Wallpaper - Books of Beauty II

Julia Purinton captures the classic charm of a traditional still life in our Books of Beauty II wallpaper, featuring an arrangement of vibrant blossoms resting atop a stack of antique leather-bound volumes. Rich brushwork gives the weathered book spines, gilded details, and delicate petals in shades of deep plum, bright orange, soft pink, and muted gold an expressive painted character set against a deep, dark backdrop. Produced as made-to-measure mural wallpapers on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, this design brings historic depth and refined visual warmth to any interior.

In the room

Because of its centered still life composition and rich, dark background, this wallpaper works especially well as a focal point on an accent wall. In a home office, study, or private library, placing the design behind a desk or between built-in shelving enhances the room's literary, heritage feel. We also see this design working beautifully in a dining room behind a sideboard, or in a formal living room where the deep tones create an intimate atmosphere. For smaller spaces like an entryway, powder room, or dressing room, the compact scale of the still life creates an inviting, cabinet-of-curiosities effect that envelops the space without overwhelming it.

Styling it

We recommend letting the deep background and classical oil-painted feel guide the surrounding interior choices. To build on the historic Victorian character of the motif, pair this design with warm dark wood furniture such as mahogany, walnut, or antique oak. Upholstered seating in deep jewel tones like plum, burgundy, or forest green will mirror the rich floral palette, while brass or antique bronze hardware and lighting fixtures complement the gilded accents on the book spines. Keeping surrounding decorative accessories understated and artisanal allows the detailed brushwork of the wall murals to remain the primary visual focus.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper features a moody foundation of deep espresso brown, charcoal, and aged leather, lifted by lively floral accents of violet, coral orange, blush pink, soft cream, and botanical greens. When choosing paint colours for adjoining walls, woodwork, or cornicing, consider pulling out the darker tones with a deep heritage green, warm charcoal, or rich cocoa brown for an enveloping, cohesive aesthetic. If you prefer a lighter contrast, warm off-white, muted linen, or dusty rose provide a gentle balance that highlights the delicate highlights in the flower petals.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure to fit your exact wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess paper compared to standard rolls. Every design is printed on PVC-free paper featuring a subtle physical structure that adds depth to the printed motif. Designed to be straightforward and easy to hang, our mural wallpapers offer a reliable, considered way to transform your interior.