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Why was William Morris famous?
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.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
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 ...
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Vintage 1960s English Art Deco Club Chairs

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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

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Cotton, Wool

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...
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Antique 1830s English Georgian Dining Room Chairs

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Upholstery, Hardwood

Blue and White Ceramic Table Lamp, William Morris Acanthus Shade, Dutch Vintage
By William Morris (English), Delft
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
This blue and white Delft table lamp features a vintage Dutch Delftware vase paired with William Morris's iconic Acanthus botanical pattern from the Arts and Crafts movement. The bes...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Table Lamps

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Brass

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage 1930s William Morris Botanic Rug
By William Morris (English)
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 1930s William Morris Botanic Rug Size: 12'7" × 14'1" (383 × 429 cm) This exquisite vintage rug is a rare and beautifully preserved example of early 20th-century European desi...
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Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Western European Rugs

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Wool

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

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Fabric, Velvet, Cotton

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