Wallpaper - Gilded Thistle II

Our Gilded Thistle II wallpaper brings together botanical form and bold abstract expression. Created by artist Chris Paschke, the design features two thistle-like floral motifs defined by delicate black ink-style lines radiating outwards. A split background grounds the composition: the left motif sits against a clean white backdrop, while the right blooms over a warm, textured mocha brown surface. Bright golden yellow accents highlight the centre of each floral form, introducing an energetic contrast to the earthy palette. Printed to order and PVC-free, this design brings a confident artistic character to any interior.

In the room

We see this wallpaper working especially well in a contemporary living room or a dedicated study, where its horizontal split and expressive motifs have room to command attention. Because the artwork relies on strong contrast between the light and dark halves of the composition, giving it a wider, relatively uninterrupted feature wall lets both floral forms balance each other naturally. In a study or home office, placing the wallpaper behind a low desk or reading chair keeps the intricate linework visible without visual clutter.

Styling it

To complement the graphic balance of our design, we suggest pairing it with clean-lined contemporary or organic modern furniture.

• Choose warm wooden pieces in tones such as walnut or natural ash to echo the earthy mocha backdrop without competing with the detailed linework.
• Introduce dark metal accents, such as matte black reading lamps or architectural framing, to pick up on the radiating black ink lines.
• Keep surrounding upholstery and larger soft furnishings relatively neutral in soft off-white, oatmeal, or warm stone so the central golden yellow accents remain the focal point.

Colour combinations

The palette of our wallpaper centres on warm mocha brown, crisp white, deep black line work, and vibrant golden yellow highlights. When planning the rest of the room, adjacent walls painted in warm off-white or soft chalky neutrals allow the lighter half of the mural to blend quietly into the architecture. For a moodier, enveloping scheme, picking out the deep mocha or a warm taupe on flanking walls will anchor the space while making the golden centres of the thistles stand out with rich contrast.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure based on your specific wall dimensions. Producing each mural to order helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared to standard rolls. Our wallpapers are PVC-free and printed on a paper with a subtle physical structure that is straightforward to hang, offering practical options for both homeowners and renters alike.