Wallpaper - Vintage Green Grasshopper

Our Vintage Green Grasshopper wallpaper brings the character of historic natural history illustration straight to your interior. Created by Deborah Revell, the design centres on a grasshopper rendered in rich emerald green with warm yellow accents and a vivid coral-red underside. Delicate leg structures, fine antennae, and faint antique calligraphy in the parchment background evoke the charm of an eighteenth-century entomology study, while a tiny jewel-toned beetle sits quietly in the lower corner. Produced to your exact wall dimensions on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface texture, this made-to-measure design offers a unique blend of heritage artistry and graphic curiosity.

In the room

We see this design working wonderfully in a home study, private library, or dedicated reading nook where its historic, observational character feels right at home. Because the motif is arranged with a generous amount of open parchment-toned space around the central insect, it works exceptionally well on an accent wall behind a desk, low sideboard, or sofa. The calm background prevents the wall from feeling crowded, while the bold green and red drawing creates an immediate visual focal point. For smaller rooms or quiet work corners, placing the wallpaper on a single uninterrupted wall gives the detailed watercolour-like linework room to be appreciated up close.

Styling it

To complement the natural history aesthetic, we suggest leaning into classic heritage or English country style interiors. Darker wood furniture such as antique mahogany, walnut, or stained oak pairs naturally with the vintage paper background and deep emerald tones. Keep decorative objects thoughtful and understated: brass desk lamps, bound books, and simple framed sketches harmonize effortlessly with the eighteenth-century study feel. Upholstery in textured woven wool or muted earthy linens helps balance the graphic clarity of the insect illustration without competing for attention.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper features a palette of rich emerald green, earthy yellow ochre, coral red, and warm parchment beige. When selecting colours for adjacent walls, trim, or cabinetry, we recommend working with deep mossy greens or warm antique whites that reflect the paper's background. Muted terracotta, brick red, or warm russet accents in cushions and ceramics can subtly draw out the grasshopper's vibrant underbelly, while darker forest green joinery creates an immersive, library-like atmosphere.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure based on your exact wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess material during decorating. We produce our wall murals on PVC-free paper featuring a subtle physical structure that gives your walls a beautiful, refined finish. Designed to be straightforward and easy to hang, our mural wallpapers offer flexible solutions suited to both homeowners and those living in rented spaces.