Wallpaper - Southern Tones I

Created by Lisa Audit, our Southern Tones I wallpaper brings together a warm, artistic still life featuring six decorative vases in terracotta red, orange, and gold tones. Each vessel displays distinct floral and geometric pattern work, with several holding slender green foliage and delicate white flowers that lift the composition. Set against a soft beige backdrop with faint botanical patterning, the design has a layered, oil-painted look that gives walls a welcoming character. Like all our wallpapers, it is made to measure and printed on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure.

In the room

In a dining room, we would place this design along the main wall by the dining table, where the still-life arrangement naturally anchors the seating area. The warm red and earthy tones also work beautifully in an entryway or hallway, giving guests an inviting impression the moment they step inside. Because the arrangement of vases sits across the lower and middle ground of the scene, it pairs especially well with low-profile sideboards, console tables, or an open dining setup where the vessel details remain fully in view. In a living room or quiet study, wall murals with this balance of warm earth tones and painted botanicals create an intimate, grounded backdrop.

Styling it

To complement the classical heritage feel of the motif, we suggest pairing this design with warm wood furniture, such as antique cherry, walnut, or mid-toned oak. Simple ceramic tableware, unglazed pottery, or aged brass accents around the room will echo the handcrafted character of the illustrated vases without competing with their detailed patterns.

Keep surrounding upholstery and large fabrics relatively quiet. Neutral woven textiles in oatmeal or soft cream let the red and gold tones of our mural wallpapers take center stage while keeping the room light and comfortable.

Colour combinations

The motif itself combines deep brick reds, warm terracotta, soft ochre, and muted gold, balanced by leafy green accents and a neutral beige background. When choosing paint for adjoining walls or woodwork, creamy off-whites and sandy tones create a smooth, natural transition that keeps the space feeling open. If you prefer deeper contrast, pulling out the warm brick red or a muted olive green for doors, baseboards, or a statement piece of cabinetry highlights the rich palette within the artwork.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made to measure based on your specific wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess paper. Every order is produced on PVC-free paper with a subtle physical surface structure, designed to be simple and straightforward to hang whether you are decorating your own home or personalizing a rented space.