William Morris (WIL-yum MOR-is)

English Textile Designer

William Morris

William Morris was a British textile designer, poet, novelist, translator, and socialist activist associated with the British Arts and Crafts Movement. He was a major contributor to the revival of traditional British textile arts and methods of production. His literary contributions helped to establish the modern fantasy genre, while he played a significant role in propagating the early socialist movement in Britain. Morris's designs are distinguished by their remarkable craftsmanship, a clear condition of design, and respect for materials. He also penned influential works such as 'News from Nowhere' and 'The Earthly Paradise.'

Species

Duine

Realm

The Mortal Realm

Date of Birth

March 24, 1834

Date of Death

October 3, 1896

Life

1834 CE 1896 CE 62 years old

Circumstances of Death

Tuberculosis

Birthplace

Walthamstow, Essex, England, United Kingdom

Place of Death

Hammersmith, London, England, United Kingdom

Children

Sex

Male

Sexuality

Heterosexual

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