Wallpaper - Greetings from Allentown - Screenprint Postcard

Our Greetings from Allentown wallpaper brings classic mid-century Americana to the wall in the style of an authentic vintage souvenir postcard. Created in the screenprint aesthetic associated with the Tichnor Brothers, the design centres on bold red and orange lettering that frames detailed illustrations of Allentown landmarks, including historic buildings, a monument, and a bridge. Radiating sunburst lines rise across a warm yellow to sky blue gradient background, giving the entire mural a graphic, energetic character. Our mural wallpapers are made-to-measure to your exact wall dimensions and printed on PVC-free paper with a subtle paper structure.

In the room

Because this is a graphic, statement wallpaper mural with bold central typography, we see it working particularly well on an uninterrupted feature wall where the entire postcard composition can be viewed without breaks. In an entryway or hallway, it sets an immediate retro tone and creates a memorable focal point as soon as you step inside. We also like it for a holiday home, guest bedroom, or a dedicated games room where graphic, travel-inspired wall murals bring a sense of nostalgic fun. To keep the landmark vignettes visible within the lettering, we suggest placing this wallpaper on a wall that is not heavily obscured by tall bookcases or large wardrobes.

Styling it

The distinct 1940s Americana aesthetic makes this design naturally suited to vintage, retro, or mid-century modern interior schemes. We would pair it with clean-lined furniture in warm mid-toned woods or painted retro finishes that let the bold colours in the mural stand out. Rather than introducing competing patterns across the room, we recommend keeping surrounding upholstery and curtains relatively simple. A low-profile sideboard or a bench placed underneath the main lettering allows the central typography and sky blue backdrop to remain completely open.

Colour combinations

The design is built around a vibrant palette of sky blue, radiant yellow, and bold red and orange typography. When choosing colours for surrounding painted walls, skirting boards, or larger furniture, we suggest looking to these tones. A soft sky blue on adjacent walls extends the open feel of the background, while a warm off-white or cream trim keeps the atmosphere bright without clashing. For a more grounded, retro contrast, deep navy accents or warm ochre textiles will highlight the warmth of the lettering.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, all our wallpapers are made-to-measure according to your specific wall dimensions, helping to reduce unnecessary excess compared with standard rolls. Our wall murals are PVC-free and printed on wallpaper paper featuring a subtle physical surface structure. They are designed to be straightforward and simple to hang, offering flexible solutions to suit different decorating needs and living spaces.