Wallpaper - Tropical Empire No1

Our Tropical Empire No1 wallpaper by Andrea Haase brings together historical cartography and botanical illustration in an intriguing layered composition. An antique map of the West Indies and the Americas, rendered in aged sepia and neutral tones with fine navigational markings and a classic compass rose, forms the backdrop for a lush green palm tree. The sweeping fern green fronds create an unexpected visual dialogue between maritime exploration and tropical nature. Produced custom made-to-measure on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, our mural wallpapers bring distinctive artistic character to any interior.

In the room

We see this design working particularly well in a home office, study, or library where the historical details can be appreciated up close. Because the composition balances detailed cartographic line work with the bold silhouette of the palm, it thrives on an uninterrupted feature wall behind a desk or reading chair. Giving the mural room to breathe allows the contrast between the aged map background and the verdant foliage to anchor the space without feeling cluttered.

Styling it

To complement the heritage feel of the cartography, we would pair this design with warm, rich wood furniture such as walnut or aged oak. The botanical green elements also sit comfortably alongside understated leather accents, quiet mid-toned upholstery, and brushed brass lighting, keeping the focus squarely on the layered artwork.

Colour combinations

The palette centres on earthy sepia, soft aged parchment tones, and deep fern greens. To build a cohesive scheme around the wallpaper, we suggest pairing it with warm off-whites or soft linen tones on adjoining walls and woodwork. Deep forest greens or muted olive shades can be drawn out through upholstery or curtains to echo the palm fronds and ground the room.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure to fit your wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess paper. We print on PVC-free paper with a subtle physical structure, and our wall murals are designed to be straightforward to hang, offering reliable decorating solutions for both homeowners and renters.