Wallpaper - From the Butcher Dark II

Our From the Butcher Dark II wallpaper, created by Courtney Prahl, brings together graphic silhouette art and mixed-media collage against a deep charcoal grey backdrop. The central pig motif is composed of varied paper cutouts, vintage typography clippings, patterned patches, and mottled grey textures that create a playful, handcrafted visual character. Set against the weathered slate-like ground, the contrasting warm newsprint tones and cool greys give the composition a distinctive presence on the wall. Produced made-to-measure on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, this design makes an artistic statement while remaining straightforward to hang.

In the room

We see this wallpaper working especially well as a focal point in a kitchen, dining space, or breakfast nook where its culinary farm motif feels right at home. Because the collage artwork centres on a single large-scale graphic silhouette, we recommend placing it on an uninterrupted feature wall where the full pig shape can be viewed without being cut off by high cabinetry or tall cupboards. In a wider kitchen-diner, hanging the mural along an open dining wall allows the mixed-media details and vintage newsprint text to be appreciated up close, while still reading as a bold silhouette from across the room.

Styling it

The eclectic character of this design pairs naturally with both contemporary and rustic kitchen schemes. We would combine it with simple timber surfaces such as warm oak worktops or open shelving, which echo the earthy paper tones in the collage. Keeping surrounding furniture relatively clean-lined prevents the room from feeling overly busy, allowing the playful graphic to take centre stage. Matte black metal hardware, simple ceramic pendant lights, or slate floor tiles also complement the dark charcoal background without competing for attention.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper is anchored by a deep charcoal grey background, balanced with earthy newsprint beiges, soft grey spots, muted purple-grey floral fragments, and touches of aged blue typography. To create a cohesive palette, we suggest pairing it with off-white or soft warm grey on adjacent walls to keep the room light around the dark accent wall. For kitchen cabinetry or dining chairs, deep charcoal, muted ink blue, or natural unpainted wood tones connect effortlessly with the mixed collage elements.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure according to your specific wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared with buying standard fixed rolls. We produce our wall murals on PVC-free paper featuring a subtle physical structure that adds depth to every print. Designed to be straightforward to hang, our wallpapers offer versatile decorating options suited to homeowners and renters alike.