William Morris Wallpapers and Chintzes

by Fiona Clark

Textbook Binding

First published June 1, 1974

Reviews

[ALX · Rating 4 out of 5]

I picked up this book after hearing the In Our Time episode on William Morris broadcast on July 5, 2018. https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b0b9...

Nearly all the prints were in black and white, which is why I didn't give 5 stars. I also wanted more detail on how Morris created the dye colors and printed on the drapes and wallpapers but that isn't the focus of this book. If you are looking to go beyond the image results from a search engine, this 95 page book is a good introduction to William Morris's patterns.

From the introduction: "This book is intended as a "quarry" - a store of information for students within the field of William Morris's wallpaper and chintz patterns. The survey which follows lists and illustrates in chronological order all the designs which can be attributed to Morris. A "Guide to Sources" is included at the end, both to indicate the basis for the chronology and information given in the catalogue, and as a guide to further enquiry. It is hoped that in total this will provide a framework from which readers may make comparisons with the work of Morris's contemporaries and followers which are not attempted here."

[Ligaya · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book contains are large selection of William Morris work but most of the photos are black and white and, additionally, many of the photos aren't very sharp or well-focused. It is a decent overview but I was wanting more.