The Arts and Crafts

Curated by the pioneering designer William Morris, discover a compelling collection of essays on the Arts and Crafts Movement by some of the most influential figures of the period.

Shining a light on one of the most important periods in the history of art and design, Arts and Crafts Essays explores the main areas of the Arts and Crafts movement written by the likes of William Morris, Walter Crane, Somers Clarke, and Emery Walker. First published in 1893 by the Arts and Crafts Exhibition Society, this brilliant essay collection remains a vital resource for understanding the principles and practices that shaped the Arts and Crafts movement.

Its contents include:
• Of the Revival of Design and Handicraft by Walter Crane
• Textiles by William Morris
• Stone and Wood Carving by Somers Clarke
• Printing by William Morris and Emery Walker
• Of Book Illustration and Book Decoration by Reginald Bloomfield
• Of Modern Embroidery by Mary E. Turner
• Colour by May Morris
• Design by John D. Wedding

This collection captures the spirit of the movement at its zenith and explores the ethos of the period’s designers and makers. With its wide range of topics appealing to creative disciplines, it’s an essential text for artists and designers interested in the theories and criticism of William Morris and the Arts and Crafts movement.