William Morris Strawberry Thief Grey Pillow

A sumptuous design that is instantly recognizable as the work of William Morris designs; it reproduces an original tapestry piece of his created in the 19th century called Strawberry Thief, also known as William Morris birds. It depicts a story of why the juicy, ripe strawberries are always disappearing in the garden. The witty eyes of the birds tell all.

• This tapestry cushion makes the perfect scatter cushion for a modern finish and is a welcome addition in any home
• Double sided tapestry cushion with a piped edge. The artwork is represented on both sides
• Concealed zip on one end to allow pad to be removed for washing or replacement

Size: 18in x 18in

Practiced for thousands of years, the art of tapestry making is woven into a diverse range of cultures around the world. In Europe, tapestry has a long history dating back to the middle-ages when tapestries combined practical, social and aesthetic functions; helping to keep out drafts in chilly medieval castles and baronial halls as well as communicating stories of myth, morality and religion in times when few people were able to read.

While the nature of design themes and the materials used vary across cultures and over time, the process of tapestry weaving has remained largely unchanged for millennia. By weaving interlocking threads, the artist is able to interpret designs with unique results and produce images with a textural dimension – very different from a painting or a photograph.  

Alongside painting, sculpture and architecture, tapestry remains one of the most important visual arts – still flourishing today as new generations of artists use the medium to create contemporary designs.