliage, framed by a yellow-toned laurel wreath. The texture suggests a woven strie or ribbed ground.

Inscriptions & markings

P.W22 (a-n)