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Sidewall (USA)

This is a sidewall. It is dated 1872–78 and we acquired it in 1972. Its medium is embossed paper. It is a part of the Wallcoverings department.

This object was donated by Salem Art Association. It is credited Gift of Salem Art Association.

Its dimensions are

67 x 27 cm (26 3/8 x 10 5/8 in.)

It is inscribed

From Bush House, Salem, OR, built 1877-78

Cite this object as

Sidewall (USA); embossed paper; 67 x 27 cm (26 3/8 x 10 5/8 in.); Gift of Salem Art Association; 1972-21-1

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