The William Morris Colouring Book

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title The William Morris Colouring Book
Authors and Contributors      By (author) William Morris
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:96
Dimensions(mm): Height 180,Width 132
Category/GenreHandicrafts, decorative arts and crafts
ISBN/Barcode 9781786330437
Audience
General

Publishing Details

Publisher Cornerstone
Imprint Hutchinson
Publication Date 4 August 2016
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

A colouring book filled with one of Britain's most influential designers' timeless patterns Pick up your pencils and make each of these famed William Morris patterns your own. Taking nature as his inspiration, William Morris created over a hundred intricate and iconic wallpaper, textile and embroidery designs. As much a poet and activist as a designer, today he is considered one of the most outstanding and influential designers of the Arts and Crafts movement of the late nineteenth century. His patterns continue to be made and sold today and can be found all over the country, including at the William Morris Gallery in Walthamstow, London. Relax and unwind with these beautiful, decorative patterns - and marvel at their timeless appeal.

Author Biography

Taking nature as his inspiration, William Morris created over a hundred intricate and iconic wallpaper, textile and embroidery designs. As much a poet and activist as a designer, today he is considered one of the most outstanding and influential designers of the Arts and Crafts movement of the late nineteenth century. His patterns continue to be made and sold today and can be found all over the country.