Wallpaper - Horse Portrait

In our Horse Portrait wallpaper, created by Anne Tavoletti, expressive black ink linework and soft watercolour washes come together to create a striking animal motif. What we particularly like about this design is the balance between the fluid, gestural brushstrokes in the horse's mane and the calmer brown tones that shape the head. Subtle splashes of pigment sit against a clean white backdrop, giving the piece an open, painterly character that works beautifully at scale. Printed as made-to-measure wallpaper on our PVC-free paper with a subtle physical structure, this design brings an artistic focus to residential interiors.

In the room

Because the motif is concentrated on the profile and movement of the horse against an open background, we think this design works particularly well on an uninterrupted focal wall in a living room, library, or home art studio. In a larger living space, placing the wallpaper behind a low sofa or along a main feature wall allows the full scale of the expressive ink strokes to remain visible without feeling crowded. The generous white space around the subject keeps the composition airy, which means it sits comfortably in smaller reading nooks or studies just as well as in more expansive open-plan rooms.

Styling it

To let the painterly character of the wallpaper stand out, we would keep the surrounding furniture relatively understated in form and texture.

• Pair the artwork with contemporary organic or rustic elements, such as warm wood furniture, to complement the natural earth tones in the horse portrait.
• Choose low-profile seating and clean architectural lines so the flowing movement of the mane remains the central visual feature of the room.
• Incorporate subtle matte black accents in lighting or hardware to echo the bold ink lines found throughout the design.

Colour combinations

The palette in our wallpaper centres on soft brown washes, deep black ink, and a crisp white background. For surrounding painted walls and woodwork, we recommend staying within a warm neutral family. Chalky off-whites, warm creams, and pale taupes create a quiet backdrop that lets the contrast of the motif take centre stage. If you want to introduce more depth into the room, deeper charcoal tones or rich warm browns on adjacent doors, trim, or larger upholstery pieces will naturally connect with the core shades of the portrait.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are produced made-to-measure based on your exact wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess paper compared to standard rolls. Every design is printed on our PVC-free paper, featuring a subtle surface structure that lends depth to artistic illustrations and wall murals. Our mural wallpapers are straightforward to hang, offering a considered decorating option suited to both homeowners and those living in rented spaces.