Acanthus was designed back in the 1850s by KÃ¥bergs Tapetfabrik using the block printing technique. It began to be mass produced in the late 1960s. Acanthus is a striking plant with stately spires of flowers and has long been a favourite and popular motif for designs. We are now giving it a new lease of life in six colour schemes, one in a gorgeous shade of deep red and one a luxurious rendition in gold. Simply pick and choose!