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William Morris / Meeting
WILLIAM MORRIS Socialist meeting at Kelmscott House, home of the English writer, artist and socialist Date: 1834 - 1896
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1834 1896 Audience Candles Chairs Kelmscott Meeting Morris Socialist Speaker
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This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in the history of socialist thought and activism in England: a gathering at Kelmscott House, the home of the renowned artist, designer, and socialist thinker, William Morris. The image, taken between the years 1834 and 1896, depicts Morris addressing an engaged and attentive audience from the stage, surrounded by the warm glow of candles flickering in the dimly lit room. The simple yet elegant seating arrangements and the intimate setting of the house, which was also Morris's studio and workshop, add to the sense of community and camaraderie among the attendees. William Morris was a leading figure in the British Arts and Crafts movement, known for his innovative designs in textiles, wallpapers, and stained glass. However, his political beliefs were equally important to him, and he was a passionate advocate for socialist ideas. He believed that art and craft should be accessible to all, and that the exploitation of workers in the industrial economy was a moral and social injustice. This photograph provides a rare glimpse into the world of Morris and his fellow socialist activists, who gathered at Kelmscott House to discuss and debate the issues of the day. The image is a powerful reminder of the enduring legacy of Morris's ideas, which continue to inspire and influence social and political thought to this day.
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