Metropolitan Museum of Art, Wm. Morris "Strawberry Thief" Covered Mug with Tea Infuser in Gift Box

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Metropolitan Museum of Art, Wm. Morris "Strawberry Thief" Covered Mug with Tea Infuser in Gift Box, 10.5 oz
The inspiration for this design was William Morris's country home, Kelmscott Manor, where a community of thieving thrushes would pluck the strawberries from his garden.

Enjoy this celebrated motif at home with this Metropolitan Museum tea-infusing covered mug.

Matching kitchen / tea towel available. (sold separately)  Pimpernel Strawberry Thief placemats, coasters, tote bag, lacquer picture frames, and trays also available.

Specifications

  • Includes lid & stainless steel infuser
  • Porcelain
  • 4 1/4''H
  • Holds 10.5 ounces
  • Mug is dishwasher and microwave safe; hand wash infuser and do not microwave
  • Gift boxed

About the "Strawberry Thief" Design
Registered in 1883 and printed about 1917–23 at Merton Abbey Tapestry Works (British, founded 1881), Strawberry Thief is one of William Morris's (British, 1834–1896) most iconic creations. The inspiration for this kaleidoscopic textile in the Museum's holdings was derived from the designer's country home, Kelmscott Manor, where a community of thieving thrushes would pluck the strawberries from his garden.