Wallpaper - Old map of Europe, 1570

Our Old map of Europe, 1570 wallpaper brings historical cartography into the interior with remarkable visual clarity. Created by cartographer Abraham Ortelius, this classic map mural captures the continent in rich detail, featuring Renaissance-era place names, sailing vessels, sea monsters, and an ornate title cartouche depicting Europa. The deep blue and navy ocean tones balance the aged parchment yellows, soft greens, and warm red borders, creating an intricate composition that draws the eye across every shoreline. Like all our wallpapers, this design is made to measure and printed on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure.

In the room

Because of the density of fine linework and lettering, we see this wall mural working especially well on a wide, uninterrupted wall where the full continental spread can unfold. It makes a natural focal point in a home office, library, or study, placed behind a desk or reading area where you can appreciate the historical details up close.

In a spacious living room or dining room, our mural wallpaper adds depth and a classic atmosphere as an accent wall. Giving the map room to breathe without tall bookcases or high-backed furniture blocking the central landmass allows the geographic contours and maritime illustrations to anchor the entire space.

Styling it

The rich, antique look of the map pairs naturally with traditional, heritage, and eclectic interior styles. To let the intricate cartography stand out, we suggest keeping surrounding large surfaces relatively calm.

• Pair with warm, dark wood furniture such as walnut, mahogany, or dark-stained oak to complement the aged tones and Renaissance heritage of the artwork.
• Incorporate simple brass, antique bronze, or blackened metal accents in light fixtures and desk hardware to echo the map's historic character without adding visual clutter.
• Choose understated, solid textiles in deep navy, forest green, or natural linen to ground the seating area while letting the wallpaper carry the decorative focus.

Color combinations

The design is built around a warm antique base with deep navy and slate blue seas, accented by muted forest greens, warm ochre, and fine red borders.

When planning the surrounding room, deep navy blue or muted slate on adjacent walls or trim creates a cohesive, enveloping atmosphere that highlights the ocean tones. If you prefer a lighter, more open feel, warm ivory, antique cream, or soft parchment tones seamlessly echo the land areas. Rich oxblood or muted terracotta can also be introduced in small upholstery details or leather accents to mirror the decorative borders.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, all our wallpapers are made to measure based on your specific wall dimensions. Producing each order to your exact measurements helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared to standard rolls.

Our wallpapers are PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical structure that gives a refined finish on the wall. They are designed to be straightforward and easy to hang, making it simple to transform your interior with confidence.