Harlem Toile de Jouy Wallpaper, Designed by Sheila Bridges, 2022
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Artifact Overview
Sheila Bridges' Harlem Toile de Jouy pattern is a singular example of a historical design that has been successfully reimagined and speaks to Americans in the 21st century. Originally designed in 2007, the pattern featuring African Americans engaged in leisurely activities has morphed from a wallpaper design to appearing on a variety of objects, from clothing to dinnerware, both high style and vernacular.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Wallpaper
Date Made
2022
Creators
Creator Notes
Designed by Sheila Bridges of Sheila Bridges Design, New York, New York. Produced for and shipped by S. Harris of Tulsa, Oklahoma. Made in the United States.
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2022.149.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Color
Yellow (Color)
Black (Color)
White (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 31 in (Sample)
Width: 30.25 in (Sample)
Diameter: 3.875 in (Wallpaper (Rolled))
Width: 30.25 in (Wallpaper (Rolled))
Height: 11 in (Label)
Width: 8.5 in (Label)
Inscriptions
on edges of wallpaper:
"Harlem Toile De Jouy" A handprint by Sheila Bridges (C) MMVI SHEILA BRIDGES / home TM
on front of label:
S. Harris (R) / 9303 East 46th Street Tulsa, Oklahoma 74145 800.999.5600 www.sharris.com / SHEILA BRIDGES / home TM / New York / Made in America / HARLEM TOILE DE JOUY / YELLOW-01 / 451169 / TRIPLE ROLL / 30" Un-trimmed - Unpasted - Spongeable - Wet Removable
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