Wallpaper - Greetings from New York - Screenprint Postcard

Our Greetings from New York design captures the nostalgic energy of mid-century travel with bold graphic typography inspired by classic 1940s screenprint postcards by The Tichnor Brothers. Each large letter of "NEW YORK" frames iconic landmarks, including the Statue of Liberty, the Brooklyn Bridge, a racetrack, and the state capitol, balanced by pink pasture roses and green foliage. Set against a warm gradient of orange and apricot with crisp white stars, this statement piece brings graphic character to any interior. Like all our wallpapers, this design is made-to-measure on PVC-free paper with a subtle paper structure, making it straightforward to hang.

In the room

Because of the bold, central typography and panoramic postcard format, we see this wall mural working especially well on a wide, uninterrupted wall where the full graphic composition can be taken in at once. In a living room, placing it behind a low sofa gives the large-scale lettering room to breathe without cutting off the intricate scenes inside each letter.

It also brings an engaging, dynamic presence to a home office or study, serving as an inspiring backdrop that energises the workspace. For a holiday home or open-plan living area, our mural wallpapers create an immediate focal point that anchors the entire room. Because the visual details are concentrated across the lettering, keeping taller shelving and high-backed furniture away from this wall helps preserve the full visual narrative.

Styling it

To balance the graphic energy and rich illustration of the motif, we suggest keeping the surrounding furniture clean-lined and understated:

• Mid-century modern furniture pieces with low profiles work naturally alongside the 1940s aesthetic, letting the artwork remain the primary focus.
• Warm wood finishes, such as teak or dark oak, echo the rich tones of the design without competing with the vibrant print.
• Upholstery in neutral textures or soft off-white helps ground the room, allowing the colourful scenes within the letters to stand out clearly.

Colour combinations

The design is built around a vivid palette featuring a warm orange and apricot gradient, balanced by the soft pink of the pasture roses, fresh green foliage, and classic blue accents inside the landmark vignettes.

When choosing colours for surrounding walls and woodwork, we suggest drawing from the warmer undertones of the print. Soft cream, warm off-white, or muted apricot on adjacent walls create a welcoming, harmonious transition. If you prefer a richer contrast, pulling out the deep greens or warm terracotta notes for painted trim or accent furniture will highlight the illustrated botanical details beautifully.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure to fit your specific wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess paper. We produce all of our mural wallpapers on PVC-free paper featuring a subtle surface structure that brings depth to the print. Designed to be straightforward and easy to hang, our wallpapers offer versatile options suited to different homes, living spaces, and personal decorating needs.