February 06, 2003

By: Laurie Simpson
Website: http://www.tapestry-tapestry.com

People today still enjoy the great works of William Morris tapestries

Great masters rise above all others in any art form and William Morris tapestries are viewed in this way. William Morris was an Englishman born in 1834 who was a painter, writer, publisher, poet, and designer of patterns. He was well known for reviving the art if tapestry in the late eighteen hundreds. William Morris tapestries are considered one of England's treasures. Morris was greatly influenced by medieval tapestries and the "mille-fleurs" motif. He created wonderful historical designs decorated with floral patterns often around the outer edge of the piece. A company emerged from Morris’s work and he also produced the designs of other artists of the period. Many tapestry artists became famous in this way.

The manufacturing company produced designs by many designers and they all became known as William Morris tapestries. Although some designs were from Morris he was well supported with other talent. The were most productive from the 1880’s until the mid 1930’s and produced dark, detailed and intricately beautiful panels. They are preserved in museums today and often copied for reproduction even today. Machines have changed the way they are made but the patterns are still much the same.

William Morris and William Morris tapestries hold an important place in English art history. The works can be viewed and studies on the Internet. The tapestries can be purchased from online stores that make ordering and deliver very easy and fast. If you are looking for something colorful and interesting for your home, this may be an option for you.

About The Author:

Laurie Simpson is a successful author and regular contributor to http://www.tapestry-tapestry.com.  Tapestries make elegant gifts as table runners, pillows, throws and wall hangings found in traditional and medieval prints.