Wallpaper - Shakespeare Classics II

Created by Omar Escalante, our Shakespeare Classics II wallpaper brings a bold, graphic theater aesthetic to the wall. The design features a striking poster-style layout centered on a stark white skull held aloft by a silhouette of a black-gloved hand, set against a rich purple painted-look backdrop. Anchored by the title "HAMLET" at the top and the classic quote "THOUGH THIS BE MADNESS, YET THERE IS METHOD IN'T" along the bottom, this mural wallpaper offers a dramatic focal point with strong literary character. Like all our wallpapers, it is custom made-to-measure on PVC-free paper with a subtle paper texture, making it straightforward to hang.

In the room

Because of its poster-like structure and centered focal motif, we see this wall mural working particularly well on an accent wall where the full composition remains unobstructed. In a home office, library, or reading room, placing it directly behind a desk or between low shelving units allows the central artwork and typography to command attention without being broken up by tall furniture.

The high contrast between the crisp white skull, dark silhouette, and muted purple field also translates well into a modern living room or media space. For smaller spaces or study nooks, giving this wallpaper an uninterrupted feature wall creates depth and visual focus without overwhelming the entire perimeter of the room.

Styling it

When styling around this piece, we recommend keeping surrounding elements clean and intentional so the artwork remains the primary voice in the room.

• Pair with dark-finished or matte black furniture to echo the silhouette in the foreground and ground the graphic contrast.
• Incorporate warm lighting or brass table lamps nearby to soften the dramatic palette and bring out the texture in the purple background.
• Select simple upholstery in neutral charcoal, off-white, or muted plum tones to let the typographic and illustrated elements stand out cleanly.

Color combinations

The artwork relies on a confident palette of saturated dusty purple, solid black, and clean off-white. When choosing paint colors or large furnishings for surrounding walls, deep charcoal, muted aubergine, or soft chalky whites work naturally by continuing the tones established in the motif. If you prefer warmer counterpoints, subtle ochre accents or natural dark walnut tones provide a balanced visual dialogue alongside the purple ground.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure according to your specific wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess paper compared to standard rolls. Every design is printed on PVC-free wallpaper with a subtle physical paper structure that provides a clean, refined finish. Our wall murals are designed to be straightforward and easy to hang, offering flexible solutions for homeowners and renters alike.