William’s work is defined by its painter sensibility — an enduring influence on generations that followed. Most artists are dead; following is a declaration of love.
The Horses of Anahita
William Morris Hunt American, 1824–1879
Hillside with Trees
Mrs. William Morris Seated in Chair
Dante Gabriel Rossetti English, 1828-1882
Landscape
William Morris Hunt American, 1824-1879
"Swan House" Carpet
Designed by William Morris (English, 1834–1896) Produced by Morris & Co., London (English, 1875–1940) Merton Abbey, London (English, 1881–1940)
Peacock and Dragon
Designed by William Morris (English, 1834–1896) Produced by Morris & Co., London (English, 1875–1940) Queens Square, London, or Merton Abbey, London (English, 1881–1940)
Cray
The Fortune Teller
William Morris Hunt American, 1824-1979
Acanthus
Designed by William Morris (English, 1834–1896) Produced by Morris & Co., London (English, 1875–1940) Wardle & Co., Bridgnorth (English, 1875-1930)
Snakeshead
Tulip and Rose
Designed by William Morris (English, 1834–1896) Produced by Morris & Co., London (English, 1875–1940) Probably woven by Heckmondwike Manufacturing Company, Yorkshire (English, founded 1873)
Tulip
Windrush
Marigold
Strawberry Thief
Corncockle
Panel
England or France
Kennet
"Lily" Carpet
Designed by William Morris (English, 1834–1896) Produced by Morris & Co., London (English, 1875-1940) Woven by Yates & Co., Wiltshire (English, founded 1701); later Wilton Royal Carpet Factory, Ltd. (English, founded 1741)