Modern Day Wallpaper
Describe what it is: This is a modern Victorian wallpaper designed by Marcel Wanders, the Dutch master of playful surrealism.
Describe its function: This new design is to be used as wallpaper, since it is wallpaper. Wallpaper, at least according to this blog, has been making a come back for the past five years due in part by new digital printing and an appetite for contemporary floral patterning.
Describe where you saw it: I was searching on google for modern Victorian wallpaper and I found an image of wallpaper that looked liked puzzle pieces. Which then brought me to DWELL blog, that had a few interesting wallpaper images. I thought this image was the best representation of modern Victorian wallpaper.
Discuss the style of the design & typography: "Unbeige described it as “William Morris-goes-Eindhoven,” referring to the Dutch design school known for experimental work." It definitely shows the romantic floral design of the Victorian era. I think that the colors make it more modern and more updated.
Discuss the quality of the artwork: The quality of the wallpaper is perfect, the floral designs are stunning and the colors are amazing.
Discuss what attracted you to the piece (use adjectives). Describe how it relates to what we have discussed or read: When I tried to figure out what I wanted my image of the week to be I remembered reading about William Morris, and recalling that he had over 500 designs in textiles, carpets, wallpapers, and tapestries. So I figured finding a William Morris inspiried wallpaper would be a good match. The wallpaper is very pretty, quite colorful, and designed very well, and it shows a modern-twist on an older design.
Wow. This is definitely Victorian wallpaper. The pattern anyway, I agree that the color is what makes it feel modern.
ReplyDeleteI love this image! The design is so beautiful--definitely reminds me of the Victorian style. To me, it exclaims 'royalty'.
ReplyDeleteholy wallpaper! This definitely fits into the Victorian style based on the colors and linear designs. I see this fitting into the styles of British people. I don't know why, but I do. ..
ReplyDeleteI like this example because I feel like it matches what the Victorians might have put up in their homes. I like the bright, bold purple color and the gold designs. It does have a modern feel with a Victorian influence.
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