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small4to, 256pp. Hardcover in beautiful glossy designer green patterned boards in pristine condition and identically designed non price-clipped d/w in very good condition with only minor scuffing of all corners now protected in clear archival covering, text and all illustrations are in a near fine state o/t very minor foxing of endpapers. Morris was one of the most influental figures in the Victorian and Edwardian art world. Aways a man of innovation, his desire for social reform was an important factor in his artistic growth as he moved on from painting to the creation of textiles, wallpapers, stained glass and even highly decorative furniture. This book examines his work and vision in detail from the earliest sketches to his intricate wallpaper and material designs still so sought after today.