Discover National Trust Papers IV
National Trust Papers IV is our fourth instalment of authentic wallpapers designed in partnership with the National Trust. This versatile collection features historic wallpapers, allowing you to find the perfect design for your next project. From contemporary trails to classic floral prints, the collection presents colourways that harmoniously complement the Little Greene palette…
What is the design process behind National Trust Papers IV?
Through our unique partnership with the National Trust, each design takes inspiration from original patterns found at historic houses. The source material spans 250 years of British decoration, featuring designs discovered in National Trust properties across the UK. These properties encompass the finest Arts & Crafts estates and unusual locations, like attics believed to be former staff rooms.
Complementing the wallpapers, the judicious use of colour brings a contemporary nuance and breathes life into these historic designs. Therefore, you can use National Trust Papers IV with confidence in the modern home.
Our Creative Director, Ruth, writes: “Working with the National Trust to uncover and revive these incredible historic designs is a real honour for us all at Little Greene. Designs within this collection date back to 1770, yet still endure, feeling fresh and relevant today. Showcasing these historic patterns in their new colourways in contemporary spaces and modern design schemes has reinvigorated them, ensuring they can be enjoyed for years to come.”
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Aderyn – c. 1770
A hand-printed Chinese print wallpaper, decorated with exquisite birds and flowers.
Wallpaper: Aderyn - Olive Colour, Dado panel: Obsidian Green, Ceiling: Sage Green, Doors: Olive Colour
Wallpaper: Aderyn – French Grey, Woodwork including door: Slaked Lime, Picture rail: French Grey - Dark
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Elements have been taken from the original to create a versatile and contemporary bird and floral trail, in five glorious colourways.
Capricorn – early 19th century
A bold tropical wallpaper mural, featuring a large print of tropical trees, monkeys and birds.
Wallpaper: Capricorn– Boringdon, Cornice & ceiling: Slaked Lime, Baseboard/trim: Elysian Ground, Fireplace: Baluster
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Produced in one neutral and three colourful variations, this paper is designed to bring dynamism and interest to any interior.
Bamboo Floral – c. 1790
A repeating pattern botanical wallpaper featuring contrasting colours to accentuate the floral design.
Wallpaper: Bamboo Floral – Heat, Baseboard: Air Force Blue, Wall: China Clay, Ceiling: Shirting
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Reshaped into a repeating pattern for the modern interior, this design has been surface-printed and produced in five fresh colourways, with a contemporary pop of colour on each.
Spring Flowers – c. 1910
An Arts & Crafts wallpaper pattern featuring a repeating small floral design.
Wallpaper: Spring Flowers – Bombolone, Shelving: Bombolone (outer), Affogato (inner)
Wallpaper: Spring Flowers – Garden and Spring Flowers – Portland Stone, Door frame: Portland Stone - Pale, Window frame: Garden, Cabinet doors: Hopper
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The surviving piece of this paper is in a monochromatic colourway of blue and white, but otherwise little is known about the history of this specific design. Now coloured in six differing ways, it is offered in two gentle neutrals and on four stronger grounds.
Burges Butterfly – c. 1878
A playful wallpaper, featuring a charming butterfly and flower pattern, influenced by Mediaeval Europe and Asian-influenced design.
Wallpaper: Burges Butterfly – Hicks’ Blue, Panelling: Hicks’ Blue, Window Trim: Boringdon Green, Ceiling stripes: Slaked Lime & Hicks’ Blue
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This fun, charming paper has been faithfully reproduced in five contemporary, surface-printed colourways.
Mosaic Trail – c.1885
A sophisticated floral trail wallpaper, replicating a tiled mosaic.
Wallpaper: Mosaic Trail – Blush, Ceiling & cornice: Slaked Lime - Mid, Trim: Nether Red, Stairs: Obsidian Green, Rear wall: French Grey
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The design has been reproduced to reflect the original in four smart, graduated colourways, surface printed to replicate the mosaic effect and to enhance the texture and tonal variation of the colours.
Ditsy Block – c.1900
A surface-printed wallpaper, featuring a stylised repeated pattern of bold flowers.
Wallpaper: Ditsy Block – Bombolone, Ceiling: Bombolone, Wall, Baseboard & Window Trim Light Bronze Green, Cabinets: Chocolate Colour
Wallpaper: Ditsy Block – Green Verditer, Baseboard: Trumpet, Cornice: Mid Azure Green, Wall & Ceiling: Green Stone - Pale
Wallpaper: Ditsy Block – Phthalo, Dado panel & doors: Obsidian Green
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Produced in six contemporary colourways, this design has been surface-printed to authentically reflect its original manufacturing method.
Great Ormond St Wallpaper c. 1890: Recoloured and revived from the Little Greene archive
To complete the collection, we have revived our much-loved Great Ormond St wallpaper, presenting two brand-new colourways. These colourways combine perfectly with a selection of Little Greene shades.
Wallpaper: Great Ormond St. – Galette, Door, architrave, skirting: Serpentine, Picture Rail: Tuscan Red, Chair: Bronze Red
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With the addition of Carmine and Galette, this beloved wallpaper is now available in seven, surface-printed colourways.
Explore our complete National Trust Papers collections or browse wallpaper by style, colour or period.
