Antique Morris

While England and the rest of Europe were under the spell of William Morris who fathered the arts and crafts movement, Rörstrand was transforming their craft into fine art.

Antique bird egg colour woodblock , 1880, from Francis Orpen Morris’, 'A Natural History of the Nests & Eggs of British Birds', 1875.

Antique bird egg colour woodblock , 1880, from Francis Orpen Morris’, 'A Natural History of the Nests & Eggs of British Birds', 1875.

Antique bird egg colour woodblock , 1880, from Francis Orpen Morris’, 'A Natural History of the Nests & Eggs of British Birds', 1875.

In an era reacting against industrialization, artisans and reformers like William Morris advocated for handmade, nature-inspired works using traditional craft techniques.

These prints originate from 'A History of British Birds' by Rev. Franis Orpen Morris. Published circa 1860.

In 1858 he moved to Newport, Rhode Island to study with William Morris Hunt. There he met Henry James and his brother William, who were also studying with Hunt.

We would like to thank Professor Liz Prettejohn for her opinion on the present the work, which she deemed ‘a classic example to me, on brown paper (as is typical for drawings of this...

This work is part of a print suite realized for F. O. Morris after drawings by Richard Alington, to create an inventory of British Birds.

This rug taken inspirations from William Morris designs and rugs. This beautiful Irish rug uses natural greens, acid green, purple, and tan to create a cheerful, serene setting.

With central stylized carved back and pierced sweeping arm supports on square tapering legs, re upholstered in a Morris and Co style fabric.

Arts and Crafts Brass Extending Standard Lamp with Slender Column, Twist Tripod Supports with Copper Spiral Decoration, Gadrooned Base and Lion Paw Feet - 22\"diam x adjustable heigh...

The hand-colored plates from the sixth edition of "A History of British Butterflies" by Morris are exquisite examples of Victorian natural history illustration.

In 1885 he moved to London to study as a painter. Inspired by Morris and Co and the Arts & Crafts movement, he studied metalwork with his wife Edith Dawson and they made jewelry and ...

This work is part of a print suite realized for F. O. Morris after drawings by Richard Alington, to create an inventory of British Birds.

This work is part of a print suite realized for F. O. Morris after drawings by Richard Alington, to create an inventory of British Birds.

This work is part of a print suite realized for F. O. Morris after drawings by Richard Alington, to create an inventory of British Birds.

In 1873, the Club made its first appointment of a professional, Tom Morris Jnr., four times Open Champion. Designed by Henry Cotton, the 6,440-yard course greens at Stirling Golf Clu...

Polished bronze chandelier by William Benson for Morris & Co, UK circa 1920 Rare piece that would fit well in an eclectic Hollywood regency inspired decor.

He was also a close friend of William Morris. Walker’s expertise and his collection of 16th-century typefaces inspired Morris to create the Kelmscott Press.

This print originates from 'A History of British Birds' by F. O. Morris. Artists and Engravers: Francis Orpen Morris (25 March 1810 – 10 February 1893) was an Irish clergyman, notab...

Leading designers of the movement, such as William Morris and C.F.A. Voysey, embraced hand knotted rug making and crafted high-quality woven textiles in contrast to the overly decora...

Story illustration for “Driftwood” by Gouverneur Morris for Cosmopolitan, published June 1929, page 32.

These traits, along with their role in pollination and as indicators of a healthy ecosystem, have intrigued entomologists and nature enthusiasts alike since Morris's times. "A Histo...

This work is part of a print suite realized for F. O. Morris after drawings by Richard Alington, to create an inventory of British Birds.

This work is part of a print suite realized for F. O. Morris after drawings by Richard Alington, to create an inventory of British Birds.

Hallmarked in London in 1922 by Morris Solovitch, this striking, Sterling Silver Breastplate, features decoration depiction the tablets with the engraved Ten Commandments in Hebrew, ...

Key’s works are represented in important museum collections across the country, including the White House Historical Association, Fine Art Museums of San Francisco, University of Mic...

From the action of Art & Crafts point of view, it experienced a major boost in 1861, when William Morris founded the firm Morris, Marshall, Faulkner Company, commonly known as the Mo...

A handsome production, in the style of William Morris's Kelmscott Press, with elaborate printed borders and dropcaps in red ink, which mirrors Ruskin's interest in the principles of ...

This included the development of the American Barbizon school by William Morris Hunt. Several artists who were also in, or contemporary to, the Hudson River School studied Barbizon p...

The three butterfly species depicted in the original hand-colored plates from the sixth edition of "A History of British Butterflies" by Morris, published in 1890, are a fascinating ...

His mother was the daughter of noted Boston artist William Morris Hunt. He had many commissions for New York City Central Park Zoo etc.

The Birmingham Guild of Handicraft was established in 1890 by local admirers of William Morris and John Ruskins' work, producing very high-quality Arts & Crafts metalwork, particular...

In addition to the bench's unique frame, it is upholstered in the highest quality Italian wool damask chenille in a pattern reminiscent of William Morris designs. The exquisite vinta...

He was friends with William Morris, Charles Ashby, and Phillip Webb. Dixon trained as an architect but was also an accomplished silversmith, copper worker and designer.

His comic leanings and distinctive characters lead to William Morris considering him on par with Dickens. Presented in a time-worn antique condition - intact with some minor edge fr...

This training made him sensitive to the new trends in English decorative arts and the work of the famous artist, writer and designer William Morris (1834-1896); the writer, poet, cri...

It was published in London in 1890. F. O. Morris's works were an important contribution to the natural history literature of the Victorian era.

His graphic choices and technical solutions influenced also those of William Morris.

From the Smithsonian American Art Museum" Artist Biography Arthur Wesley Dow, born in Ipswich, Massachusetts, was initially influenced by the Barbizon-inspired work of fellow Bostoni...

These chairs are quite rare, I have never seen them with this sloped side panel and the stretchers are very William Morris being fine and in pairs as apposed to the one.

Sweden’s Prince Eugen was among those who took a great delight in them; he felt that the new designs actually exceeded those of the legendary print designer and Frank role model, Wil...

These commissions caught the attention of sculptor Richard Morris Hunt (who famously designed the façade of the Metropolitan Museum), earning Bitter the duty of producing the portrai...

He also exhibited with the short-lived group known as "The Eight," Work is framed in an attractive gilt frame Morris Weiss collection Heritage Auctions

Henderson’s influence extended to the next generation as well; his son, Joseph Morris Henderson, became a prominent painter in his own right.

A handsome production, in the style of William Morris's Kelmscott Press, with elaborate printed borders and dropcaps in red ink, which mirrors Ruskin's interest in the principles of ...

It was a cross pollination of ideas and its members sought inspiration from a multitude of sources, such as: the Arts and Crafts Movement of William Morris, folk art of the Austro-Hu...

., New York, New York (May 29, 1964).Country Store Gallery, Austin, Texas (February 24, 1965).Private Collection, United States.Altermann & Morris Galleries, Texas, sale of May 2...

But much of the feeling is European, Art Nouveau, or even neo-medieval Arts & Crafts, recalling the designs and the coloration of William Morris wallpapers, with their swaying floral...

April Love was purchased from Hughes by William Morris. Like Millais, Hughes also painted Ophelia (which is housed at Toledo Museum of Art) and illustrated Keats's poem The Eve of St.

A handsome production, in the style of William Morris's Kelmscott Press, with elaborate printed borders and dropcaps in red ink, which mirrors Ruskin's interest in the principles of ...

In 1920 he came to London, was demobilized there, and was a contributor to the journal Renesans (Renaissance), edited by Leo Kenig, and to the daily newspaper Di tsayt, edited by Mor...

“Survivors of Baltic Exchange IRA Bombing” cast bronze sea creatures, spun copper bowls, from the Baltic Exchange, London (chains folded in image). Buyers at Ann-Morris, Inc. were so...

These original plates coloured by hand are from the sixth edition of the publication with title: 'A History of British Butterflies' by Morris. Published in London in 1890. These ha...

Three original hand-colored plates from the sixth edition of 'A History of British Butterflies' by Morris, which date back to 1890. A closer look at each of the species depicted: 1.

At the same time he wanted to restore the craft of furniture making, just like William Morris in the UK, who started the "Arts and Crafts Movement".

The early years of his career were spent in London where he was much influenced by the Arts & Crafts movement and in particular William Morris. His own business had shops in Liege, B...

This historic textile demonstrates the remarkable synthesis of Celtic design traditions with Arts and Crafts principles, where master Irish weavers transformed William Morris-inspire...

Some pages loose and displaying signs of coloration Superb frontispiece in colour, redolent of contemporary William Morris print works Delightful illustrations of famous Victorian ho...