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What was William Morris famous for?
William Morris was famous for his work as a designer. During the Victorian era, his intricate floral prints appeared on wallpaper and textiles and set interior design trends. Morris' work helped define the Arts and Crafts Movement. He was also a mathematician and a well-known poet. On 1stDibs, find a variety of William Morris pieces.
1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
Vintage Wing Chair and Ottoman in William Morris Strawberry Thief Cotton Fabric
By William Morris (English)
Located in Morristown, NJ
A vintage, roomy wingback armchair and ottoman reupholstered in the iconic "Strawberry Thief" pattern crafted in the United Kingdom and created by renowned Arts & Crafts textile desi...
Category

Vintage 1950s American Queen Anne Armchairs

Materials

Cotton, Wood, Upholstery

Arts and Crafts Style William Morris Pillow/Cushion Reinterpreted Ben Pentreath
By Morris & Co., William Morris (English)
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

Fabric, Velvet, Cotton

ViNTAGE WILLIAM MORRIS FOREST VELVET 1960'S CLUB ARMCHAIR WITH FEATHER CUSHIONS
By William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning lightly restored circa 1960's club armchair with William Morris Forest Linen upholstery which ...
Category

Vintage 1960s English Art Deco Club Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Jerk Werkmäster, Scandinavian ceramic table lamp, Nittsjö, Sweden, 1940s
By William Morris (English), Nittsjo Keramik, Jerk Werkmaster, Nittsjo
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

PAIR OF RESTORED ANTiQUE WILLIAM MORRIS FOREST CLAW & BALL WINGBACK ARMCHAIRS
By William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of fully restored early Victorian circa 1840 William Morris Wingback armchairs with hand ...
Category

Antique 1840s English Early Victorian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

8 Antique George III circa 1830 Thomas Chippendale Dining Chairs William Morris
By Thomas Chippendale, William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this suite of eight period George III circa 1830 hand made in England Mahogany dining chairs after Thomas Chippendale with William Morris removeable seat co...
Category

Antique 1830s English Georgian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

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