New from the Victoria and Albert Museum is the V & A Pattern book series, a must have for any fan of historical textile design and a wonderful source of inspiration for designers. William Morris is one of four new titles in the series which also includes Indian Florals, Digital Pioneers and The Fifties. I love William Morris's harmonious repeats - he certainly had a talent for creating beautiful and original designs (as did his assistant John Henry Dearle), most of which still have a modern appeal 120 years later.
'Brother Rabbit' textile designed by William Morris 1882.
'Daisy' wallpaper designed by William Morris 1864.
'Strawberry Thief' textile designed by William Morris 1883.
'Larkspur' textile designed by William Morris 1875.
'Michaelmas Daisy' wallpaper designed by John Henry Dearle for Morris & Co. c 1912.
'Foliage' wallpaper designed by John Henry Dearle for Morris & Co. 1899.
'Sweet Briar' wallpaper by John Henry Dearle for Morris & Co. 1912.
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