Wallpaper - Southern Tones III

Created by Lisa Audit, our Southern Tones III wallpaper presents a warm still life composition featuring four decorative ceramic vases set against a softly textured beige background with subtle floral patterning. The arrangement balances a tall orange vase detailed with diamond geometric patterns, a generous burnt orange vase carrying delicate damask-inspired floral work, a central glossy brown vessel holding leafy green stems and small white blossoms, and an earthy red vase grounding the foreground. The design brings a quiet, painterly warmth to a room. Like all of our wallpapers, this design is made to measure and printed on PVC-free paper with a subtle physical structure.

In the room

We see this wallpaper working especially well in a dining room or living room where the horizontal still life arrangement has enough wall width to sit as a natural focal point. Because the four vases create a balanced visual grouping with clear heights and varied shapes, placing the mural wallpaper along a main dining wall or behind a low sideboard allows the full composition to be appreciated without tall furniture interrupting the central vessels.

The warm burnt orange, terracotta, and rich brown tones make it an inviting choice for an entryway or hallway, where the earthy palette sets a welcoming, grounded tone immediately upon entering. In a study or guest bedroom, the lower contrast of the beige backdrop allows the design to add artistic interest while keeping the surrounding atmosphere calm and composed.

Styling it

To complement the classical, heritage character of the painted still life, we would pair our wall murals with warm, natural wood furniture such as walnut, teak, or aged oak. The grounded tones in the vases sit naturally against rich timber grains without competing for attention.

Keep surrounding decorative elements relatively restrained so the painterly detail of the vessels remains the main visual feature. Matte ceramics, terracotta pottery, and simple brass or bronze hardware echo the warm earthiness of the palette, while upholstery in textured neutral fabrics like oatmeal or flax lets the rich terracotta and burnt orange tones stand out.

Colour combinations

The design itself is built on a foundation of warm beige, burnt orange, deep brown, terracotta red, and accents of leafy green and soft white.

When considering paint colours for adjacent walls, trim, or woodwork, we recommend pulling directly from these earthy undertones. A warm stone or creamy off-white on neighbouring walls keeps the room light while harmonising with the textured backdrop. For a more enveloping, heritage feel, rich terracotta, warm rust, or a muted olive green on skirtings and architraves picks up on the tones of the ceramic vases and foliage, tying the entire space together.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, all our wallpapers are made to measure based on your specific wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess paper compared to standard rolls. Produced on PVC-free paper with a subtle paper structure, our wall murals are designed to be straightforward and easy to hang. We offer wallpaper options suited to different homes, needs, and living situations, whether you are decorating a home you own or personalising a rented space.