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 ...

Morris' idealistic philosophy also inspired him in later years to promote socialism as a cure for 19th-century England's ills. He wrote many socialist tracts, as well as poetry and other works.

Timeless tradition But who is William Morris? An icon of Arts and Crafts design, the 19 th -century British artist, poet and environmentalist is renowned today for his nature-inspired motifs ...

Greenwood argues that William Morris' tiles at Queens' are less well-known but just as enduring as his other works ...

These ideas will be explored and discussed further in the exhibition and public programme. Featuring over 60 works, the exhibition will demonstrate how some of Morris's best-known designs such as ...

Inspired by socialist principles and led by William Morris, the members of the movement used the medieval system of trades and guilds to set up their own companies to sell their goods.

This fall, Style Library —an England-based company that holds the Morris & Co. archives—and San Francisco’s Selamat Designs will unveil Morris & Co. x Selamat, a capsule collection of more ...

The timeless nature-inspired designs have just landed at Dunelm with free samples available as well as complementary paints and matching décor Catherine Addison-Swan 12:59, 21 May 2025Updated 15: ...