On the Wall · The Wall Shawl

Sized to your room.

Shown on a 10 ft × 8 ft wall · figure 5′7″ for scale — enter your wall above to see yours.

The Print

The specifications.

PaperNon-woven paste-the-wall substrate, 240 gsm, matt finish
InkPremium odour-free, eco-friendly inks · wide colour gamut · UV-stable, lightfast
DesignerOriginal design by Akanksha & the Wall Shawl design team
SizingMade to your wall measurements
OriginDesigned in-studio and printed to order
Lead timePrinted to order · dispatched in 3–5 working days
The Composition

What the mural describes.

Behold a vast expanse of botanical artistry, where the ancient technique of pietra dura blossoms across your walls. Each panel reveals a masterpiece of stone inlay, a flowering plant emerging from a simple vase – the signature guldasta motif of Mughal design. Carnelian transforms into the blush of poppies, malachite unfurls as verdant leaves, lapis lazuli forms the delicate petals of cornflowers, and mother-of-pearl renders the soft glow of lily petals. The plant before you is an exuberant mandala of stone, its branches radiating in perfect radial symmetry, a central bloom flanked by smaller companions, every space filled with precisely cut leaves and buds.

This precious, luminous, and precise design finds its perfect home in an intimate powder room or a tranquil bathroom, transforming the space into a sanctuary of enduring beauty. Every mural is printed to your wall's precise measurements on matt non-woven paste-the-wall paper, supplied as numbered drop panels for a seamless installation.

  • Made to your wall's exact measurements
  • Supplied as numbered drop panels
  • Matt non-woven paper for a luxurious finish
  • Paste-the-wall for easy installation
  • Rich, vibrant colour reproduction
  • Durable and long-lasting design
  • Transforms your space with timeless artistry
How It Arrives

A roll, a paste, a named hanger.

Each mural is printed to the exact measurements you submit — width, height, and drop — then supplied as sequentially numbered panels, ready to hang in order. Paste system: standard overlap paste, seams pattern-matched. No trimming required.

We work with a trusted network of specialist paperhangers. At the order stage we can introduce a recommended installer in your area — or supply full installation notes for your own hanger.

Questions

Asked of the studio.

What is pietra dura?

Pietra dura, or parchin kari, is an intricate inlay technique where precisely cut, polished stones are fitted together, forming images, often floral, against a contrasting ground, typically marble. It is famously seen in the Taj Mahal.

Can this mural be cleaned?

Yes, our matt non-woven wallpaper can be gently wiped clean with a soft, damp cloth. Avoid abrasive cleaners or excessive scrubbing to preserve the integrity of the print.

Lineage

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