House Vernacular

Affordable, authentic wallpaper designs reproduced from historic sources. Whether you like Edwardian, Art Nouveau, Arts & Crafts or Country Victorian, we have designs in authentic colors.

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Stripes and damask, exuberant florals or more subdued geometrics – whether you like the elegant and quietly opulent styles of early Victorian or the colorful, ornate styles of late Victorian, you can find it here (as well as pre-Victorian styles).

Not sure you like Victorian? You may be surprised by all this category has to offer! Looking for something a bit more restrained? Try our Country Victorian category.

Country Victorian is all about the dainty florals, stripes and patterns found in country farmhouses, and epitomizes what many people think of as Victorian. These wallpapers are carefully reproduced from period sample books, or from remnants found in old steamer trunks, inside drawers and on the backs of pictures. This category also contains pre-Victorian styles.

Flowing lines, sinuous curves, bold designs. Isn't Art Nouveau glorious? There's nothing else quite like it – and we're not the only ones that think so. Few styles are so instantly recognizable and sought after as Art Nouveau. Although a relatively short lived style, it continues to influence and inspire even the most modern designs.

Arts and Crafts never goes out of style. Even so, it is currently enjoying a resurgence as countless number of bungalows across America continue to be restored. In addition, many new homes are influenced or built entirely in this style. The muted colors and bold, streamlined designs are endlessly appealing, and the patterns offer harmonious, soothing designs in a distinctive style. Mission to Mackintosh, Aerochrome to scenic panels, this category has it all.

There is something infinitely appealing about children's designs, and most of us have a fondness for things from childhood. Our Children's Collection won't disappoint. The patterns offered are a mix of styles and periods, but all celebrate the joy of childhood. From plain to fancy, find a pattern that you and your child will cherish.

For an special touch, many of these patterns can be customized with your child's name or a quotation.

Welcome to the Modern age, where the designs of the 30's, 40's and 50's run the gamut of subjects, styles and scale. This category offers florals, scenics, geometrics and more – all exceptional representations of the era from which they come, and each with a distinct style all it's own. Keep an eye on this category for more eras coming soon.