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          William Morris Most Popular Paintings

          The 25 artworks by William Morris our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

          Edition 2026 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
          Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide William Morris · 1834 – 1896

          Strawberry Thief, William Morris

          View the most popular artwork of William Morris ranked #1: Strawberry Thief
          1936 · Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland · original 88 x 99 cm

          William Morris's iconic 'Strawberry Thief' textile celebrates thrushes & fruit with intricate indigo-discharge printing. A masterpiece of Arts & Crafts design, showcasing nature and beauty.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 1 of 59 artworks by William Morris
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          The Little Tree (Hammersmith Rug)

          View the most popular artwork of William Morris ranked #2: The Little Tree (Hammersmith Rug)
          1895 · Museum of Applied Arts, Budapest · original 287 x 128 cm

          Discover 'The Little Tree' by William Morris – a stunning Arts & Crafts rug showcasing intricate floral patterns and vibrant colors, reflecting Victorian design and socialist ideals.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 2 of 59 artworks by William Morris
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          William Morris, Snakeshead (1900)

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          1900 · Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland · original 85 x 100 cm

          Explore William Morris's iconic 'Snakeshead' textile design (1876). A vibrant floral pattern showcasing fritillaries & inspired by Indian silks, reflecting the Arts & Crafts movement’s beauty.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 3 of 59 artworks by William Morris
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          Untitled by William Morris

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          1888 · William Morris Gallery, Walthamstow · original 55 x 91 cm

          An intricate floral pattern of yellow and black silk texture defines this Brocatel design by William Morris from 1888, capturing the essence of the Arts and Crafts movement for your exquisite collection.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 4 of 59 artworks by William Morris
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          Untitled by William Morris, 1876

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          1876 · Національний музей декоративних мистецтв Мадрида, Мадрид · original 57 x 962 cm

          Discover William Morris's Pimpernel wallpaper, a beautiful 1876 floral echo blending nature's romance with Japanese elegance; bring this Victorian masterpiece home.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 5 of 59 artworks by William Morris
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          Rose – art print by William Morris

          View the most popular artwork of William Morris ranked #6: Rose
          The Baltimore Museum of Art, Baltimore

          This captivating textile showcases William Morris's signature style, blending natural beauty with romantic narratives. Featuring abundant red roses amidst delicate pinks and yellows, it exemplifies the Arts & Crafts movement’s dedication to craftsmanship and aesthetic excellence.

          Technique
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          No. 6 of 59 artworks by William Morris
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          Untitled

          View the most popular artwork of William Morris ranked #7: Untitled
          1875 · William Morris Gallery, Walthamstow

          Vibrant African marigolds bloom across this lush green and yellow linoleum design by Victorian master William Morris, offering a timeless touch of natural elegance to your home decor collection.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 7 of 59 artworks by William Morris
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          La Belle Iseult – art print by William Morris

          View the most popular artwork of William Morris ranked #8: La Belle Iseult
          1858 · Tate Britain, London · original 71.8 x 50.2cm
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 8 of 59 artworks by William Morris
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          Untitled, 1880, William Morris

          View the most popular artwork of William Morris ranked #9: Untitled
          1880 · William Morris Gallery, Walthamstow · original 101 x 79 cm
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 9 of 59 artworks by William Morris
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          Same size as the original$38079 × 101 cm Commission at original size

          Design for – art print by William Morris

          View the most popular artwork of William Morris ranked #10: Design for
          1881 · William Morris Gallery, Walthamstow · original 66 x 69 cm

          A stunning Arts & Crafts wallpaper design by William Morris (1881), featuring intricate roses, acanthus leaves, and a rich color palette – a timeless masterpiece of Victorian artistry.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 10 of 59 artworks by William Morris
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          Same size as the original$28069 × 66 cm Commission at original size

          Design for, 1862, William Morris

          View the most popular artwork of William Morris ranked #11: Design for
          1862 · William Morris Gallery, Walthamstow · original 66 x 60 cm

          Explore William Morris's stunning trellis wallpaper design from 1862 – a masterpiece of Arts & Crafts aesthetics blending naturalism with meticulous craftsmanship. Discover its influence and enduring beauty.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 11 of 59 artworks by William Morris
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          Same size as the original$26360 × 66 cm Commission at original size

          Decorative Wooden Table with Bird Motif – art print by William Morris

          View the most popular artwork of William Morris ranked #12: Decorative Wooden Table with Bird Motif
          1860 · William Morris Gallery, Walthamstow

          A beautifully crafted Victorian wooden table adorned with stylized birds and floral designs—a testament to William Morris’s Arts & Crafts aesthetic and inspired by his fascination with medieval beauty. #WilliamMorris #VictorianArt #ArtsAndCrafts

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 12 of 59 artworks by William Morris
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          William Morris: Fruit

          View the most popular artwork of William Morris ranked #13: Fruit
          1862
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 13 of 59 artworks by William Morris
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          Petroglyph Vessel, 1987, William Morris

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          1987 · Boca Raton Museum of Art, Boca Raton

          Explore the Arts and Crafts movement's influence on ceramic art with William Morris’s Petroglyph Vessel – a beautifully textured vase blending organic lines and vibrant blues, reds, and yellows.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 14 of 59 artworks by William Morris
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          Design for (1876)

          View the most popular artwork of William Morris ranked #15: Design for
          1876 · William Morris Gallery, Walthamstow · original 58 x 59 cm

          Intricate floral patterns inspired by seventeenth-century lacis work define this exquisite 1876 design by William Morris, offering a timeless touch of Victorian elegance for your collection.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 15 of 59 artworks by William Morris
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          Qui Bien Aime Tard Oublie by William Morris

          View the most popular artwork of William Morris ranked #16: Qui Bien Aime Tard Oublie
          1860 · William Morris Gallery, Walthamstow · original 185 x 66 cm

          A romantic forest scene captured in this exquisite 1860 embroidery by William Morris featuring a woman amidst nature, offering a timeless piece of Pre-Raphaelite inspired elegance for your private collection.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 16 of 59 artworks by William Morris
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          Same size as the original$50366 × 185 cm Commission at original size

          Design for Membland Hall tile panel by William Morris, 1876

          View the most popular artwork of William Morris ranked #17: Design for Membland Hall tile panel
          1876 · William Morris Gallery, Walthamstow · original 167 x 91 cm

          Intricate blue and white floral patterns and delicate birds define this 1876 tile panel design by William Morris, a masterpiece of Arts and Crafts elegance available for your collection.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 17 of 59 artworks by William Morris
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          Honeycomb by William Morris, 1876

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          1876
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          No. 18 of 59 artworks by William Morris
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          Medway – art print by William Morris

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          Flowertile – art print

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          No. 20 of 59 artworks by William Morris
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          William Morris: Design for

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          1875 · William Morris Gallery, Walthamstow · original 52 x 35 cm
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          No. 21 of 59 artworks by William Morris
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          Untitled (768) – art print by William Morris

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          No. 22 of 59 artworks by William Morris
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          Bluewandle by William Morris

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          No. 23 of 59 artworks by William Morris
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          Blueacanthus – art print by William Morris

          View the most popular artwork of William Morris ranked #24: Blueacanthus

          Admire 'Blueacanthus,' a stunning William Morris reproduction! Explore intricate Arts & Crafts design, vibrant blues & greens, and Victorian elegance. Hand-painted art for your space.

          Technique
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          Leaves

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          The artist

          William Morris

          1834 – 1896

          Portrait of William Morris
          Quick facts
          • Mediumstextile
          • Typical colorsneutrals, earthy
          • Top-ranked workStrawberry Thief
          • Copyright statusPublic domain
          • Lifespan62 years
          • Color intensitymonochromatic, balanced
          • Creative periodsmature period
          • Corpus themesarts and crafts movement, medievalism, nature, craftsmanship, socialist ideals
          Biography

          A Life Rooted in Nature and Romance

          William Morris, born on March 24, 1834, in Walthamstow, Essex, emerged from a comfortably affluent middle-class background—a circumstance that afforded him the freedom to pursue passions rather than professions. His father’s success as a financier provided not only security but also an environment where aesthetic sensibilities could flourish. Morris's childhood was deeply shaped by the English countryside surrounding his home and a fascination with tales of medieval chivalry, laying the groundwork for a lifelong devotion to both natural beauty and romantic narratives. These early influences weren’t merely sentimental; they formed the core of his artistic philosophy. He wasn’t simply *inspired* by nature or the past—he believed in their inherent moral and aesthetic superiority to the rapidly industrializing present. His formal education at Oxford University initially steered him toward a clerical path, but it was within the vibrant intellectual circles of the university that his true calling began to take shape. He joined “The Set,” a group of students who shared an intense interest in art, literature, and medieval history, forging friendships—most notably with Edward Burne-Jones—that would profoundly impact his artistic trajectory. It was during this period that he encountered the writings of John Ruskin, whose critique of industrial society and advocacy for craftsmanship resonated deeply with Morris’s burgeoning beliefs.

          The Arts & Crafts Revolution

          Following Oxford, a brief foray into architecture quickly gave way to painting, as Morris collaborated with Dante Gabriel Rossetti on mural projects. However, it was the founding of Morris, Marshall, Faulkner & Co. in 1861—later known simply as Morris & Co.—that marked a pivotal moment, not just in his career but in the history of design. This wasn’t merely a business venture; it was an attempt to create a new way of life, one where art permeated every aspect of daily existence and craftsmanship was valued above all else. Alongside Burne-Jones, Rossetti, Philip Webb, and others, Morris sought to revive traditional techniques and produce beautiful, well-made objects for the home. The firm’s early work was profoundly influenced by Red House, a home Morris commissioned from Webb—a structure that embodied the Arts & Crafts ideal of creating a unified aesthetic environment through handcrafted furnishings and decoration. Morris became a leading voice in the burgeoning Arts & Crafts movement, championing handmade craftsmanship as an antidote to the perceived dehumanizing effects of mass production. He believed passionately that art should be accessible to all, not just the wealthy elite, and that it should be integrated into everyday life—a radical notion at a time when design was often seen as separate from function. This philosophy extended beyond mere aesthetics; it was rooted in a deep social conscience and a desire to improve the lives of working people.

          A Legacy Woven in Textiles, Poetry, and Print

          While Morris & Co. encompassed a wide range of decorative arts—furniture, stained glass, carpets—he is perhaps most celebrated for his textile designs. These weren’t simply patterns; they were intricate narratives woven with flowing floral motifs, lush foliage, and rich, evocative colors. His wallpapers, in particular, revolutionized interior design, moving away from the sterile imitations prevalent during the Victorian era toward nature-inspired creations that were both beautiful and functional. He didn't just *design* these patterns; he immersed himself in the process of their creation, understanding the nuances of dyeing techniques and weaving methods. Beyond textiles, Morris revived the art of tapestry making, producing large-scale narrative tapestries based on medieval romances and Arthurian legends—works that showcased his skill as a storyteller and his deep connection to the past. His creative energy wasn’t confined to the visual arts; he was also a prolific writer, composing poetry, novels, and translations. *The Earthly Paradise* (1868-1870) and *News from Nowhere* (1890) are testaments to his literary talent and his utopian vision of a society rooted in craftsmanship and social justice. In 1890, he founded the Kelmscott Press, a private printing press dedicated to producing high-quality books with beautiful typography and illustrations—a venture that profoundly influenced modern book design.

          Socialism, Conservation, and Enduring Influence

          Morris’s commitment extended beyond aesthetics into the realm of social activism. He became increasingly involved in socialist politics, advocating for workers' rights and social reform. He believed that a truly beautiful society couldn’t exist without economic equality and justice—a conviction that informed both his art and his political writings. This wasn’t abstract theorizing; he actively supported various socialist causes and used his platform to raise awareness about the plight of working people. Furthermore, Morris was a pioneer in conservation, recognizing the importance of preserving historic buildings and landscapes for future generations. He understood that these structures weren't merely relics of the past but vital links to cultural identity and artistic inspiration. The William Morris Gallery in Walthamstow stands as a testament to his enduring legacy, showcasing his work and providing insights into his life and ideas. Today, his designs continue to inspire artists and designers across disciplines. His emphasis on craftsmanship, natural forms, and integrated design has had a lasting impact on interior decoration, textile art, and graphic design. His vision of a world where beauty and utility are intertwined—and where art is accessible to all—remains as relevant today as it was in the 19th century. William Morris wasn’t just an artist; he was a visionary who sought to transform society through the power of design, craftsmanship, and social justice.

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          By the ArtsDot.com Editorial Team Updated Sept. 2, 2026
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