William Morris
William Morris (1834–1896) was the single most influential designer of the nineteenth century. Today Morris & Co. guarantees authentic versions of those designs alongside new interpretations, using innovations in printing and weaving technology to create up-to-date fabric and wallpaper designs with timeless appeal.
Acanthus Fabric
£109.00 /m
Acanthus Fabric designed by William Morris. This much-loved design from 1875 marked the beginning of a period in which Morris created large-scale designs for wallpaper. Printed here on a cotton/linen blend, scrolling layers of acanthus foliage create a dramatic three-dimensional effect. 60% Linen 30% Cotton 10% Nylon. 20,000 Rub Test.
Usage: Upholstery, Cushions, Curtains, Blinds.
Vertical Pattern Repeat 53.5cm. Horizontal Pattern Repeat 46cm. Straight Match. Width 140cm.
Acanthus Scroll Wallpaper
£105.00Acanthus Scroll Wallpaper designed by William Morris. Acanthus Scroll is a modern adaptation of Morris exuberant wallpaper Acanthus from 1875. Recoloured to depict the scrolling leaves in the foreground this dramatic version provides a more monotone wallcovering which manages to enhance the complex layers and three-dimensional quality of the original.
Vertical Pattern Repeat 45.7cm. Width 52cm. Half Drop Match. Sold as a 10.05m Roll.
Acanthus Tapestry Fabric
£169.00 /mAcanthus Tapestry Fabric designed by William Morris. This much-loved design from 1875 marked the beginning of a period in which Morris created large-scale designs for wallpaper. One of his most iconic patterns, it was the very first wallpaper released by Morris & Co. and now produced as a fabric and tapestry weave. With complex layering and vigorous curves, the scrolling acanthus foliage produces a three-dimensional effect and is available in diverse colourways. 90% Cotton 10% Nylon. 42,000 Rub Test.
Usage: Upholstery, Cushions, Curtains, Blinds.
Vertical Pattern Repeat 85cm. Horizontal Pattern repeat 66cm. Straight Match. Width 138cm.
Acanthus Velvet Fabric
£179.00 /mAcanthus Velvet Fabric designed by William Morris. This much-loved design from 1875 marked the beginning of a period in which Morris created large-scale designs for wallpaper. One of his most iconic patterns, it was the very first wallpaper released by Morris & Co. and now produced as a fabric. With complex layering and vigorous curves, the scrolling acanthus foliage produces a three-dimensional effect and is available in diverse colourways. 88% Cotton 12% Polyester 100% Cotton Pile. 20,000 Rub Test.
Usage: Upholstery, Cushions, Curtains, Blinds.
Vertical Pattern Repeat 84cm. Horizontal Pattern repeat 65cm. Straight Match. Width 130cm.
Acanthus Wallpaper
£135.00Acanthus Wallpaper designed by William Morris. This much-loved wallpaper design from 1875 marked the beginning of a period in which Morris created large-scale designs for wallpaper. One of his most iconic patterns, it was the very first wallpaper released by Morris & Co. With complex layering and vigorous curves, the scrolling acanthus foliage produces a three-dimensional effect and is available in diverse colourways and a fabric of the same name.
Vertical Pattern Repeat 64cm. Width 52cm. Straight Match. Sold as a 10.05m Roll.
Acanthus Wallpaper
£129.00Acanthus Wallpaper designed by William Morris. One of Morris’s most iconic patterns from 1875 and the very first wallpaper released by Morris & Co. Acanthus marked the beginning of a period in which Morris created large-scale designs for wallpaper. With complex layering and vigorous curves, the scrolling acanthus foliage produces a three-dimensional effect and is available in diverse colourways and a fabric of the same name.
Vertical Pattern Repeat 61cm. Width 52cm. Straight Match. Sold as a 10.05m Roll.
Apple Wallpaper
£115.00Apple Wallpaper designed by William Morris. Curling acanthus leaves and speckled fruits animate this wallpaper originally designed by William Morris in 1877 and used to paper the walls of May Morris’s workroom at her Hammersmith home. Lovely block print edging adds delicate detail to Apple which has been redrawn and reproduced in a new range of colourways.
Vertical Pattern Repeat 30.5cm. Width 52cm. Straight Match. Sold as a 10.05m Roll.
Arbutus Wallpaper
£115.00Arbutus Wallpaper designed by William Morris. Arbutus was designed by Kathleen Kersey a member of the Morris & Co. design studio on the eve of the First World War in 1914. Perfectly capturing the Morris & Co. style this was one of two patterns Kersey created for wallpaper.
Vertical Pattern Repeat 46cm. Width 52cm. Straight Match. Sold as a 10.05m Roll.
Arbutus Wallpaper
£115.00Arbutus Wallpaper designed by William Morris. Arbutus was designed by Kathleen Kersey a member of the Morris & Co. design studio on the eve of the First World War in 1914. Perfectly capturing the Morris & Co. style this was one of two patterns Kersey created for wallpaper.
Vertical Pattern Repeat 45.7cm. Width 52cm. Straight Match. Sold as a 10.05m Roll.
Artichoke Embroidery Fabric
£259.00 /mArtichoke Embroidery Fabric designed by William Morris.‘ Artichoke Embroidery’ is an exquisite embroidered silk. Inspired by Morris’ own design ‘Artichoke’ from 1877, it has repeating patterns of large traditional motifs, illustrating his preoccupation and love of near Eastern and Italian woven silks and velvets. Morris studied a number of these at the South Kensington Museum, now the Victoria & Albert Museum. 51% Viscose 35% Silk 14% Polyester.
Usage: Cushions, Curtains, Blinds.
Vertical Pattern Repeat 62cm. Horizontal Pattern Repeat 43.5cm. Straight Match. Width 131cm.
Artichoke Wallpaper
£129.00Artichoke Wallpaper designed by William Morris. Magnificent oversized artichoke motifs create drama and impact on this wallpaper design, originally designed as a multicoloured wallpaper by John Henry Dearle in 1898. Reintroduced in a stunning monotone version, use this wallpaper in both classic and contemporary settings.
Vertical Pattern Repeat 52cm. Width 52cm. Half Drop Match. Sold as a 10.05m Roll.
Bachelors Button Fabric
£119.00 /mBachelors Button Fabric designed by William Morris. Inspired by an archive pattern book with Bachelors Button on the cover, we’re proud to say this design was the catalyst for Ben Pentreaths Queen Square Collection. Given a modern twist and an undeniable vibrancy, dramatic swirling leaves painted in the style of a medieval fresco coil amongst this show stopper of a fabric. Suitable for drapes and upholstery. P.S. Dont forget the Batchelors Button wallpaper (its an exact match!). 51% Cotton 49% Linen. 12,000 Rub Test.
Usage: Upholstery, Cushions, Curtains, Blinds.
Vertical Pattern Repeat 45.7cm. Horizontal Pattern Repeat 45.7cm. Straight Match. Width 137.2cm.
Bachelors Button Wallpaper
£115.00Bachelors Button by William Morris. This design was the catalyst for Ben Pentreath to design his Queen Square Collection. Given a modern twist and an undeniable vibrancy dramatic swirling leaves painted in the style of a medieval fresco coil around this show-stopper of a wallpaper.
Vertical Pattern Repeat 45.7cm. Width 52cm. Straight Match. Sold as a 10.05m Roll.
Bachelors Button Wallpaper
£115.00Bachelors Button Wallpaper designed by William Morris. Dramatic swirling leaves coil around on this monochrome wallpaper. The Morris & Co. studio have enlarged the original 1892 design and painted it in the style of medieval frescos with dramatic effect creating a show stopping, 140cm width wallpaper in lots of lovely colours. Also available as fabric and metallic wallpaper – search “Bachelor”.
Vertical Pattern Repeat 45.7cm. Width 52cm. Straight Match. Sold as a 10.05m Roll.
Bamboo Fabric
£109.00 /mBamboo Fabric designed by William Morris. Bamboo has been adapted from a design by E.W. Godwin of 1872. Like Morris Godwin was dedicated to beautifying the home and Oscar Wilde referred to him as One of the most artistic spirits of this century in England. Godwin was highly influenced by Japanese design and often used bamboo motifs in his work. 80% Viscose 20% Linen. 20,000 Rub Test.
Usage: Upholstery, Cushions, Curtains, Blinds.
Vertical Pattern Repeat 42cm. Horizontal Pattern Repeat 46cm. Straight Match. Width 137cm.
Bird & Anemone Wallpaper
£129.00Bird & Anemone Wallpaper designed by William Morris. Originally a monochrome precursor to Morris’ much-loved Strawberry Thief (1883) were thrilled that Ben chose this design from our archive transforming it into a vibrant strong Olive/Turquoise colourway. An evocation of the English hedgerow dating from 1882, this wallpaper features thrushes in a vertical entwine of flowers and foliage. Available in an Olive/Turquoise colourway.
Vertical Pattern Repeat 61cm. Width 52cm. Straight Match. Sold as a 10.05m Roll.
Bird & Pomegranate Wallpaper
£145.00This delightful wallpaper design shows birds swooping, perching and pecking amidst branches of foliage and pomegranate fruit. Dating from 1926, it was one of the last block printed wallpapers designed by Morris and Co. and inspired by the much earlier Fruit wallpaper. Its rich colourways replicate the deep tones of the original and introducing sophisticated neutral versions creates a lighter look. An embroidery fabric of the same name is also available.
Vertical Pattern Repeat 61cm. Width 52cm. Straight Match. Sold as a 10.05m roll.
Blackthorn Fabric
£109.00 /mBlackthorn Fabric designed by William Morris. Blackthorn designed for wallpaper by J.H. Dearle in 1892 was first adapted for machine printed fabric in 1975 by Sanderson and became hugely popular. Todays versions are reproduced in authentic colours matching the original wallpaper samples and the mottled appearance gives the fabric a hand printed look. 100% Cotton. 20,000 Rub Test.
Usage: Upholstery, Cushions, Curtains, Blinds.
Vertical Pattern Repeat 80.5cm. Horizontal Pattern Repeat 70cm. Straight Match. Width 137cm.
Blackthorn Wallpaper
£145.00Blackthorn Wallpaper from William Morris. A brilliant statement piece, Blackthorn works exceptionally well in smaller spaces. Designed by J.H. Dearle in 1892 and shown here for the first time with its popping colours and darker ground Blackthorn is a hugely popular wallpaper and an excellent co-ordinate.
Vertical Pattern Repeat 61cm. Width 52cm. Straight Match. Sold as a 10.05m Roll.
Bluebell Fabric
£99.00 /mBluebell Fabric designed by William Morris. An elegant symmetrical fabric design printed on 100% cotton cloth, inspired by a collection of linens Morris first admired in the South Kensington Museum. Todays version has been printed with subtle shading to reproduce the aged patina of the original fabrics and is available in sumptuous colourways. A wonderful choice for statement furniture pieces. 100% Cotton. 20,000 Rub Test.
Usage: Upholstery, Cushions, Curtains, Blinds.
Vertical Pattern Repeat 63.5cm. Horizontal Pattern Repeat 35cm. Straight Match. Width 137cm.
Branch Wallpaper
£105.00Branch Wallpaper designed by William Morris. A wallpaper in its own right, this design also features as an underprint for the Scroll wallpaper design, designed by William Morris in 1871 . Featuring a simple all-over leaf pattern available in versatile colourways, this wallpaper design provides the perfect complement to more decorative furnishings and wallpapers from the Morris collections.
Vertical Pattern Repeat 61cm. Width 52cm. Straight Match. Sold as a 10.05m Roll.
Brer Rabbit Fabric
£109.00 /mBrer Rabbit Fabric designed by William Morris. Brer Rabbit is taken from a 17th century Italian silk and Morris first registered the design in 1882. Named after the Uncle Remus children’s books popular at the time this fabric design was originally indigo discharge printed. Today the Morris studio have tried to replicate the mottled appearance of this earlier method using modern printing processes. 63% Linen 28% Cotton 9% Nylon. 30,000 Rub Test.
Usage: Upholstery, Cushions, Curtains, Blinds.
Vertical Pattern Repeat 40cm. Horizontal Pattern Repeat 27.5cm. Straight Match. 137cm.
Brer Rabbit Fabric
£109.00 /mBrer Rabbit Fabric designed by William Morris. Morris’ design influences could be visual or literary, demonstrated here with Brer Rabbit, a mischievous folk hero from a popular 19th century childrens book. Recoloured by Ben Pentreath, the designs large scrolling leaves and symmetrical oak trees imbue a 1960s and 1970s feel with bold colour combinations inspired by the Morris & Co. archive. 51% Cotton 49% Linen. 12,000 Rub Test.
Usage:Upholstery, Cushions, Curtains, Blinds.
Vertical Pattern Repeat 64cm. Horizontal Pattern Repeat 34.3cm. Straight Match. Width 137.2cm.
Brer Rabbit Wallpaper
£105.00Brer Rabbit Wallpaper designed by William Morris. Brer Rabbit also known as Brother Rabbit was inspired by a 17th century Italian silk first registered for fabric production in 1882 and named after the Uncle Remus childrens books popular at the time. The wallpaper has been reproduced from the original fabric and comes in a range of colours to co-ordinate with a new range of textiles.
Vertical Pattern Repeat 40.6cm. Width 52cm. Straight Match. Sold as a 10.05m Roll.
Brophy Trellis Wallpaper
£125.00Brophy Trellis Wallpaper designed by William Morris. Taken from our archive this design was originally a ceiling paper by Arts and Crafts designer Andrew Brophy (1844-1912). We’ve recreated the structure of the trellis and added flowers and leaves from one of May Morris’s original designs to create Brophy Trellis an incredibly usable design which pairs beautifully with other Morris & Co. fabrics and wallpapers.
Vertical Pattern Repeat 64cm. Width 68.6cm. Straight Match. Sold as a 10.05m Roll.
Bullerswood Wallpaper
£159.00Bullerswood Wallpaper designed by William Morris. This wallpaper was inspired by a carpet hand-woven at Merton Abbey and exhibited by Morris & Co. at the 1893 Arts and Crafts Society exhibition. The original design probably came from the enormous Persian original hung by Morris in his dining room at Kelmscott House and is now produced in versatile, restful colourways and a fabric of the same name.
Vertical Pattern Repeat 106.1cm. Width 137cm. Straight Match. Sold as a 1.06m Roll.
Chrysanthemum Fabric
£109.00 /mChrysanthemum Fabric designed by William Morris. Morris 1877 wallpaper design Chrysanthemum has been reproduced on fabric in a classic palette of colours to co-ordinate with the wallpapers. 100% Cotton. 20,000 Rub Test.
Usage: Upholstery, Cushions, Curtains, Blinds.
Vertical Pattern Repeat 54cm. Horizontal Pattern Repeat 27.5cm. Straight Match. Width 137cm.
Chrysanthemum Fabric
£119.00 /mChrysanthemum Fabric designed by William Morris. Prepare to be wowed by the vibrancy of this 1960s inspired Morris & Co. fabric recoloured by Ben Pentreath in his signature palette. With a powerful Japanese influence and full of personality, coral and turquoise tones pair wonderfully with an olive ground to give this 1886 adaptation of a Jeffrey & Co. wallpaper a modern twist. Suitable for drapes and upholstery. Suitable for drapes and upholstery. 51% Cotton 49% Linen. 12,000 Rub Test.
Usage: Upholstery, Cushions, Curtains, Blinds.
Vertical Pattern Repeat 51.5cm. Horizontal Pattern Repeat 28cm. Straight Match. Width 142cm.
Chrysanthemum Toile Fabric
£95.00 /mChrysanthemum Toile Fabric designed by William Morris. Chrysanthemum was originally designed as a wallpaper by William Morris in 1877 with winding blooms against a foliage background. In this toile interpretation, elegant linework enhances the detail and form of the original pattern, recoloured here to sit alongside the Simply Morris collection. 90% Cotton 10% Linen. 20,000 Rub Test.
Usage: Upholstery, Cushions, Curtains, Blinds.
Vertical Pattern Repeat 53.5cm. Horizontal Pattern Repeat 28cm. Straight Match. Width 139cm.
Chrysanthemum Toile Fabric
£109.00 /mChrysanthemum Fabric designed by William Morris. Chrysanthemum Toile has been adapted from a wallpaper sample produced by Jeffrey & Co. in 1886 which imitated the fashionable but expensive gilded embossed leather hangings imported from Japan at that time. The pattern itself is an outline of the multicoloured wallpaper Chrysanthemum designed by Morris in 1877. 60% Linen 30% Cotton 10% Nylon. 40,000 Rub Test.
Usage: Upholstery, Cushions, Curtains, Blinds.
Vertical Pattern Repeat 66cm. Horizontal Pattern Repeat 34.5cm. Straight Match. Width 137cm.
Chrysanthemum Toile Wallpaper
£115.00Chrysanthemum Toile Wallpaper designed by William Morris. Chrysanthemum was originally designed as a wallpaper by William Morris in 1877 with winding blooms against a foliage background. In this toile interpretation, elegant linework enhances the detail and form of the original pattern, recoloured here to sit alongside the Simply Morris collection.
Vertical Pattern Repeat 52cm. Width 52cm. Straight Match. Sold as a 10.05m Roll.
Chrysanthemum Toile Wallpaper
£115.00Chrysanthemum Toile Wallpaper designed by William Morris. Chrysanthemum Toile has been inspired by the metal outline of the embossed and gilded Chrysanthemum wallpaper produced by Jeffrey & Co. in the 1880s. This beautiful wallpaper has been highlighted in metallic inks using the surflex printing method.
Vertical Pattern Repeat 52.1cm. Width 52cm. Straight Match. Sold as a 10.05m Roll.
Chrysanthemum Wallpaper
£115.00 – £129.00Chrysanthemum Wallpaper designed by William Morris. This wonderfully ornate Morris wallpaper design from 1877 was originally printed using wood blocks to imitate Japanese Leather papers, which was a technique perfected by Jeffrey and Co. in the 1880s. Todays version faithfully reproduces some of the earliest colourways whilst introducing a new softer palette with subtle metallic highlights.
Vertical Pattern Repeat 52.1cm. Width 52cm. Straight Match. Sold as a 10.05m Roll.
Chrysanthemum Wallpaper
£129.00Chrysanthemum Wallpaper designed by William Morris. This wonderfully ornate Morris wallpaper design from 1877 was originally printed using wood blocks to imitate Japanese Leather papers, which was a technique perfected by Jeffrey and Co. in the 1880s. Todays version faithfully reproduces some of the earliest colourways whilst introducing a new softer palette with subtle metallic highlights.
Vertical Pattern Repeat 54cm. Width 52cm. Straight Match. Sold as a 10.05m Roll.
Crown Imperial Fabric
£149.00 /mCrown Imperial Fabric designed by William Morris. One of the most formal patterns from Morris, designed in 1876. Originally woven on a power loom in wool and mohair and now reproduced as a wool-blend cloth with beautiful drape quality for curtains and a durable upholstery choice. 91% Wool 9% Nylon. 55,000 Rub Test.
Usage: Upholstery, Cushions, Curtains, Blinds.
Vertical Pattern Repeat 46cm. Horizontal Pattern repeat 27cm. Straight Match. Width 140cm.
Daffodil Fabric
£119.00 /mBen Pentreath has taken the distinctive daffodils that grace this design and amped up the colour! Created by John Henry Dearle c.1891, the original drawing survives and can be seen at the William Morris Gallery in London. Scaled down slightly and produced on a cotton/linen cloth, the Dark Olive colourway is utterly magical with its bright, almost electric blue ground and eye-catching teal detail. Archive is a much softer choice, retaining its original colours, but with a slightly intensified vibrancy. Suitable for drapes and upholstery. Available in two colourways: Archive and Dark Olive.
Usage: Curtains, Upholstery.
Width 137.2cm. Vertical Pattern Repeat 22.8cm. Horizontal Pattern Repeat 13.7cm. Straight Match.
