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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
STUNNINGLY RESTORED WiLLIAM MORRIS STRAWBERRY THIEF FABRIC WINGBACK ARMCHAIR
By William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning fully restored Victorian Style William Morris Wingback armchair newly upholstered in William M...
Category

20th Century English Victorian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

STUNNINGLY MODERN WILLIAM MORRIS STRAWBERRY THIEF FABRIC WINGBACK ARMCHAiR
By William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning Victorian Style William Morris Wingback armchair upholstered in William Morris Strawberry thie...
Category

20th Century English Victorian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

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

Original William Morris 'Hammersmith' Rug woven 1885
By William Morris (English)
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
The William Morris 'Hammersmith' Carpet - 5'7" x 9'5" is a magnificent piece of British textile history, hand-knotted for Morris & Co. and designed by the renowned artist John ...
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Antique 1880s English Arts and Crafts Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Arts and Crafts Pillows and Throws

Materials

Fabric, Velvet, Cotton

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

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