Wallpaper - Gallop Sketch

Our Gallop Sketch wallpaper captures the movement and form of a galloping horse through expressive black ink linework. Created by artist Anne Tavoletti, the design pairs detailed shading along the horse's musculature with sweeping strokes through the mane and tail, set against a quiet cream backdrop with understated patches of grass underfoot. The restrained monochrome palette gives the classical equestrian study a clean, graphic presence on the wall. Made to measure according to your exact wall dimensions, our PVC-free wallpapers are printed on paper with a subtle physical structure that adds depth to the printed sketch.

In the room

Because the design features a strong sense of horizontal motion and a single commanding motif, we like giving Gallop Sketch an open, uninterrupted wall where the full stride of the horse can be appreciated. It works naturally as a focal feature in a living room behind a low sofa, or along a main wall in a study or home library. The neutral cream and black tones mean the pattern does not overwhelm, making it equally effective in spaces where you want visual character without introducing complex multi-colour palettes.

Styling it

The blend of 19th-century classical sketch aesthetics and graphic clarity allows this design to sit comfortably in both traditional and contemporary settings. We suggest pairing it with:

• Darker wood tones such as walnut or stained oak in shelving or desks to complement the rich black ink lines.
• Tailored upholstered furniture in neutral linen or charcoal fabrics to keep the focus on the movement within the mural.
• Simple, unornamented lighting fixtures in blackened iron or bronze that echo the drawing's clean tonal structure without distracting from the artwork.

Colour combinations

The artwork itself relies on a palette of soft cream and neutral off-white grounds layered with deep black, charcoal, and sepia-leaning ink shades. For surrounding walls and woodwork, muted warm neutrals, stone tones, and warm whites create a cohesive, calm backdrop. If you prefer deeper contrast, pairing the wallpaper with charcoal grey or dark espresso paint on adjacent doors and trim sharpens the graphic quality of the sketch.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, we produce our wallpapers made to measure based on your specific wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess material. Our wallpapers are PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle surface structure, designed to be straightforward and simple to hang in your home.