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What is William Morris’s most famous piece?
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Opinions vary as to what William Morris's most famous piece is. However, art historians generally agree that the British designer's intricate floral motifs were a landmark in 19th-century design. Some contenders for the title of "most famous" work by Morris include the decorative patterns Lodden, Branch, Four Fruits, Marigold, Chrysanthemum and Larkspur. Explore a selection of William Morris art on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
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19th Century 'Sussex Chair' designed by Philip Webb for William Morris & co.
By William Morris (English)
Located in London, GB
Rush-seated armchair in turned, ebonised wood frame and rush seat. In lovely original condition, the ebonised frame rubbed back to reveal the richly patinated wooden frame.
Retains ...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Arts and Crafts Chairs
Materials
Rush, Ash
Arts and Crafts Style William Morris Pillow/Cushion Reinterpreted Ben Pentreath
By William Morris (English), Morris & Co.
Located in London, GB
We love this amazing interpretation of the Willow Bough fabric, originally designed by William Morris in 1887. Coloured by Ben Pentreath, richly saturate...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Arts and Crafts Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton, Fabric, Velvet
William Morris Hand-Blocked Sunflower Wallpaper Panel
By William Morris (English)
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A 'Sunflower' pattern wallpaper panel designed by William Morris in 1879 and printed by Arthur Sanderson & Sons circa 1960 in a brilliant red and olive colorway.
First designed in 1879, the William Morris ‘Sunflower’ wallpaper pattern has lasting appeal and has been printed for many generations of wallpaper enthusiasts. The sunflower as a design motif became extremely popular in the late 19th century in conjunction with the Arts & Crafts and Aesthetic Movements, which looked to nature for design inspiration. In 1940, Morris & Co. closed and their woodblocks and designs were acquired by Arthur Sanderson & Sons, who continues to print the wallpapers even today. This edition of the ‘Sunflower’ wallpaper was printed in the mid-20th century and features a vibrant red and olive colorway, a far cry from the natural palette of Morris’s original design.
Dimensions: 52 3/8 in. H x 21 1/4 in. W (133.2 cm H x 54.2 cm W)
Condition: Very good. Paper with slight warping. Framing prong overlaps wallpaper in two areas (see image). Not examined out of frame.
References:
Smithsonian, Cooper Hewitt, 1977-28-15-a/f
William Morris Gallery...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Arts and Crafts Wallpaper
Materials
Paper
EIGHT ORIGINAL ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN WILLIAM MORRIS PHILIP WEBB SUSSEX DINING CHAIRS
By William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely very rare and collectable suite of eight original William Morris, Philip Webb, Rush seat Sussex ...
Category
Antique 1870s English High Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rush, Rope, Beech
$15,836 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Jerk Werkmäster, Scandinavian ceramic table lamp, Nittsjö, Sweden, 1940s
By Jerk Werkmaster, Nittsjo, William Morris (English), Nittsjo Keramik
Located in Forserum, SE
An exquisite table lamp designed by Jerk Werkmäster circa 1940 for the Swedish ceramics studio Nittsjö. The base is crafted from cream-glazed earthenware and features a delicate flor...
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Philip Webb for Morris & Co. Aesthetic Movement Ebonised Settee with Bobbins
By William Morris (English), Philip Webb
Located in London, GB
Philip Webb for Morris, Marshall, Faulkner & Co. The firm became Morris & Co in 1875.
A rare Aesthetic Movement Ebonised Settee.
Professionally re-upholstered in period-style fabric....
Category
Antique 1860s English Aesthetic Movement Settees
Materials
Beech
$19,659 Sale Price
34% Off