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What was William Morris style?

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What was William Morris
 style?
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 13, 2024
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 ...
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Antique 1880s English Arts and Crafts Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool, 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 ...
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Vintage 1960s English Art Deco Club Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

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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Vintage 1950s American Queen Anne Armchairs

Materials

Cotton, Wood, Upholstery

Jerk Werkmäster, Scandinavian ceramic table lamp, Nittsjö, Sweden, 1940s
By Nittsjo Keramik, Jerk Werkmaster, Nittsjo, William Morris (English)
Located in Forserum, SE
An exquisite table lamp designed by Jerk Werkmäster circa 1940 for the Swedish ceramics studio Nittsjö. The base is crafted from cream-glazed earthenware and features a delicate flor...
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

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

Materials

Fabric, Velvet, Cotton

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