Wallpaper - Antique Celestial Chart, Haemisphaerium Stellatum Australe Antiquum

Our Antique Celestial Chart wallpaper presents the historic Southern Hemisphere night sky as illustrated in the classic works of Andreas Cellarius. The composition centres on an intricate circular star chart surrounded by illustrated constellations of mythical figures and creatures, from a centaur and a lion to a celestial scorpion. Soft clouds with floating cherubs and decorative banners frame the perimeter of the sphere, rendered in a rich palette of deep reds, vibrant blues, warm earth tones, and accents of aquamarine blue. Printed made to measure on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, our mural wallpapers bring classic astronomical artwork to your interior.

In the room

Because of the circular geometry and fine etching-inspired details, we see this design working best on an open, relatively uninterrupted wall where the complete hemispherical chart can be appreciated from a distance as well as up close. In a dedicated home library, study, or creative studio, the wallpaper makes an engaging focal point behind a writing desk or reading area. The visual weight of the central sphere anchors a room naturally, so we prefer giving it ample breathing room rather than placing tall, bulky bookcases directly against the illustrated elements.

Styling it

The classical heritage character of this celestial map pairs particularly well with timeless materials and traditional interior elements. We would combine it with warm, mid-to-dark wood furniture, such as a rich mahogany or walnut writing desk, which echoes the warm earth tones and deeper hues in the print. Surrounding upholstery and soft furnishings in muted velvets or textured weaves complement the intricate line work without competing with the illustrated figures.

Colour combinations

The design is built around a vivid palette of deep reds, vibrant blues, warm earth tones, and crisp aquamarine blue highlights against an aged parchment backdrop. To create a balanced interior, we suggest pulling from the warmer background tones for adjacent painted walls or architectural mouldings, using soft stone, warm ecru, or muted putty. For doors, trims, or accent pieces, deep navy or a rich burgundy drawn straight from the constellation figures adds depth and visual cohesion to the space.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are produced made to measure based on the dimensions of your specific wall, which helps reduce unnecessary excess paper. Every order is printed on PVC-free paper with a subtle physical surface structure, designed to be straightforward and easy to hang across different living environments.