For more than 125 years, Gracie has been renowned for their hand-painted wallpapers that adorn the rooms of some of the most notable homes in the world.
All Photography by Jeremy D. Clark
“Birmingham appreciates craftsmanship and true art. Each piece of Gracie paper is hand done. The look is nostalgic, formal, and fresh all at the same time. It’s a timeless look that can make a huge impact in any space.”
—Interior Designer Sumner Starling
The Art of Gracie (Rizzoli, September 2024) is the first book from the esteemed firm and offers a stunning look not only at the singular history of this family-run company, but also at the extraordinary artistry that goes into every Gracie wallpaper.
Founded in 1898, Gracie designs exquisite wallpapers that draw on 300 years of hand-painting techniques, craftsmanship, and motifs. The Art of Gracie walks readers through spaces that feature a variety of sumptuous Gracie wallpapers, including atmospheric, panoramic landscapes that depict vibrant city streets and transporting seascapes; wallpapers that shimmer with metallic details and add modern touches to traditional designs; and lush, floral wallpapers that embody the grandeur and elegance that have defined the Gracie brand since its earliest days.
With 320 pages of rich, full-color photographs, the book reveals what makes Gracie’s designs so special, from Papier Chinois and silk to wrinkled rice paper that evokes a sense of age to the glazes that create a vintage patina. In addition, readers are treated to personal reflections from the family themselves.
Purchase your copy of “The Art of Gracie” locally at Table Matters in Mountain Brook
