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Individual Artists - William Morris's Flowers (V&A Museum)

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Book Synopsis: A beautiful and informative gift book devoted to designs by William Morris that incorporate flowers―a central motif in his oeuvre and one that played a part in the majority of his designs.The leading figure of the Arts and Crafts Movement, William Morris (1834–1896) is one of the best-known and most popular of all British designers. A passionate advocate of craftsmanship over mass production, he designed a huge variety of objects, but it is his spectacular carpet, fabric, and wallpaper patterns that have continued to capture the popular imagination and influence interior designers and the decorative arts. Around six hundred such designs are attributed to Morris, most of which are based on nature, including trees, plants, and flowers.This beautifully designed, accessibly priced gift book offers a wealth of designs by Morris where flowers are the principal motif. The text traces the origins of Morris’s flower-based designs: his own gardens at the Red House in Kent; sixteenth- and seventeenth-century herbals; illuminated medieval manuscripts; late medieval and Renaissance tapestries; and the range of decorated objects, particularly from the Islamic world, that Morris studied at the South Kensington Museum, now the Victoria and Albert Museum.Authored by Rowan Bain, senior curator at the William Morris Gallery, and lavishly illustrated with over one hundred color illustrations, William Morris’s Flowers will both inform and delight. 120 color illustrations

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Looking for a beautiful and informative gift? Look no further than William Morris's Flowers (V&A Museum) Book. This exceptional book is dedicated to showcasing the breathtaking designs by William Morris that incorporate flowers—a central motif in his extraordinary body of work. As a leading figure of the Arts and Crafts Movement, Morris's designs championed craftsmanship over mass production. His carpet, fabric, and wallpaper patterns have continued to capture the popular imagination, influencing interior designers and the decorative arts. With around six hundred flower-based designs attributed to Morris, this book offers a wealth of inspiration.

Featuring stunning illustrations and written by Rowan Bain, senior curator at the William Morris Gallery, this book explores the origins of Morris's flower-based designs. From his meticulously tended gardens at the Red House in Kent, to the influences of sixteenth and seventeenth-century herbals, medieval manuscripts, tapestries, and the Islamic world, Morris's designs have an exquisite elegance grounded in the beauty of nature.

With over one hundred color illustrations, William Morris's Flowers is a visually captivating journey through the incredible artistic legacy of this influential designer. It's not only a feast for the eyes but also a treasure trove of knowledge. Whether you're an interior design enthusiast, an art lover, or simply looking for a unique and captivating gift, this book is a must-have addition to your collection.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to own this beautifully designed book—both informative and delightful. Click here to get your copy of William Morris's Flowers today!

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