William Morris's flowers
2019
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A passionate advocate of craftsmanship over mass-production, William Morris (1834-1896) designed a huge variety of objects, but it is his highly original carpet, fabric and wallpaper patterns that have continued to capture the imagination and exert their influence on the decorative arts. Around 600 such designs are attributed to Morris, of which the vast majority are based on natural forms, including trees, plants and flowers. This beautifully designed, accessibly priced gift book offers a wealth of designs by Morris in which flowers are the principal motif, bringing together not only completed patterns but also working drawings in pen and watercolour, and examples of his pearwood, floral-pattern printing blocks.
Main title:
William Morris's flowers / Rowan Bain.
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Imprint:
London : Thames and Hudson, 2019.
Collation:
144 pages : illustrations (colour) ; 19 cm
ISBN:
9780500480458 (hbk. :)
Language:
English
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BRN:
1206132