William Morris: Strawberry Thief (1883) Arts and Crafts Textile Print

Invite the timeless beauty of Kelmscott Manor into your home. This museum-quality Giclée reproduction features William Morris’s 1883 masterpiece, Strawberry Thief, a pinnacle of 19th-century decorative art.

Designed in 1883, Strawberry Thief represents William Morris's genius for turning observation of the natural world into sophisticated ornamentation. This pattern was a breakthrough for Morris & Co., utilizing the ancient indigo-discharge printing technique to achieve its rich, saturated tones. Morris’s philosophy—that one should have nothing in their home that is not 'useful or beautiful'—is perfectly embodied here. The playful narrative of the garden birds combined with the formal symmetry of the Arts and Crafts style creates a work that is both whimsical and deeply grounded in classical tradition. It remains the ultimate expression of Victorian maximalism and a celebration of the English countryside.

Morris’s original textiles are renowned for their incredible depth of color. Our archival Giclée print is digitally mastered to preserve the intense indigo base, the vibrant 'strawberry' reds, and the intricate leaf textures of the 1883 original. Printed on premium matte art paper, it ensures the lush complexity and historical authenticity of Morris’s vision remain a stunning focal point in your space.

A quintessential Statement Piece for a cozy library, a sophisticated dining room, or a gallery wall dedicated to the masters of pattern. This Strawberry Thief Print is an exceptional gift for interior designers, textile historians, and lovers of heritage decor.

Find out more about William Morris' iconic legacy here - The Radical Vision of William Morris: Artist, Activist, and Father of Modern Design

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