Wallpaper - Samarkand Ferns, Plum

Our Samarkand Ferns, Plum wallpaper presents stylized cream and blue botanical forms framed by delicate dotted borders, set against a rich eggplant purple ground. Designed originally by E. A. Séguy, the composition carries a distinct Art Nouveau sensibility with textile-inspired geometric discipline, arranging graceful leaves into an orderly vertical repeat. The balance between soft neutral tones, subtle blues, and deep plum creates a decorative, vintage character that brings visual depth to an interior. Like all Wallism wallpapers, this design is made-to-measure to fit your wall dimensions and printed on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure.

In the room

In a living room or a dedicated home library, we see this design working particularly well across a primary feature wall where its vertical rhythm and heritage detailing can be fully appreciated. Because the repeat relies on structured frames and balanced contrasts, it adds decorative weight without feeling chaotic. In rooms with standard ceiling heights, the upward flow of the stylized fronds naturally draws the eye vertically, giving walls an elegant, grounded presence. We also like using this design in spaces where evening artificial light dominates, as warmer lamplight softens the deep purple ground and lets the cream motifs stand out with quiet clarity.

Styling it

We recommend pairing this pattern with warm, darker wood furniture or painted vintage pieces that respect its Art Nouveau character. The geometric structure of the frames creates enough visual interest on the wall, so keeping large upholstered seating in solid woven textures helps maintain a calm balance. Deep jewel tones or muted plum accents in cushions and rugs can subtly echo the backdrop without competing with the main botanical motif.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper centres around a deep eggplant purple base, lifted by cream, soft neutral, and muted blue details within each fern frame. For surrounding walls and woodwork, warm off-white or muted putty tones create a clean, gentle contrast that lets the plum ground remain the focal point. If you prefer a moodier, enveloping palette, pairing adjacent walls or architectural trim with deep aubergine, dark slate, or soft dusky blue creates a rich, tonal transition throughout the room.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, we produce our wallpapers made-to-measure based on the exact dimensions you provide for your wall. Producing each order individually helps reduce unnecessary excess material compared with buying standard rolls.

Our wallpapers are PVC-free, simple to hang, and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical surface structure. We offer options suited to different interior projects, whether you own your home or live in rented accommodation.