Wallpaper - Cranes No2

Designed by Andrea Haase, our Cranes No2 wallpaper creates an enchanting sense of depth through a classic trompe l'oeil composition. Set within a stone-textured double arch with decorative iron railings, majestic wading birds and lush palm foliage look out over a tranquil, misty water landscape. The smokey grey background and muted earthy tones give the scene a refined, nineteenth-century botanical feel with subtle orange accents on the cranes. Made-to-measure to fit your room dimensions, our PVC-free wallpapers feature a subtle surface structure in the paper that complements this painterly nature motif.

In the room

We see this design making a captivating statement in a living room or bedroom where the architectural arch framing can create the illusion of an open window onto a peaceful garden sanctuary. Because of the strong trompe l'oeil structure and balanced twin arches, we recommend giving this wall mural a wide, relatively uninterrupted wall so the full scene can be appreciated without tall furniture breaking the arched lines. Placing it behind a low sofa or a bed headboard works beautifully, anchoring the room while opening up the wall visually.

Styling it

To complement the vintage botanical atmosphere, we would look to classic or heritage interior elements with clean silhouettes. Darker wood furniture, such as stained mahogany or antique walnut, echoes the depth of the illustrated trees, while iron or patinated bronze hardware links naturally with the decorative balcony railing at the base of the design. We suggest keeping surrounding fabrics textured yet understated, allowing the detailed bird illustrations and lush foliage to serve as the main decorative focal point.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper is defined by cool smokey greys, soft misty whites, and muted mossy and earthy tones, highlighted by the delicate warm crests on the cranes. For adjacent walls and woodwork, soft stone greys or chalky off-whites keep the room feeling open and cohesive. If you prefer a richer and more enveloping palette, a deep charcoal or muted olive green on surrounding woodwork provides a dramatic, elegant contrast that brings out the darkest shades in the foliage.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure based on your specific wall dimensions, helping to reduce unnecessary excess paper. We produce PVC-free mural wallpapers with a subtle physical structure in the paper that enhances the printed design. Designed to be straightforward to hang, our wallpapers offer versatile decorating options suited to homeowners as well as people living in rented spaces.