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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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1900s William Morris Textile
By William Morris (English)
Located in New York, NY
1900s William Morris Textile
Size: 5'4" × 6'5" (162 × 195 cm)
Category
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
1900s William Morris Botanic Fragment Runner
By William Morris (English)
Located in New York, NY
Authentic 1900s William Morris botanic Fragment Runner
Size: 3'6" × 22'7" (106 × 688 cm)
This outstanding runner was created by the icon of Arts and Crafts rugs sale textile design, ...
Category
Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
Restored Suite of William Morris Richard Norman Shaw Tabard Bench & Armchairs
By William Morris (English), Norman Shaw
Located in GB
We are delighted to this very rare suite of original William Morris Richard Norman Shaw tabard seating with new Morris forest linen upholstery
A...
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
William Morris machine made English carpet Circa 1920
By William Morris (English)
Located in New York, NY
William Morris machine made English carpet Circa 1920
Size: 12'7" × 14'1" (383 × 429 cm)
A second quarter 20th century English carpet in the style of William Morris in the famous tulip design on a greenish-blue field and border and stylized flowers in yellows, beiges, greens, and pinks.
Although developed at the beginning of the 20th century, Arts and Crafts carpets are absolutely applicable in contemporary interiors. It can be attributed to their balanced and utterly tasteful designs which have the power of transcending time and ever-changing fashions. This is why, an arts and crafts vintage...
Category
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
PAIR OF RESTORED ANTiQUE WILLIAM MORRIS FOREST CLAW & BALL WINGBACK ARMCHAIRS
By William Morris (English)
Located in GB
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
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