Arts and Crafts - 19th June 2019

Lot 239

A pair of Morris & Co Tulip & Rose woven curtains designed by William Morris

Estimate £800 - £1,200 | Hammer £750

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Description

A pair of Morris & Co Tulip & Rose woven curtains designed by William Morris, designed in 1876, in shades of green and beige on a deep green ground, losses to one edge, 288 x 167cm and 28 x 162cm (2)

Literature

Linda Parry William Morris Textiles, Crescent, page 148 figure 12 for this design illustrated. It is stated that the textile was woven by Heckmondwike.

Provenance

Napier Road, Kensington, by repute.