Die moderne Interpretation ist etwas übersichtlicher

Only a small fragment of this design with delicate leaves remains

width 13cm

The  colored parrot motif was discovered in a ground floor chamber of an early 18th century terraced house opposite Great Ormond Street Children's Hospital

Originally probably made by Jeffrey & Co

LITTLE GREENE Tapete - Broad Stripe - Menthe Kork Die moderne Interpretation ist etwasA classic striped pattern with "Roman" or Regency proportions was created in the 18th century through the "trough method". The strips were drawn on paper by passing it under a wooden trough with holes or slits in the bottom. These striped wallpapers typically feature a brushed finish, which was later replaced in the 19th century by a flatter roll print, as in the wallpapers shown here. The restrained size of this particular stripe pattern is offset by