Wallpaper - Iconic NYC II USA

Created by Michael Mullan, our Iconic NYC II USA wallpaper brings together graphic Americana and classic printmaking character. The design centres on a textured blue silhouette of the Statue of Liberty set against a crisp white ground, framed by bold typography featuring "U.S.A." and expressive phrases such as "Stars & Stripes Forever!" and "Freedom and Unity!". Drawing on a 1960s poster aesthetic and screenprint-inspired texture, the high-contrast two-tone composition creates an immediate visual statement. Made to measure on our PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, it offers a distinct graphic identity that works effortlessly as a focal point.

In the room

Because the layout functions like a large-scale graphic print with distinct vertical elements, we see this wall mural working particularly well on an accent wall in a study, home office, or teenage room. In a dedicated workspace or den, placing the design on the main wall behind a desk gives the room clear character without requiring additional decorative clutter. In a library or reading room, giving the mural wallpaper an uninterrupted wall allows the typographic balance and the full height of the silhouette to remain completely visible.

Styling it

The strong contrast and mid-century graphic feel pair naturally with clean-lined furniture and mid-century modern or Americana-inspired spaces. We would keep the surrounding furniture relatively simple so the graphic quality of the wallpaper carries the visual weight of the room. Warm wood tones, such as teak or medium oak, create a balanced contrast against the cool blue and white palette. Black metal desk lamps, minimalist shelving, or tailored upholstery in navy or neutral canvas complement the structured feel of the design without competing with the typography.

Colour combinations

Our wallpaper is built around a crisp two-tone palette of deep imperial blue and clean white. In the surrounding room, you can echo the imperial blue on painted trim, adjacent walls, or upholstered seating for a cohesive, graphic look. For a softer balance, surrounding the wall with off-white, light cool greys, or muted denim tones keeps the atmosphere open while letting the blue artwork stand out. Rich cognac leather, brass accents, or warm timber finishes also introduce an inviting warmth that sits comfortably alongside the cool base tones.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure based on your exact wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess paper. We produce all our wall murals on PVC-free paper with a subtle physical surface structure, designed to be straightforward and easy to hang in any room.