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Sidewall and borders
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Sidewall and borders

TitleSidewall and borders
Date1780–85 18th century
MediumBlock-printed on handmade paper
ClassificationWallcoverings
OriginLyon, France Lyon
Holding institutionSmithsonian Open Access
Credit linePurchased for the Museum by the Advisory Council
RightsPublic domain (CC0). Free to use for any purpose.

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