Set, Zuber "Views of North America" Wallpaper
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Zuber et Cie (French, founded 1797)
Unused complete set of 32 panels of "Views of North America," featuring Natural Bridge of Virginia, Niagara Falls, New York Bay, West Point, and Boston Harbor, originally designed 1834 and printed from multiple woodblocks, circa 2000s
Each panel approx. 18.5" wide x 12' 6" long
Note: 1961, First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy had the Diplomatic Reception Room in the White House papered with the Scenes of North America. This wallpaper is illustrated on pages 310-311 of the book French Scenic Wallpaper 1795-1865 by Odile Nouvel-Kammerer.
Unused complete set of 32 panels of "Views of North America," featuring Natural Bridge of Virginia, Niagara Falls, New York Bay, West Point, and Boston Harbor, originally designed 1834 and printed from multiple woodblocks, circa 2000s
Each panel approx. 18.5" wide x 12' 6" long
Note: 1961, First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy had the Diplomatic Reception Room in the White House papered with the Scenes of North America. This wallpaper is illustrated on pages 310-311 of the book French Scenic Wallpaper 1795-1865 by Odile Nouvel-Kammerer.
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Never used. Foxing and some moisture damage to all. Losses to some, particularly to edges, possibly from insects or rodents. Could benefit from some light conservation. Refer to additional photos.
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Set, Zuber "Views of North America" Wallpaper
Estimate $8,000 - $12,000
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