Wallpaper - Coastal Chinoiserie VIII

Created by Yvette St. Amant, this decorative wallpaper features three stylized fish swimming in unison, rendered in rich sapphire blue and crisp white. What we particularly like is the delicate folk-art patterning across each silhouette: flowing vines, leaves, and botanical motifs that echo traditional ceramic painting and chinoiserie porcelain. The alternating rhythm, where two deep blue fish with white detailing frame a central white fish adorned with sapphire foliage, gives the composition an elegant balance and graphic clarity. Our mural wallpapers are made-to-measure on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, bringing an artistic and calm touch to the wall.

In the room

We see this design working beautifully in a dining room or kitchen dining space, where its maritime motif and ceramic-inspired character bring a fresh, refined focal point. Because the three horizontal fish create a strong directional flow, the wallpaper works especially well on an accent wall behind a dining table, a sideboard, or along a kitchen breakfast nook. In a compact dining area, keeping the mural on a single feature wall allows the graphic fish forms to breathe without overwhelming the surrounding space.

Styling it

To complement the maritime and heritage feel of the motif, we would pair this wallpaper with natural, grounded materials. Warm timber furniture, such as a dining table in natural oak or ash, adds warmth that balances the cool blue tones. Clean-lined white or off-white ceramics and simple linen tableware echo the graphic contrast of the design, keeping the overall interior feeling fresh and uncluttered.

Colour combinations

The palette is built around deep sapphire blue set against a clean white ground. When choosing colours for adjacent walls, trim, or cabinetry, we like pairing this design with soft off-whites and pale ivory to keep the space bright and airy. For a richer, more enveloping feel, deep navy or ink-blue accents on woodwork or painted furniture pick up the darkest tones in the fish silhouettes, creating a tailored and cohesive look.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure to fit your exact wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper during decorating. All of our wall murals are PVC-free and printed on paper with a subtle physical structure that feels refined in any room. We offer wallpaper solutions designed to be straightforward and easy to hang, making it simple to transform your interior whether you own your home or live in rented accommodation.