Wallpaper - "Amerique Du Nord" From Atlas Universel By Arthème Fayard

Our vintage map wallpaper brings the intricate detail of nineteenth-century cartography onto the wall with authentic historical character. Sourced from Arthème Fayard’s classic Atlas Universel and drawn by geographer Victor Clerot, this North American map design features delicate hand-tinted territories in soft mint green, muted salmon pink, and pale olive against an aged parchment background. The fine engraved typography, topographical shading, and navigational latitude arcs give the composition a timeless, scholarly rhythm across a wide surface. Produced as custom made-to-measure wall murals, our wallpapers are printed on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure that complements historic print motifs beautifully while remaining straightforward to hang.

In the room

We see this historic map wallpaper working particularly well in a home library, a dedicated study, or a quiet reading room where the fine linework and geographic details can be appreciated up close. Because the design reads as a single cohesive historical document, we recommend giving it an uninterrupted wall where the full map frame and title cartouche have space to unfold naturally. Placing it behind a desk, along a wall flanked by lower bookshelves, or across a main feature wall in a living area allows the vintage palette to add depth without overwhelming the surrounding architecture.

Styling it

To complement the archival character of the print, we suggest pairing this mural wallpaper with warm natural finishes and classic furniture profiles.

• Balance the aged paper tones with mid-to-dark wood finishes, such as warm walnut, aged oak, or cherry wood shelving and desks.
• Echo the scholarly feel with simple metal accents in antique brass or blackened steel on reading lamps and cabinet hardware.
• Keep surrounding upholstery and floor coverings quiet, leaning toward textured neutral wools, soft leather, or plain woven rugs that let the detailed cartography remain the primary visual focus.

Colour combinations

The palette of our wallpaper is anchored by the soft mint green of the central continent, the muted blush pink of the northern territories, and the warm neutral hue of the vintage paper base. For adjacent walls and painted millwork, we recommend pulling directly from these understated antique shades. Soft bone white, warm parchment, and chalky linen tones blend seamlessly with the map background. If you prefer deeper contrast, a muted sage green, faded forest tone, or subtle slate grey on surrounding doors and trim will handsomely frame the pastel map tints.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure based on your specific wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper during decorating. We produce our wall murals on high-standard PVC-free paper featuring a subtle physical structure that adds tactile warmth to any interior. Designed to be straightforward to hang, our mural wallpapers provide reliable options for both homeowners and renters looking to bring distinctive character into their living spaces.