Wallpaper - Howdy From New York - Screenprint Postcard

Created in the unmistakable style of mid-century Americana by The Tichnor Brothers, our Howdy From New York wallpaper captures the lively spirit of the city through a nostalgic screenprint aesthetic. The composition splits into two iconic vantage points, divided diagonally by a bold yellow banner with red block lettering. Above, the Statue of Liberty overlooks Liberty Island and deep blue harbor waters. Below, a bustling street scene unfolds with vintage cars, vibrant theater marquees, and classic architecture. Printed as made-to-measure, PVC-free mural wallpapers with a subtle physical paper structure, this design brings graphic energy and vintage character to any accent wall.

In the room

Because the design features strong diagonal movement and rich graphic detail, we find it works best on an uninterrupted feature wall where the full postcard composition can be appreciated without tall obstructions. In a living room, placing this mural behind a low-backed sofa or along a main entertaining wall allows the vibrant cityscape and aerial harbor view to anchor the space. It is equally fitting for a relaxed den or vacation home looking to introduce a playful mid-century mood. For rooms with standard ceiling heights, the bold framing of the banner creates a dynamic focal point that draws the eye across the entire width of the wall.

Styling it

To balance the energetic print and colorful palette of our wall murals, we recommend pairing this design with furniture that has clean, mid-century or retro lines. Simple wooden pieces in warm walnut or medium oak ground the vintage aesthetic without competing with the busy street scene. Keep surrounding decorative elements intentional and relatively quiet, allowing the architectural details and bright lettering of the wallpaper to serve as the primary visual interest in the room. Matte metal hardware or streamlined industrial lighting fixtures also complement the vintage Americana character nicely.

Color combinations

The wallpaper centers around a high-contrast palette of bright canary yellow, primary red, lawn green, and warm terracotta brick tones, balanced by slate blue water and soft urban grays. For adjacent walls, we suggest pulling out the softer background tones such as a muted warm gray, crisp off-white, or a light parchment shade to keep the room open and grounded. If you prefer a richer accent color for trim or surrounding cabinetry, a deep navy blue or a subtle brick red echoes the colors found in the harbor and vintage facades.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, we produce our wallpapers made-to-measure based on your exact wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess paper compared to standard rolls. All of our wallpapers are PVC-free and feature a subtle physical paper structure that provides a clean, refined finish. Designed to be straightforward to hang, our wall murals offer versatile decorating solutions tailored to fit your home and living space.