Big Frog by Matsumoto Hoji Canvas Print

Big Frog by Matsumoto Hoji Canvas PrintEven the linen in here starts looking expensive next to dark, inky black. The frog stares back with a deadpan grump, printed on warm off white paper that reads like aged Japanese stock. Hung up, it pulls a room together a tiny bit of humour against your quieter furniture, without ever shouting. Works above a small desk, in a narrow hallway, beside a kitchen shelf, or over a low bench in the entryway. Pairs happily with pale oak, dark walnut, black

Hiroshi Nagai-inspired illustration knew how to charm a room — and how to cut

the cream softens a cool one

or the whole wall starts to compete

linen and terracotta pottery

all on a blue checked cloth

A simple oak or black frame keeps the focus on the colour

Put it up and the room reads as travelled and a bit playful

a kids' bedroom

and a black or brown frame gives the brushwork the edge it deserves

soft pink and turquoise outlines

The trees sit in mustard

Pair with oak cabinetry