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

c.1900 Simulated tile design made by Osborn and Shearman, Chelsea, London. In order to produce a high-quality washable surface, known as a "sanitary" paper, the printing was done with engraved rollers. Features intricate floral and geometric motifs, including a prominent central urn-like structure and repeating mosaic-style segments.

Inscriptions & markings

P.I2 (f)