Collection
Metaphor Wall Art
Every design here can be ordered as a custom-size canvas painting (framed, or unframed and rolled), a printed photo frame, or a cork, pin or magnetic board.
Featured designs
Editor’s picks in Metaphor
Metaphorical Fountain Of LifeOpen in Studio ↗"Metaphorical Fountain Of Life" builds its metaphor mood through multicolour tones set against a rhythmic repetition of shapes.
Surreal Crowd Of SnailsOpen in Studio ↗"Surreal Crowd Of Snails" builds its metaphor mood through considered, restrained tones set against dense, edge-to-edge detail.
Metaphoric WomanOpen in Studio ↗"Metaphoric Woman" builds its metaphor mood through considered, restrained tones set against a balanced, centred composition.
Hand With Light BulbOpen in Studio ↗"Hand With Light Bulb" builds its metaphor mood through earthy brown tones set against a rhythmic repetition of shapes.
Underwater Skull Metaphor for Dishonesty & DeceptionOpen in Studio ↗"Underwater Skull Metaphor for Dishonesty & Deception" builds its metaphor mood through considered, restrained tones set against a rhythmic repetition of shapes.
Colour story
What colours actually run through this collection
Counted from the titles and catalogue data of the designs shown here: Multicolour tones lead.
Buying guide & encyclopedia
Metaphor wall art: choosing and sizing
Choosing the right size for your wall
Type the exact width and height you want. A focal piece usually fills two-thirds to three-quarters of the furniture width below it.
Last updated: November 2026
Questions
Metaphor wall art — FAQ
Can I order Metaphor art in a custom size?
Yes. Every Metaphor design is made to order in any width and height, with no minimum order for a single piece.
Which medium is best for Metaphor wall art?
Canvas is the most painterly; a photo-frame print gives a classic glazed look; cork, pin and magnetic boards add everyday use.