Hand Blocked Wall Papers

Zuber et Cie, founded in 1797 by Jean Zuber, is one of the most important manufacturers of hand blocked and scenic wallpapers. In 1804, Zuber produced one of the earliest scenics called "Vue de Suisses", and they continue to be known for the quality of their wood block printing. This rare catalogue documents Zuber's work that reflects American tastes in the late 1920's. A few of the samples also directly relate to wallpapers in the Cooper-Hewitt National Design Museum's Wallcoverings Dept. collection.