Wallpaper - Cat Nap in Sunshine

Cat Nap in Sunshine by Kate Jarvik Birch captures a striped tabby cat curled peacefully asleep on a patterned armchair. Rich brushstrokes, expressive gouache-like painted textures, and bold contrasts give the composition an intimate, handcrafted warmth. The cat's soft white and gray coat with dark stripes rests against a backdrop of deep forest green foliage patterns and vibrant red upholstery. Made-to-measure on our PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, this wallpaper brings an artistic, cozy focal point to interior walls.

In the room

Because of its painterly focus and central figurative composition, we especially like this design as an accent feature wall in spaces meant for comfort and quiet leisure. In a living room, library, or den, placing this wall mural on a main feature wall behind a reading sofa or low seating area allows the painted character of the artwork to anchor the entire room. It also works beautifully in a bedroom, study, or home office where the rich forest green tones and warm subject matter bring a grounding presence. For smaller, enclosed spaces like a guest room or cozy reading nook, the scale of the motif creates an inviting, enveloping atmosphere.

Styling it

To let the expressive brushwork and rich colors take center stage, we recommend pairing this design with furniture that leans into classic cottage, eclectic, or relaxed mid-century aesthetics. Natural warm wood tones such as walnut, teak, or vintage pine harmonize effortlessly with the organic feel of the painting. Keep adjacent upholstery and large textiles relatively calm, choosing textured solids or subtle weaves rather than competing heavy patterns so the mural wallpaper remains the visual hero of the space.

Colour combinations

The artwork centers on deep forest greens, soft leafy olive tones, bold berry reds, and muted pinks, balanced by the cool charcoal, slate gray, and crisp white of the sleeping cat. When choosing paint colors for surrounding walls, woodwork, or built-in shelving, pulling out an earthy sage or muted olive green creates a cohesive, wrap-around feel. Alternatively, pairing the mural with soft off-white or cream trim keeps the room light while allowing the deeper reds and greens in the wallpaper to stand out distinctly.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, all of our wallpapers and wall murals are made-to-measure based on your exact wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess paper compared to standard rolls. Our wallpapers are PVC-free, printed on paper with a subtle physical structure, and designed to be straightforward and easy to hang. We offer wallpaper solutions suited to different homes, living situations, and interior projects.