From The Metropolitan Museum of Art: Approximately 64” x 18” Comes with original information card and envelope : WILLIAM MORRIS SCARF from wallpaper designs by William Morris (1834-1896) England, 19th century A talented writer, designer, and administrator, William Morris was one of the most influential figures of the British Victorian era. Morris and his lifelong friend and creative partner Edward Burne-Jones were fascinated by the exploits of King Arthur and the writings of Chaucer, Keats, Swinburne, and Ruskin. Not only did the two artists look co medieval art and architecture for decorative ideas, but chey also saw the structure of the medieval guilds as a model for their creative enterprises. In 1861 Morris, Burne-Jones, and others founded the interior design firm of Morris, Marshall, Faulkner, & Co. Calling themselves "fine art workmen," they deliberately broke down the modern barrier between fine and decorative art, and established an equivalent to the cooperative guilds of the Middle Ages. Morris & Co. designed murals, embroidery, stained glass, and tiles to create a comfortable, spiritual space. Morris was a prolific designer of wallpapers and fabrics. Characteristically, his designs were densely patterned and often based on flowers, leaves, and fruits. The Museum has developed its silk William Morris Scarf from the artist's wallpaper designs. Dry clean only.