Wallpaper - From the Butcher Dark II

Our From the Butcher Dark II wallpaper brings together a playful collage motif set against a deeply textured charcoal blackboard backdrop. Designed by Courtney Prahl, the central figure features the silhouette of a pig assembled from eclectic fragments of vintage book pages, newspaper clippings, kraft paper, and patterned textile cutouts. The warm paper tones, soft purples, and muted blues of the cut-and-paste elements create a charming contrast with the chalky dark grey background. Produced made-to-measure on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, this mural wallpaper adds an artistic, characterful focal point to culinary and living spaces.

In the room

We love how the bold graphic silhouette commands attention on a kitchen wall or around an informal dining area. Because the artwork centres on a single large-scale collage illustration, it works particularly well on an uninterrupted feature wall where the vintage typography and layered paper cutouts can be appreciated up close. In an open-plan kitchen, placing this wallpaper behind a breakfast table or against a dedicated dining alcove instantly defines the eating zone. The chalky charcoal backdrop grounds the room, while the playful subject matter keeps the mood lighthearted and welcoming.

Styling it

To complement the artisanal, cut-and-paste character of the design, we would lean into eclectic, vintage-inspired kitchen and dining styling. Darker painted cabinetry in graphite or deep slate connects seamlessly with the blackboard background, while rustic wooden tables in warm pine or natural oak echo the aged kraft paper tones in the collage. Open shelving with stoneware ceramics, vintage enamelware, and brass or blackened metal accents will balance the graphic charm of the artwork without competing with its details.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper is anchored by a deep charcoal grey background, enriched by warm parchment, kraft brown, muted lilac-grey, and hints of ink blue in the collage sections. For adjacent walls and trim, we recommend soft off-whites, warm greys, or muted bone tones to provide contrast and let the dark feature wall stand out. For a moodier, more enveloping space, continuing a rich slate grey or deep charcoal across adjacent joinery creates a sophisticated backdrop that lets the warm paper cutouts pop.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure based on your exact wall dimensions. This custom approach helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared to standard rolls. Every design is printed on PVC-free paper featuring a subtle physical structure, crafted to be straightforward and easy to hang in your home.