Wallpaper - Bold Butterfly II

Our Bold Butterfly II wallpaper presents an expressive, painted-looking moth or butterfly centered against a deep, dark ground. Created in collaboration with artist Farida Zaman, the motif highlights textured brushwork across the wings, layering warm ochre, sunny yellow, vibrant orange, and soft white spots over muted taupe and brown tones. The painterly brushstrokes give the wings a sense of depth and movement, making the central insect a distinct focal point. Produced as custom made-to-measure mural wallpapers on PVC-free paper with a subtle physical paper structure, our wallpaper is designed to be straightforward to hang while bringing an artistic statement to your space.

In the room

Because the composition centers around a single striking motif set against a dark backdrop, we see this working exceptionally well as an accent wall in an entryway, dining room, or library. On a relatively uninterrupted wall, such as behind a bed in a guest room or along a study wall, the bold scale of the wings creates immediate visual character. In a powder room or compact home office, wrapping the space in this deeper palette can create an intimate, cocooning atmosphere without feeling overcrowded, letting the bright wing markings stand out against the shadowy background.

Styling it

To balance the dramatic contrast of the dark background and warm brushwork, we suggest pairing this design with furnishings that have simple silhouettes and rich, grounded finishes. Darker wood furniture, such as walnut or deep stained oak, complements the painterly brown tones naturally, while brushed brass or antique bronze accents can pick up the warm yellow and orange highlights. Keep surrounding textiles relatively understated in solid, woven neutrals like warm oatmeal or charcoal to give the wallpaper pride of place.

Color combinations

The wallpaper palette is defined by a deep black-brown ground, taupe undertones, and vivid dabs of marigold yellow, burnt orange, and crisp white. For surrounding walls, trim, and cabinetry, we recommend working with warm off-whites, creamy linen tones, or deep espresso browns to maintain a cohesive, heritage-inspired mood. If you want to introduce a subtle accent color nearby, a muted terracotta or dusty mustard drawn directly from the wing pattern will tie the entire room together.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure to fit your exact wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess material during installation. We produce our wall murals on PVC-free material featuring a subtle physical surface structure in the paper. Designed to be straightforward to install, our wallpapers offer versatile decorating options suited for both homeowners and renters looking to transform their interiors.