Messina Coast in Bloom Canvas Print

Messina Coast in Bloom Canvas PrintSeen beside pale linen, the Italian coast scene loses nostalgia and gains grit. It stops being a postcard and starts holding its own as a piece of art on the wall. Hang it in a living room or hallway that runs a bit too neutral, and the room warms up immediately the deep blue sea, terracotta roofs and pink foliage do most of the work. Best on a clear wall above a sideboard, a low sofa or a console, with at least a hand's width of breathing room either

over a low sofa

or a console in a hallway you actually pause in

The dark background settles things down

black metal lamps and stoneware in earthy tones

It brings warmth and personality to a kitchen without shouting

Keep the surrounding styling quiet: a single ceramic

and the two balance each other out

woven rush and ceramics in cream or sage — anything heavy or glossy will fight it

and the cursive 'Lucky girl' lands the message without fuss

dark squares and small flashes of deep red

slightly matte texture that suits the snowy palette

Three loose daisy-shaped blooms in warm peach and cream sit among soft sage leaves