The rich, luxurious qualities of damask fabrics
had often served as a source for wallpaper patterns. This particular
damask pattern is typical of damask wallpaper patterns in the mid-19th
century, during the Rococo revival. In contrast to 18th century
wallpaper damasks, which relied heavily on oriental motifs, a classical
cornucopia forms the basis of the design for this striking Adelphi
pattern. Another defining characteristic of the time period evident in
this pattern is its smaller scale.
Repeat 21½ inches
Width 17¾ inches
Straight Match
The historic colorway image above shows
two widths of the
pattern installed. Alternate colorway images show one
complete width of the pattern.