Clam Shell

Clam Shell

1900-1920
Craftsman/Arts & Crafts

This neutral oatmeal color can be found in early 20th-century wallpapers. At this time, walls often featured neutral oatmeal, khaki or tan as a base color beneath stenciled border patterns in living and dining rooms. Shell textures became one of the popular elements of Art Noveau, a style of art and architecture that peaked at the start of the 20th century. This design style emphasized organic, floral, and plant inspired motifs.