Celebrate nature in its purest form with these charming accessories inspired by old-school botanical illustrations.
1 Two by two
Andrew Martin’s Ark wallpaper features everything from camels to elephants and exotic birds, all sketched out in painstaking detail. Part of the company’s Museum collection, it comes in 10-metre rolls and in three different colourways: cloud, parchment and sand. We think it would make a perfect backdrop to a study or library area.
• Ark wallpaper, Dh345 per roll, Andrew Martin, DIFC
2 Explorative tapestry
Vivienne Westwood’s Adventure wall hanging was inspired by the designer’s 2001 spring/summer collection, Exploration, which, the designer says, focused on “understanding and exploring the world around you through the discovery of natural history, science and literature”. The handmade Aubusson-wool tapestry measures 125 centimetres square and is stretched across a wooden frame.
• Adventure wall hanging, Dh17,016, The Rug Company, DIFC
3 Fishy frame
This antique-looking print illustrates the internal and external features of two intriguing-looking fish. The scientific drawings are set on cream paper, with faded French and Latin text adding an extra touch of authenticity. This would make a great addition to a nautical theme — or a quirky feature in a guest bathroom.
• Antique Fish Illustrations, Dh261, www.artisanti.com
4 Flying high
We love the stark simplicity of this monochrome cushion from Sweetpea and Willow, which features four delicate butterflies, or “colourful moths”, set against a pinstripe background. Made of cotton and measuring 40 centimetres square, it would strikingly complement a neutral sofa.
• Madison Butterfly Cushion, Dh680 for a pair, www.sweetpeaandwillow.com
5 Changing colours
This wall deco from The One features a chameleon, which we will admit is something of an odd-looking creature — but that just makes this delicately drawn illustration all the more interesting to look at, in our book.
• Lizard Wall Deco, Dh299, The One stores nationwide
