Wallpaper - Essen Germany Skyline Purple & Gold

Our Essen Germany Skyline Purple & Gold wallpaper mural presents an expressive cityscape by artist Michael Tompsett, capturing the distinctive architectural profile of Essen through rich watercolour-style splatters and painterly texture. The composition balances deep mulberry purple with warm, ochre-tinted gold against an open white backdrop, giving the skyline a bold yet artistic presence. Made-to-measure on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, this design brings an engaging focal point to any interior while remaining easy to hang.

In the room

Because the skyline sits across the lower and central portion of the composition with generous open space above, we especially like this design on a main feature wall where the horizontal silhouette has room to breathe. In a living room, it works naturally across a wide wall behind a low-profile sofa, allowing the architectural silhouettes and vibrant paint splatters to anchor the seating area. We also see this working exceptionally well in a study or home office, positioned along the wall behind your desk where the expressive skyline adds visual interest without overwhelming the workspace.

Styling it

To let the expressive watercolour details take centre stage, we would pair this mural wallpaper with furniture that features clean, modern profiles and restrained finishes. Contemporary pieces in dark painted wood or warm walnut echo the deeper tones in the skyline, while seating upholstered in soft neutral fabrics keeps the overall room balanced. Introducing a few brushed brass or matte dark metal accents elsewhere in the room helps tie the metallic warmth and moody purple hues of the motif together effortlessly.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper centres around dark mulberry purple, earthy gold, and warm amber tones set against a crisp white background. When planning adjacent walls and surrounding trim, we suggest soft off-whites or subtle stone greys to mirror the airy background. For a more dramatic scheme, you could pull the rich aubergine or deep plum from the skyline onto surrounding woodwork, or incorporate ochre and mustard accents through cushions and textiles.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers and wall murals are made-to-measure based on your exact wall dimensions, helping to reduce unnecessary excess paper. Every design is printed on PVC-free paper with a subtle physical structure that feels refined on the wall. Straightforward and simple to hang, our wallpapers offer versatile options suited to homeowners and renters alike.