Before anyone mentions Matisse, notice what the soft pink does to plaster. The walls in your kitchen or hallway lift, the white paint warms up, and a flat corner suddenly has somewhere to look.

It brings warmth without going loud. The terracotta, sky blue and dusty pink read as sun-on-walls rather than holiday clich, so the room feels lived-in rather than themed.

Hang it where you pass it daily a kitchen wall, a narrow hallway, the side of a sunny bedroom. It rewards short, repeated glances.

Pair with pale oak, rattan, linen, ceramic jugs and a few terracotta pots. A chalky white or off-white wall lets every colour do its job.

Keep nearby art quiet busy florals or bold typography next to it will fight for the same attention. On canvas, the brushwork sits soft and matte against the wall.