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Why was William Morris famous?
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William Morris was famous for his work as an artist. He was well-known for creating beautiful floral-patterned paintings that were turned into textiles and wallpaper. In addition, Morris designed furniture and helped define the Arts and Crafts movement. Also a writer, he penned several books, including News from Nowhere and The Earthly Paradise. Find a range of William Morris art and furniture on 1stDibs.
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Shop for William Morris (English) Furniture on 1stDibs
Vintage Morris Reclining Armchair
By William Morris (English)
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Dimensions: H 37.5” x W 28.5” x D 35” x SH 15”
Morris Reclining armchair, designed by William Morris’s Factory, backrest inclination adjustable by rack system, original upholstery.
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Antique Late 19th Century British Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
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 ...
Category
Antique 1880s English Arts and Crafts Western European Rugs
Materials
Cotton, Wool
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
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
8 Antique George III circa 1830 Thomas Chippendale Dining Chairs William Morris
By William Morris (English), Thomas Chippendale
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
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
