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Kelmscott Collection

Kelmscott, a place synonymous with the visionary artist and writer William Morris, holds within its walls a rich tapestry of history and creativity

Background imageKelmscott Collection: William Morris / Meeting

William Morris / Meeting
WILLIAM MORRIS Socialist meeting at Kelmscott House, home of the English writer, artist and socialist Date: 1834 - 1896

Background imageKelmscott Collection: Morris / Kelmscott Manor

Morris / Kelmscott Manor
WILLIAM MORRIS English writers home, Kelmscott Manor, near Lechlade, Oxfordshire

Background imageKelmscott Collection: William Morriss study, Kelmscott Manor, Kelmscott, Oxfordshire, 1901

William Morriss study, Kelmscott Manor, Kelmscott, Oxfordshire, 1901. From The Connoisseur magazine (December 1901)

Background imageKelmscott Collection: Morris / Kelmscott House

Morris / Kelmscott House
WILLIAM MORRIS English writers home, Kelmscott House in Hammersmith

Background imageKelmscott Collection: Morris / Kelmscott Study

Morris / Kelmscott Study
WILLIAM MORRIS English writers study at Kelmscott House, Hammersmith, in 1901 Date: 1834 - 1896

Background imageKelmscott Collection: Kelmscott Church

Kelmscott Church
A photograph of St. George's Church in Kelmscott, the resting place of William Morris, who died in 1896. Date: 1896

Background imageKelmscott Collection: Kelmscott Manor Garden Front

Kelmscott Manor Garden Front
A photograph which shows the front garden of Kelmscott Manor, a country home of socialist pioneer of the Arts and Crafts movement, William Morris

Background imageKelmscott Collection: Kelmscott Manor, Panelled Room

Kelmscott Manor, Panelled Room
A photograph of a panelled room interior of Kelmscott Manor, the country home of William Morris, pioneer of the Arts and Crafts movement

Background imageKelmscott Collection: Kelmscott Manor, Morris Bed

Kelmscott Manor, Morris Bed
A photograph which shows the bed of Pre-Raphaelite craftsman, William Morris, located at his country home of Kelmscott Manor, Oxfordshire

Background imageKelmscott Collection: Kelmscott House Curtain Of Woollen Tissue

Kelmscott House Curtain Of Woollen Tissue
A patterned curtain of woollen tissue, designed for the drawing room at Kelmscott House, the home of English textile designer and Pre-Raphaelite craftsman, William Morris between 1878 and 1896

Background imageKelmscott Collection: Illustration, Kelmscott Manor, William Morris

Illustration, Kelmscott Manor, William Morris
Illustration by William Morris, Kelmscott Manor, News from Nowhere. 1891

Background imageKelmscott Collection: Original drawing for a full-page border, 1892-1895 (indian ink over pencil

Original drawing for a full-page border, 1892-1895 (indian ink over pencil
1195397 Original drawing for a full-page border, 1892-1895 (indian ink over pencil, heightened with chinese white) by Morris

Background imageKelmscott Collection: Cotswold GL7 3 Map

Cotswold GL7 3 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Cotswold GL7 3

Background imageKelmscott Collection: View of the front of Kelmscott Manor, Oxfordshire

View of the front of Kelmscott Manor, Oxfordshire. Kelmscott Manor was the home of William Morris, the leading figure of the Arts and Crafts Movement, between 1871 and 1896

Background imageKelmscott Collection: Interior of Kelmscott Manor, Oxfordshire, late 19th century. Artist: William Morris

Interior of Kelmscott Manor, Oxfordshire, late 19th century. Artist: William Morris
Interior of Kelmscott Manor, Oxfordshire, late 19th century. Kelmscott Manor was the home of William Morris, the leading figure of the Arts and Crafts Movement, between 1871 and 1896

Background imageKelmscott Collection: Kelmscott Manor, Gloucestershire, frontispiece to News from Nowhere, c1892 (1901)

Kelmscott Manor, Gloucestershire, frontispiece to News from Nowhere, c1892 (1901). Artist: William Morris
Kelmscott Manor, Gloucestershire, frontispiece to News from Nowhere, c1892 (1901). This is the picture of the old house by the Thames to which the people of this story went

Background imageKelmscott Collection: Great Cokkeswell Barn Kelmscott Frederick H Evans

Great Cokkeswell Barn Kelmscott Frederick H Evans
Great Cokkeswell Barn (near Kelmscott); Frederick H. Evans (British, 1853 - 1943); 1896; Platinum print; 14.6 x 20 cm (5 3, 4 x 7 7, 8 in.)

Background imageKelmscott Collection: Great Cokkeswell Barn Kelmscott Interior Frederick H

Great Cokkeswell Barn Kelmscott Interior Frederick H
Great Cokkeswell Barn (near Kelmscott): Interior; Frederick H. Evans (British, 1853 - 1943); 1896; Platinum print; 18.4 x 15.2 cm (7 1, 4 x 6 in.)

Background imageKelmscott Collection: Kelmscott Tithe Barn Great Cokkeswell Frederick H

Kelmscott Tithe Barn Great Cokkeswell Frederick H
Kelmscott. Tithe Barn, Great Cokkeswell; Frederick H. Evans (British, 1853 - 1943); 1896; Lantern slide; 6.2 x 5.2 cm (2 7, 16 x 2 1, 16 in.)

Background imageKelmscott Collection: Page Decoration From The Kelmscott Press Coleridge Designed By William Morris 1834 To 1896 English

Page Decoration From The Kelmscott Press Coleridge Designed By William Morris 1834 To 1896 English Artist And Writer

Background imageKelmscott Collection: MORRIS: CHAUCER, 1896. The beginning of the second book of Troilus and Criseyde

MORRIS: CHAUCER, 1896. The beginning of the second book of Troilus and Criseyde, designed by William Morris for Chaucer, printed by the Kelmscott Press, 1896


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Kelmscott, a place synonymous with the visionary artist and writer William Morris, holds within its walls a rich tapestry of history and creativity. At Kelmscott Manor, nestled in the idyllic Cotswold countryside, Morris found solace and inspiration for his remarkable works. The manor itself stands as a testament to Morris's artistic vision. Its enchanting gardens captivate visitors with their timeless beauty, while the panelled rooms exude an air of tranquility that once fueled Morris's imagination. One cannot help but be transported back in time when standing before the iconic Morris Bed or admiring the intricate Curtain of Woollen Tissue at Kelmscott House. Within these hallowed grounds lies more than just physical structures; they hold stories waiting to be discovered. The Kelmscott Study served as Morris's sanctuary—a space where he penned his thoughts and crafted masterpieces that would shape generations to come. It was here that ideas blossomed like flowers in springtime. Kelmscott Church stands tall nearby, its spire reaching towards the heavens—an enduring symbol of faith and community amidst nature's embrace. This sacred place witnessed moments of reflection for both William Morris and those who followed in his footsteps. As we explore further into this world steeped in artistry, we encounter illustrations from Kelmscott Manor—visions brought to life by William Morris himself. Each stroke of Indian ink over pencil reveals his meticulous attention to detail and unwavering dedication to craftsmanship. To fully appreciate this extraordinary place, one must also navigate through maps depicting Cotswold GL7 3—the region where dreams merged with reality at Kelmscott Manor. These maps guide us on a journey through time as we uncover hidden treasures scattered across this picturesque landscape.