Wallpaper - Greetings from Monrovia - Screenprint Postcard

Our Greetings from Monrovia wallpaper captures the graphic charm of a mid-century illustrated souvenir map, rendered in vibrant saffron yellow and warm earthy orange. Drawn from vintage artwork by The Tichnor Brothers, the composition highlights Monrovia, California, nestled against the foothills, surrounded by stylized icons of Mount Wilson, nearby cities like Pasadena, Hollywood, and Los Angeles, and scenic routes reaching to the Pacific Ocean and desert playgrounds. Illustrated cacti, palm trees, mountain ridges, and outdoor motifs give the design its lively screenprint character. Produced as custom made-to-measure mural wallpapers on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, it brings a warm graphic statement to any accent wall.

In the room

This is one of our wall murals that thrives on an open, relatively uninterrupted surface. Because the layout works as a complete narrative map filled with small details, playful landmarks, and retro typography, we recommend placing it where the full width can be viewed comfortably from across the room. It makes an engaging focal point in a living room behind a low-backed sofa, where the upper landmarks and mountain ridges remain entirely in view.

We also see this working especially well in a home study, library nook, or a dedicated workspace. In a study, the detailed cartography and mid-century aesthetic create an inspiring backdrop for a desk or reading corner. If you are decorating a vacation home, the sunny California palette and nostalgic travel theme naturally set a relaxed, conversational tone. Because the design has a strong visual density, it works best as a feature wall balanced by solid surrounding surfaces rather than repeated across all four walls.

Styling it

To let the detailed vintage illustration stand out, we suggest keeping the surrounding furniture clean-lined and grounded. Mid-century modern silhouettes pair effortlessly with the 1950s screenprint aesthetic. Low credenzas, tapered wooden legs, and tailored upholstery complement the graphic character without creating visual clutter.

Warm wood tones such as teak, walnut, or honey oak resonate naturally with the earthy orange and golden saffron in the print. For accents and hardware, matte black metal or warm brass fixtures help echo the ink lines and golden hues of the map. Keeping large textiles like rugs and drapery in solid, neutral textures allows the intricate linework of the wallpaper to remain the main visual focus.

Color combinations

The wallpaper is defined by a bold, sunny palette dominated by rich saffron yellow, burnt orange, and warm desert tones, accented with crisp white and dark graphic lines.

When choosing paint for adjoining walls, baseboards, or cabinetry, we like pulling from the softer, neutral elements of the design. A warm cream or soft linen white keeps the room feeling bright and open while letting the saffron tones pop. For a cozier, more tonal feel, muted terracotta, clay, or warm sand on adjacent trim creates a seamless transition into the mural's earthy base. If you prefer higher contrast, deep charcoal or olive accents provide a sharp, grounding counterpoint to the golden warmth.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, we produce our wallpapers made-to-measure based on your specific wall dimensions. Printing each order to your measurements helps reduce unnecessary excess paper compared to buying standard pre-packaged rolls.

All of our mural wallpapers are PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical surface structure that adds depth to the printed artwork. They are designed to be straightforward to hang, giving you a smooth decorating experience whether you are updating your everyday home or styling a seasonal retreat.