Wallpaper - Greetings from Virginia - Screenprint Postcard

Our Greetings from Virginia wallpaper brings the classic mid-century large-letter postcard into a bold, expressive scale. Designed by The Tichnor Brothers in the 1940s screenprint tradition, the motif centers on the state name rendered in prominent 3D block lettering, with each letter framing scenic vignettes of historic architecture, grand bridges, coastal scenes, and monuments. The lower foreground highlights the State Capitol in Richmond alongside American Dogwood blossoms, set against vibrant horizontal bands of warm orange, yellow, and sky blue. Printed as made-to-measure, PVC-free wall murals with a subtle paper texture, this design gives travel nostalgia a vivid presence on any wall.

In the room

Because of its graphic structure and wide horizontal layout, we see this design working especially well as a focal point across an open, uninterrupted wall. In a living room, dining area, or vacation home, placing the wallpaper behind lower-profile furniture allows the intricate letter illustrations and historic landmarks to remain clearly visible. The large typography gives the room an immediate sense of character, while the warm color gradient across the upper half helps open up the visual height of the space.

Styling it

To balance the energetic print aesthetic and rich mid-century palette, we would keep the surrounding interior grounded with clean-lined furnishings and understated materials. Warm-toned wood pieces, such as teak or walnut, naturally complement the vintage postcard style without competing for attention. Introducing muted upholstery in navy or off-white lets the bold lettering stand out while maintaining a cohesive, relaxed atmosphere.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper is defined by a warm, sun-drenched palette of amber orange, golden yellow, and sky blue, anchored by crisp white architectural details and deep vintage print tones. For surrounding walls, trim, or large furniture, we would pair this design with soft off-white, light cream, or subtle slate blue to let the vibrant backdrop carry the focus. Deeper accents of forest green or navy also echo the inner illustrations beautifully.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are produced made-to-measure based on your exact wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess material during decorating. All of our wall murals are PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical structure that feels natural and refined in the home. Designed to be straightforward to hang, our mural wallpapers offer flexible decorating solutions suited to both homeowners and renters.