Wallpaper - Greetings from Allentown - Screenprint Postcard

Our Greetings from Allentown wallpaper takes inspiration from classic mid-century large-letter souvenir postcards, bringing a distinct Americana aesthetic to the wall. Created by The Tichnor Brothers, the design centres on bold red and orange lettering that spells out Allentown, with each letter containing detailed illustrations of historic buildings, a monument, and a bridge. Behind the typography, radiant sunburst lines stretch across a gradient that transitions from warm yellow to bright sky blue. It is a graphic, nostalgic piece that works brilliantly as a focal wall mural, printed custom to your specific wall dimensions on our PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure.

In the room

Because of the strong central lettering and panoramic horizon, we see this design working best on an accent wall where the entire motif has space to be appreciated. In an entryway or hallway, it creates an immediate sense of arrival, welcoming guests with vintage graphic flair and hometown character. It is also an excellent option for a vacation home or a dedicated games room where retro travel themes feel right at home.

For the layout, we recommend placing this mural on a relatively uninterrupted wall rather than one broken up by tall wardrobes or multiple doors. Keeping the lower half of the wall fairly open ensures that the architectural landmarks tucked inside the lettering remain fully visible and easy to enjoy up close.

Styling it

The vivid 1940s screenprint aesthetic carries plenty of visual energy, so we prefer pairing it with straightforward, clean-lined furnishings that do not compete with the bold typography. Mid-century modern shapes in warm woods like teak or walnut sit naturally alongside the vintage Americana character of the print.

To keep the room balanced, select furniture and accessories with solid, unpatterned surfaces rather than busy geometric prints. Industrial metal accents in matte black or aged brass can ground the bright background gradient, while understated upholstered pieces let the central lettering remain the primary focus of the interior.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper features a vibrant palette built around sky blue, warm sunburst yellow, and vivid red and orange tones in the typography. When working with adjacent painted walls, you can pull out the pale sky blue for an airy, open feel, or use a soft, warm off-white that matches the vintage paper tone within the composition.

If you prefer a richer, more grounded look in the surrounding space, consider incorporating deep navy or muted olive on nearby woodwork, trim, or large furniture pieces. These deeper shades anchor the energetic sunset tones without distracting from the primary artwork.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers and mural wallpapers are made-to-measure based on your exact wall dimensions. Producing each order individually helps reduce unnecessary excess paper compared to standard, fixed-size rolls.

All of our wall murals are PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical surface structure. We design our wall coverings to be straightforward and easy to hang, providing dependable options to suit a variety of different homes and living spaces.