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Creator: William Morris (English)
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...
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1950s American Queen Anne Vintage William Morris (English) Armchairs

Materials

Cotton, Wood, Upholstery

Antique Original William Morris Sussex Rope Seat Armchair Seen in the V&A Museum
By William Morris (English)
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely very rare and collectable William Morris Rush seat Sussex armchair circa 1870-1880 as seen in the Victorian and Albert museum The History This chair was named after a country chair found in Sussex, which inspired the design with the turned frame and rush seat. Similar types of chairs, with imitation bamboo frames and rush seats, were fashionable between 1790 and 1820. Ownership & Use William Morris and his wife, Jane, used Sussex chairs in their first home, Red House, Bexleyheath, Kent, from 1860 and subsequently in their London house, Kelmscott House, Hammersmith. Morris's great friend, the artist Edward Burne-Jones (1833-1898) had Sussex armchairs in his studio, as did the sculptor, Alfred Gilbert (1854-1934). Robert Edis recommended this chair as 'excellent, comfortable and artistic' in his influential book, 'Decoration and Furnishing of Town Houses in 1881'. Examples from the Sussex range were supplied for students' rooms at Newnham College...
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1870s English High Victorian Antique William Morris (English) Armchairs

Materials

Rope, Beech

Restored Suite of William Morris Richard Norman Shaw Tabard Bench & Armchairs
By Norman Shaw, William Morris (English)
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...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique William Morris (English) Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Fine Pair of Antique Original William Morris & Co Edinburgh Stamped Armchairs
By William Morris (English)
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of very rare, William Morris & Co Edinburgh stamped, his & hers Library armchairs in grey linen These are a very rare and hig...
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19th Century Scottish Victorian Antique William Morris (English) Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Eight English Sussex Armchairs
By William Morris (English), Philip Webb
Located in Houston, TX
Eight English Sussex armchairs circa 1880-1910. Hand-crafted in ebonized beech with rush seats, this collection represents the work of two late 19th c...
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Late 19th Century English Regency Antique William Morris (English) Armchairs

Materials

Rush, Beech

Four Vintage of William Morris for Libertys London Early 20th Century Armchairs
By Liberty of London, William Morris (English)
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale set of four early 20th century William Morris for Liberty London armchairs A very good looking and well made set of four highly decorative chair...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco William Morris (English) Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Antique Original William Morris Curved Sussex Armchair Seen in the v&a Museum
By William Morris (English)
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely very rare and collectable William Morris Rush seat Sussex armchair with drop front curved arms, circa 1870-1880 as seen in the Victorian and Albert museum Ownership & Use William Morris and his wife, Jane, used Sussex chairs in their first home, Red House, Bexleyheath, Kent, from 1860 and subsequently in their London house, Kelmscott House, Hammersmith. Morris's great friend, the artist Edward Burne-Jones (1833-1898) had Sussex armchairs in his studio, as did the sculptor, Alfred Gilbert (1854-1934). Robert Edis recommended this chair as 'excellent, comfortable and artistic' in his influential book, 'Decoration and Furnishing of Town Houses in 1881'. Examples from the Sussex range were supplied for students' rooms at Newnham College...
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1870s English High Victorian Antique William Morris (English) Armchairs

Materials

Rush, Rope, Beech

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William Morris (english) armchairs for sale on 1stDibs.

William Morris (English) armchairs are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of William Morris (English) armchairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original armchairs by William Morris (English) were created in the Victorian style in united kingdom during the 19th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider armchairs by Howard Chairs Ltd., Chesterfield, and Howard and Sons. Prices for William Morris (English) armchairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,284 and can go as high as $19,429, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,450.

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Questions About William Morris (English) Armchairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    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 7, 2024
    Which William Morris designs are the most famous is open for debate. However, some patterns of William Morris wallpaper have consistently remained in style since their debut in the 19th century. They include Larkspur, Jasmine, Marigold, Wreath, Willow Boughs, Acanthus, Strawberry Thief and Chrysanthemum. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of William Morris furniture and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, William Morris made furniture. While William Morris is best known for being a textile designer, poet and artist, he also designed furniture. William Morris’s furniture was inspired by nature and his belief in socialism, with designs focused on creating affordable and long-lasting furniture that everyone could enjoy. Shop a selection of William Morris furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, William Morris made some tapestries. William Morris was a true artisan and delved into a variety of different areas. He’s also credited with ushering in the Arts and Crafts movement in England. He held a lot of respect for those who could produce tapestries and made his first one in 1879. He learned more and created more tapestries but also established a small tapestry workshop where he employed tapestry weavers. Shop a collection of tapestries from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    William Morris used a variety of fabrics to produce wallpaper, floor coverings and other textiles. However, cotton and linen were the most common materials. His workshop became known for producing intricate hand-blocked prints on textiles. Find a variety of William Morris rugs and textiles on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes. William Morris is one of the most prolific textile designers, and was the founder of the Arts and Crafts movement of the late 1800s. His designs incorporated elaborate floral motifs of silk and linen embroidery. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of items with William Morris’ iconic designs from some of the top sellers around the world.

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