Pattern Art Prints

The plum blossom has traditionally been used as a symbol of congratulatory occasions and good luck, representing enduring happiness, strength, beau...

The crane is revered as a national treasure in Japan, and has long been seen as a symbol of longevity and good fortune, as it was thought to live f...

The crane is revered as a national treasure in Japan, and has long been seen as a symbol of longevity and good fortune, as it was thought to live f...

Based on a design by English potter and tile designer, William de Morgan (1839–1917). In Greco-Roman mythology, the peacock tail was said to have t...

Chinese painted wall decorations became extremely popular in Europe in the 17th and 18th century. They were used to decorate the “Chinese Room”, a ...

By British textile designer and potter William Morris (1834-1896), who was inspired by the thrush birds that frequently stole the strawberries in t...

Referred as the king of flowers in China, peonies symbolise wealth, prosperity and honour, whilst also serving as a powerful symbol of protection a...

The stitch used in this 18th century Indian embroidery is typical of Gujarat. Between the 16th and 18th century, textiles decorated with this kind ...

The water lily symbolises purity and peace, and also associated with enlightenment as they close up their petals in the evening, and then reopen in...

As it was thought to live for a thousand years, the crane is the ultimate symbol of longevity in Japan. Here, it is paired with the enduring and ev...

Design from a kimono obi belt of waves portrayed using gold and silver metallic threads. The ocean represents strength and life, above which shapes...

British textile designer and potter William Morris (1834-1896). Morris grew roses at Red House, as they were one of his favourite flowers. Roses ap...

From the 14th century, blue and white decorations became extremely popular on Chinese porcelain as the cobalt, the blue pigment, started to be impo...

The morning glory flower was first discovered in China for its medicinal uses and was later introduced to the Japanese who were the first to cultiv...

The illustration from British Wild Flowers in their Natural Colour and Form by the Revd Professor Henslow, captures the spiny elegance and vivid pu...

Trivia: Saekdong, meaning "colourful stripes," symbolises harmony, vitality, and auspiciousness in Korean culture. Red represents passion, white pu...

Symbolic of immortality of the soul and healing, the acanthus is a decorative motif that was highly popular particularly during Greco-Roman times. ...

Quote by British designer William Morris. Written here in the Golden Type Font, developed by Morris in 1890 for Kelmscott Press, where he published...

Quote by British designer William Morris. Written here in the Golden Type Font, developed by Morris in 1890 for Kelmscott Press, where he published...

Quote by British designer William Morris. Written here in the Golden Type Font, developed by Morris in 1890 for Kelmscott Press, where he published...

The anemone flowers close up at night and open back up in the morning, and so they symbolise anticipation, relaxation, and embracing opportunities ...

The cranes symbolise elegance and longevity. The insignia ‘hyungbae’ system displayed the ranks of officials in the Joseon dynasty (1392-1910). The...

Orchids represent beauty and elegance, whilst hummingbirds are associated with vitality and freedom - both good luck symbols. Maurice Pillard Verne...

Bats have sometimes been called “Guardians of the Night”. They symbolise the underworld but also rebirth and return to life. Maurice Pillard Verneu...

Tudor rose pattern, based on a design for an embroidery, designed by British architect and painter, Ernest Geldart (1848–1929). He was ordained a d...

Deer have many meanings across cultures. They are widely recognised as gentle, powerful, and intuitive creatures. Deer also symbolise regeneration ...

Cicadas and lilies have interestingly similar meanings. They are both symbols of life and rebirth, and their symbolism owes respectively to the uni...

The continuous circular pattern represents happiness and luck. The lily and peony flowers, often used in early 20th century Japan, are symbols of b...

Taken from a design of a summer blanket which belonged to a member of the imperial family of Japan. The goldfish symbolises wealth, fortune and goo...

The greatest number of De Morgan’s works are based on flowers, usually in combination with leaves. Here some yellow daisies are used - a flower sym...

Coifs were worn as close-fitting caps. Embroidered patterns like this one, with birds, flowers, and insects were extremely popular in England in th...

The 16th century saw an increasing popularity and availability of printed books. Patterns texts alongside samplers, allowed amateur embroiderers to...

Ivy and flowers from ‘The Garden of Eden’ Tudor embroidery. The ivy, with its ability to cling to any surface, represents love, fidelity, friendshi...

Ivy and flowers from ‘The Garden of Eden’ Tudor embroidery. The ivy, with its ability to cling to any surface, represents love, fidelity, friendshi...

Taken from ‘The Garden of Eden’ embroidery. In Christianity, pomegranates represent prosperity and material wealth. Lemons, represent hope. fertili...