Wallpaper - Greetings from the Seas - Screenprint Postcard

Our Greetings from the Seas wallpaper brings the distinct visual character of a mid-century travel postcard to life on a grand scale. Originating from artwork by The Tichnor Brothers, the design features a historic submarine cutting through stylized ocean waves, set beneath a sky washed in soft sunset hues of pale blue, warm blush, and orange. The dark charcoal grey of the submarine's hull provides a grounded anchor against the gentle coastal palette, while antique typography and naval detailing complete the archival aesthetic. Printed as made-to-measure, PVC-free wall murals with a subtle physical structure in the paper, this design brings character and historic charm to any room.

In the room

We see this wallpaper working particularly well in a home study, library, or quiet reading room where its vintage maritime theme can take centre stage. Because the composition features an expansive sky sitting above a detailed seascape and vessel, it benefits from being displayed across a main, relatively uninterrupted wall. Placing the mural wallpapers behind a low desk, a credenza, or an armchair ensures that the submarine and fine lettering remain fully in view. In rooms with steady daylight, the soft transitions across the sky become clearer, while softer lamp light in the evening brings out the warmth in the horizon tones.

Styling it

To complement the archival print feel of the design, we suggest pairing it with furniture and accents that echo its mid-century origins without competing with the scenery.

• Choose warm mid-toned wood such as walnut, teak, or warm-stained oak for desks, open shelving, or sideboards to naturally complement the earthy undertones of the print.
• Bring in aged brass or antique bronze hardware and task lighting to subtly reference the nautical subject matter.
• Keep surrounding upholstery and textiles relatively quiet in solid weaves or muted textures, allowing the graphic postcard composition to serve as the main focal point.

Colour combinations

The palette in our wallpaper centres on a deep charcoal grey hull set against sky tones of muted blue, dusk pink, and soft orange, alongside earthy sea greens and warm paper tones. When choosing colours for surrounding walls, woodwork, or built-in cabinetry, we like using a soft off-white or light muted blue pulled directly from the upper sky to keep the space feeling open. For a more enveloping, heritage feel in a study or library, a deeper charcoal or dark slate grey on adjacent trim creates a striking, considered contrast with the warm sunset horizon.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, we produce made-to-measure wallpapers tailored to your specific wall dimensions. Making each mural to your supplied measurements helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared to standard fixed-size rolls. Our wallpapers are PVC-free and produced on a paper with a subtle physical structure that is straightforward to hang. We offer wallpaper options designed to suit different homes and living situations, whether you own your property or live in rented accommodation.