Wallpaper - A Very Big Cat Nap

A large tiger lounges comfortably across a plush emerald green velvet-style sofa in this expressive mural design by Kate Jarvik Birch. The composition balances painterly brushwork with rich contrast, setting the warm amber, ochre and black stripes of the tiger against a deep forest green backdrop and vivid green upholstery. We love how the relaxed pose brings an element of personality and character to the wall, creating an immediate focal point that feels both whimsical and grounded. Our wallpapers are made-to-measure to fit your room dimensions and are entirely PVC-free, with a subtle structure in the paper that complements the hand-painted artistic quality of the artwork.

In the room

Because of the bold scale and narrative presence of the tiger on the couch, this wallpaper works especially well on a wide, uninterrupted accent wall. In a living room, dining room or study, placing this mural wallpaper behind low-profile seating or a console table allows the complete artwork to remain the clear hero of the space.

For a home office, library or bedroom, the rich green and warm amber tones establish an intimate, enveloping atmosphere. The design makes a striking statement on a main feature wall, while leaving the surrounding walls in a complementary solid shade keeps the focus squarely on the central illustration.

Styling it

To let the expressive artwork take centre stage, we suggest styling the surrounding space with thoughtful restraint rather than competing patterns.

• Ground the room with rich natural timber furniture, such as dark walnut or warm teak, which complements the wooden trim depicted in the sofa frame.
• Choose understated upholstery and plain textiles in deep forest greens, burnt orange or quiet neutrals, avoiding busy patterns that might distract from the main scene.
• Accent with brushed brass or antique bronze hardware and lighting to echo the warm, golden undertones within the tiger’s coat.

Colour combinations

The palette centres around deep emerald and moss greens, balanced by warm amber, terracotta, soft cream, and deep charcoal black. When choosing colours for surrounding walls, woodwork or architraves, a deep forest green creates an immersive, moody look that lets the green sofa visually extend into the room.

If you prefer a brighter balance, soft warm whites, muted stone or pale oat tones provide a clean contrast that highlights the detailed brushstrokes of the illustration. For accent accents, earthy ochre, rust and deep olive tie effortlessly into the painterly tones of the mural.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, we produce our wallpapers made-to-measure based on your exact wall dimensions. This tailored approach helps reduce unnecessary excess paper compared to purchasing standard fixed-size rolls.

All of our wall murals are PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle surface texture. Designed to be straightforward to hang, our wallpapers make it simple to bring custom character and unique artwork into your home.