Wallpaper - Forest Owls II

Featuring a detailed 19th-century natural history illustration from Wild Apple Portfolio, our Forest Owls II wallpaper places a Great Cinereous Owl at the centre of the composition. Perched on a weathered branch against an antique paper-toned beige ground, the owl is rendered with fine linework across its layered brown and umber plumage, punctuated by sharp yellow eyes and vintage plate lettering. The spacious, uncluttered background gives the central motif room to breathe, creating a quiet and characterful focal point on the wall. Our custom wall murals are made-to-measure and PVC-free, with a subtle structure in the wallpaper paper that complements classic illustrative art.

In the room

Because the motif is concentrated as a single, striking specimen rather than an all-over repeating pattern, we find this design works exceptionally well as a considered feature wall. In a study or home library, placing our mural wallpaper behind a desk or beside tall shelving highlights the ornithological plate aesthetic without overwhelming the space. In a living room or a quiet hallway staircase, the generous negative space around the owl keeps the wall feeling open and uncluttered. We would give this design a relatively clear wall surface so the bird, branch, and archival plate markings remain visible rather than being cut off by high furniture.

Styling it

The natural history character of this design lends itself naturally to heritage, English country, and vintage-inspired interiors. We would balance the detailed linework of the illustration with understated, grounded furnishings rather than overly ornate pieces.

Darker wood furniture, such as antique mahogany, walnut, or aged oak, pairs naturally with the deep brown and umber tones in the feathers. To complement the paper-like background, matte finishes and natural woven upholstery help maintain a warm, layered look without competing with the central artwork.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper is built on an earthy palette of umber, warm brown, soft grey, and cream against a muted beige background, with small accents of amber yellow in the eyes.

When choosing colors for adjoining walls, woodwork, and painted trim, we suggest drawing out the deeper tones with rich forest greens, dark chocolate browns, or warm slate greys. If you prefer a lighter and more uniform scheme, soft parchment tones, warm off-whites, or muted stone shades will seamlessly blend with the wallpaper’s background.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure based on your exact wall dimensions. This tailored approach helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared to standard fixed-size rolls.

All of our wallpapers are PVC-free and produced with a subtle physical structure in the paper that lends depth to both modern and vintage designs. They are designed to be straightforward and easy to hang, offering dependable options suited to diverse homes and living situations.