Wallpaper - Greetings from the Monarchs - Screenprint Postcard

Our Greetings from the Monarchs wallpaper brings together three landmark New York skyscrapers, the Chrysler Building, Rockefeller Center, and the Empire State Building, rendered in the distinctive visual character of a 1930s screenprint postcard by The Tichnor Brothers. Set against a soft sky blue ground with gentle pastel accents, the architectural composition balances graphic linework with vintage print textures. The vertical lines of the historic towers draw the eye upwards while keeping a light, relaxed presence on the wall. Produced made to measure on our PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, our wall murals are simple to hang and bring architectural nostalgia into contemporary interiors.

In the room

Because of the strong vertical orientation of the towers and the generous open sky, we see this design working particularly well on an accent wall in a living room, dedicated study, or home office. In a living room, placing the mural wallpaper behind a low sofa gives the skyscraper silhouettes ample space to breathe without feeling cut off. In a home office or study, the soft pastel sky provides an open, airy backdrop that adds visual depth behind a desk or reading chair without visual clutter. For rooms with moderate ceiling heights, the soaring architectural lines naturally draw attention upward, making wider unbroken walls an ideal canvas for the complete vintage scene.

Styling it

To complement the heritage graphic feel of this screenprint motif, we recommend pairing it with mid-century or retro-inspired furniture that features clean lines and warm wood finishes.

• Choose furniture in warm walnut or medium oak tones to balance the cool sky blue background.
• Introduce understated upholstery in warm off-white or soft linen to let the architectural print remain the focal point.
• Add subtle brushed brass or matte dark metal accents in lighting or hardware to echo the Art Deco lines of the buildings.

Colour combinations

The palette of our wallpaper is led by a soft sky blue base, layered with delicate pastel tints and the architectural tones of the skyscrapers. When selecting paint colors for adjacent walls or trim, we suggest looking to warm whites, soft ecru, or pale stone to maintain the open, sun-washed quality of the scene. If you prefer a richer tonal contrast in a study or library, a muted slate blue or deep navy pulled from the darker linework of the towers creates an enveloping atmosphere that frames the mural beautifully.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, all our wallpapers are made to measure to match your exact wall dimensions. Custom sizing helps reduce unnecessary excess paper compared to standard rolls, giving you a tailored fit for your specific space.

Our wallpapers are completely PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical surface structure. Designed to be simple to hang, our mural wallpapers offer an accessible way to personalize any room in your home.