Inspired by the writings of social philosopher John Ruskin, William Morris (1834-1896) defined art as “the expression by man of his pleasure in labor," and dedicated himself to art inspired by ...
Wary of the Industrial Revolution's mass production of books, William Morris launched Kelmscott Press, taking inspiration ...
This is a design by the British artist and designer May Morris. May was born in 1862 and died in 1938. Her father, William Morris (1834 - 1896), was a famous artist and poet, and May is often ...
The "William Morris & The British Arts and Crafts Movement, An Encounter with Beauty" exhibition will open on Friday at ...
The preacher John Wesley visited in 1774 and William Morris of the Arts and Crafts Movement visited some time between 1875 and 1877. The building now houses offices, but in the 18th Century it was ...
Magnificent bed hangings, tablecloths, tea cosies and more bring Scotland’s heritage of interior domestic design to life in this extraordinary exhibition covering 1720-1920.