William Morris Strawberry Thief sketchbook
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Featuring William Morris' beloved Strawberry Thief pattern, this clothbound sketchbook is complete with a bright red ribbon bookmark, an elastic closure, and a storage pocket, making it as practical as it is beautiful.
Morris was inspired to draw this design after finding thrushes stealing fruit in his garden. Produced as a printed cotton furnishing textile in 1883, it became one of Morris & Co.'s most commercially successful fabrics and is now his most recognisable design.
The Strawberry Thief, William Morris (1834-96)
Block-printed cotton
London, England, 1883
© Victoria and Albert Museum, London
Author/Artist/Designer
William MorrisDimensions
A5, 21.7 x 15.4 cm
Composition
Organic cottong wrapped hardback cover, bookmark ribbon. 240 lined pages
Colour
Blue
Red
Product code
170810
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William Morris
Textile designer, writer and social pioneer, William Morris and his work have long been associated with the V&A. In 1865, his company was commissioned to design the West Dining Room at the museum, which features early examples of a number of the organic patterns that would make his name. Born in Walthamstow in 1836, Morris was captivated by nature from childhood, spending much of his time exploring Epping Forest and the surrounding countryside. These themes informed much of his textile design, and his mastery of pattern ensured an enduring appeal.