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What was William Morris' style?
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William Morris's style was Arts and Crafts. In fact, the designer was responsible for helping to define and develop the style. The history of Arts and Crafts design has roots in 1860s England, with an emphasis on natural motifs and simple flourishes. Morris became known for reviving historical techniques such as embroidery and printed fabrics in his furnishings and influenced American Arts and Crafts designers like Gustav Stickley. Shop a selection of William Morris furniture on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
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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
Fabric, Velvet, Cotton
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
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
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
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
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
