Wallpaper - Old Venice Map

Our Old Venice Map wallpaper brings the historic layout of Venice into focus through an authentic 19th-century cartographic print. Created by Kamshy, the design captures the intricate network of Venetian calli and waterways, centred around the winding Grand Canal. Warm terracotta and earthy brick tones define the dense architectural islands, balanced by the muted moss green of the surrounding lagoon and water channels. Fine vintage lettering, depth measurements, and an authentic grid structure give the composition a rich narrative quality across the wall. Printed made-to-measure on our PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, this design makes an inviting statement piece with genuine historical character.

In the room

We see this design working particularly well in a study, home office, or a dedicated library where the fine cartographic details can be explored up close. In a living room, placing our wall murals on a main feature wall behind a sofa allows the full geographical sweep of the Venetian lagoon to anchor the seating area. Because the map contains a dense network of streets and canals framed by the open green water, it benefits from an uninterrupted wall where the complete composition can breathe. The earthy palette also sits comfortably in rooms that receive steady natural daylight, which highlights the delicate contrast between the brick-red city blocks and the mossy green waterways.

Styling it

To complement the archival character of the print, we suggest pairing the wallpaper with warm wood furniture such as mid-tone oak, walnut, or antique timber pieces. Simple, tailored upholstery in natural woven textures prevents the room from feeling overly busy alongside the dense map detailing. For accents and lighting fixtures, aged brass or patinated bronze hardware echoes the vintage aesthetic of 19th-century prints without competing with the graphic line work.

Colour combinations

The design itself is built on a dialogue between warm terracotta, muted brick red, earthy ochre, and soft moss green, with parchment-toned accents in the borders and canal lettering. For adjoining painted walls, we recommend pulling out a soft stone, warm ecru, or a desaturated sage green that extends the calm tone of the water. If you prefer a richer, more enveloping atmosphere in a study or library, deep forest green or muted olive on surrounding woodwork and bookcases creates a handsome frame around the mural wallpapers.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, all our wallpapers are made-to-measure to fit your exact wall dimensions. Producing each order individually helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared with buying standard rolls.

Our wallpapers are PVC-free and printed on a paper substrate featuring a subtle physical structure. They are designed to be straightforward to hang, offering practical options suited to homeowners and renters looking to transform their interior spaces.