William Morris Jasmine Tie

Description

This tie's design is adapted from Jasmine, a hand-block-printed wallpaper in the Museum’s collection, created by the William Morris workshop (British 1834–1896) in 1872.

Available in bright burgundy/blue, gold, and red. Silk. Imported. 3 5/8''W.

Art History

A talented writer, designer, and administrator, William Morris (English, 1834–1896) was one of the most influential figures of the British Victorian era. In 1861, he co- founded a London interior design firm (reorganized in 1875 as Morris & Company) to design and produce a full range of household objects. Morris was a prolific designer of wallpapers and fabrics. Characteristically, his designs were densely patterned and often based on flowers, leaves, and fruits.