The Robber Bridegroom 1922

"The Robber Bridegroom" is an illustration by Walter Crane, a prominent figure in the Arts and Crafts movement, dating back to 1922. This black and white illustration depicts a woman in a long dress, about to enter a doorway. The scene is framed within a decorative border with an inscription that reads "Turn back, turn back, thou pretty bride, Within this house thou must not bide, For here do evil things betide." The detailed line work and the narrative imagery, combined with the use of symbolism, showcase Crane's artistic style and reflect the aesthetic ideals of the Arts and Crafts movement.