Wallpaper - Exotic Wildlife V

Our Exotic Wildlife V wallpaper, created by Andrea Haase, juxtaposes an intricate 18th-century nautical chart with rich, layered botanical illustrations. An antique map showing North America and the West Indies forms the backdrop, marked with delicate cartographic lines, compass roses, and historic script. Rising in the foreground, lush tropical foliage in deep fern green tones creates depth, accented by orange and red flowers. Our custom-made wallpapers are produced to your exact dimensions, PVC-free, and feature a subtle texture in the paper.

In the room

In a living room, study, or home library, we find this design works exceptionally well as an expressive feature wall. Because the lower half carries dense botanical illustration while the upper portion opens into the lighter, detailed chart, the composition naturally grounds a room. We would place this behind a low-profile sofa, a writing desk, or low bookshelves where the intricate line work of the map remains visible and uncluttered across the upper wall.

In a dedicated study or library, the balance between historical cartography and botanical detail introduces character and narrative depth without overwhelming the space. The pale parchment background of the map keeps the overall wall relatively light, allowing the wallpaper to be enjoyed on wider walls with balanced natural light.

Styling it

We recommend styling this design with warm, classic furnishings that complement its historic, explorer-inspired aesthetic. Darker timber pieces, such as walnut or aged mahogany, echo the rich tones of the 18th-century engraving. For upholstery, we would choose muted, woven textiles in neutral tones or deep olive to harmonize with the tropical foliage. Antique brass or aged bronze accents, such as lighting fixtures or desk accessories, sit naturally alongside the warm parchment backdrop.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper is built on an antique parchment base, rich fern green, earthy botanical greens, and warm red and orange floral accents.

To create a cohesive scheme around the design, we suggest drawing from these key tones:

• Warm off-white or creamy linen for adjacent painted walls and trim to reflect the pale paper tone of the vintage map.
• Deep forest green or olive for surrounding woodwork, doors, or cabinetry to extend the depth of the botanical leaves.
• Muted terracotta or rust accents in soft furnishings to pick up the warm floral details in the foreground.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, we produce our wallpapers made-to-measure according to your supplied wall dimensions. Choosing made-to-measure production helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared to standard fixed-size rolls. Our wallpapers are PVC-free, easy to hang, and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical structure that adds a refined finish to any interior.