by Anna Mason, Jan Marsh, Jenny Lister, Rowan Bain, Hanne Faurby
This book provides a detailed and thorough overview of May Morris's contributions to the fields of art, design, and embroidery, beautifully accompanied by more than 180 illustrations.
May Morris (1862–1938), younger daughter of William Morris, was a significant figure in the British Arts and Crafts movement and a pioneer of ‘art embroidery’. She ran the embroidery department of Morris & Co., as well as designing textiles, wallpapers and jewellery. May was also an influential teacher and lectured in the UK and America.
May Morris: Arts & Crafts Designer is the first publication to present the full range of May Morris’s work and reveals her exceptional skill and originality.
Paperback
Book contains: 224 pages.
Dimensions: 20.6 x 2.0 x 27.2cm
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