MA Research - Seeing through Morris's Eyes

Willow bough upholstery fabric (Morris, 1887)

Willow Bough repeat pattern designed by Morris after being inspired by the willow at Kelmscott. The pattern has a sense of movement and depth to it.

Interesting videos regarding Morris's stay at Kelmscott Manor. The Society of Antiquaries (Accredited Museum) website discusses Morris's life at Kelmscott and the inspiration he gained from the gardens there, especially the hedgerows which inspired his imagination which transpired through to his designs. It goes on the talk in detail about his repeat patterns for textiles. I plan to visit this house in 2016 as part of my primary research.

Videos can be found here: Kelmscott Manor, Society of Antiquaries of London

Three colourways of the Willow Bough fabrics from Tistory

Willow bough wallpaper (Alexander of Aspen, 2016). An interior by Alexander of Aspen in the Willow Bough design. Alexander of Aspen are a retailer supplying Morris Wallpapers and fabrics.

Reference:

Morris, W. (1887) Fabrics & Papers: willow bough upholstery fabric [Online] Available from: http://wearekai.net/category/ [ Accessed 6 January 2016].

Society of Antiquaries of London (2015) Kelmscott Manor [Online] Available from: https://www.sal.org.uk/kelmscott-manor [Accessed 29 September 2015].