Who created "The Strawberry Thief"?

The Strawberry Thief was created by Morris & Co., (London, England) in designed 1883.

When was "The Strawberry Thief" created?

This artwork was created designed 1883.

What medium is "The Strawberry Thief"?

The Strawberry Thief is printed, dyed & painted textiles.

Is "The Strawberry Thief" in the public domain?

Yes, The Strawberry Thief is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

The Strawberry Thief

Morris & Co., (London, England)

designed 1883

Medium

printed, dyed & painted textiles

Classification

printed, dyed & painted textiles

Department

Smithsonian Collection

Museum

Smithsonian American Art Museum

Credit

Gift of Robert W. Friedel

Accession Number

1951-103-23

About this artwork

Research in Progress

Art Historical Context

**The Strawberry Thief** is a captivating textile design created by Morris & Co., the renowned London-based firm founded by William Morris in 1861. Designed in 1883, this exemplifies the Arts and Crafts movement's ethos, which sought to counter the mechanized ugliness of the Industrial Revolution by reviving medieval-inspired craftsmanship and natural motifs. Morris & Co. specialized in handcrafted wallpapers, textiles, and furnishings, making beauty accessible for homes and interiors. Printed, dyed, and painted by hand, the fabric showcases intricate techniques like woodblock printing and na...

About the Artist

Morris & Co., (London, England) ( ) · 1770 –1815

active ca. 1770–1815

The Strawberry Thief

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