Luxury papers - calico paper. 8 sheets with various, mostly one- to two-colored geometric (6) or floral (2) patterns on a white (7) and blue-green (1) ground. Probably Italy, mid 19th century. Approx. 38 x 44 cm (7), 1 sheet 47 x 63 cm. Beautiful collection of decorative sheets, all uncut. - 5 sheets in perfect condition, the oversized sheet with color blurring on the left, lower margin frayed. One of the two floral sheets printed on thinner paper with cut-out (approx. 6 x 6 cm), both with marginal defects. - In addition: 9 fragments of Italian calico paper sheets, mid 19th century. 21 x 15 cm - 45 x 29 cm. - Includes further geometric and floral designs (1 double), monochrome to polychrome on white ground. - Well preserved.

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