Wallpaper - Cabinet of Curiosities

Created in collaboration with designer Imary, our Cabinet of Curiosities wallpaper brings an 18th-century grotesque and curiosity-cabinet aesthetic to life. The design organizes intricate classical strapwork, musical instruments like lutes and lyres, exotic parrots, toucans, botanical wreaths, and whimsical figures riding mythical sea creatures across a panelled, aged-wood backdrop. Soft watercolor-like washes of caramel brown, muted gold, slate blue, and dusty rose balance the fine line work, giving the composition a collectible, historic depth. Our wallpapers are made-to-measure to fit your room dimensions and are entirely PVC-free, with a subtle physical structure in the paper surface that adds character to any interior.

In the room

Because of the rich architectural rhythm and elaborate vertical groupings, we see this wall mural working particularly well on an uninterrupted feature wall in a study, library, or living room. The visual height of the two main decorative panels draws the eye upward, making it an excellent focal point behind a writing desk, a low credenza, or a tailored sofa. Giving the design an open wall ensures the delicate birds, sheet music, and ornamental scrollwork remain fully visible rather than tucked away behind tall furniture.

Styling it

To let the detailed narrative of the wallpaper lead the room, we would surround it with grounded, understated furnishings. Consider pairing it with dark wood tones like walnut or antique mahogany to echo the caramel and earthy undertones in the artwork. Clean-lined upholstery in natural, muted fabrics helps keep the space feeling tailored rather than overly theatrical, allowing the whimsical classical vignettes to stand as the primary decorative layer.

Colour combinations

The palette within our design centres around earthy caramel, antique parchment tones, and muted olive greens, accented by soft slate blues, dusty pinks, and gentle golds. When painting surrounding woodwork, trim, or adjacent walls, we suggest picking up on the quieter background hues with an antique off-white or a soft, warm stone. If you want a more cocooning, library-like atmosphere, a deep muted olive or a classic slate blue drawn from the parrots and draped ribbons will anchor the room handsomely.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure according to your supplied wall dimensions. Producing each order individually helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared with buying standard fixed-size rolls.

All of our mural wallpapers are PVC-free and printed on paper with a subtle physical structure. They are designed to be straightforward to hang, offering reliable decorating solutions suited to homeowners and renters alike.