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WILLIAM MORRIS English poet and artist
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1834 1896 Elderly Morris Will I Am
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This evocative photograph captures the wise and contemplative gaze of William Morris (1834-1896), an English poet, artist, designer, and socialist activist, in his later years. Morris, often referred to as "Will," is best known for his significant contributions to the arts and crafts movement, which advocated for the merging of fine art with everyday objects and a return to traditional craftsmanship. Born in Walthamstow, Essex, Morris showed an early aptitude for art and poetry. He studied at Exeter College, Oxford, but left without a degree to pursue a career in art. In 1856, he co-founded the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, a group of artists who sought to reform British art by returning to the intense detail and realistic depiction of nature found in pre-Raphaelite art. Morris's artistic and literary talents led him to design textiles, wallpapers, and stained glass, and he established the Morris & Co. firm in 1861 to produce and sell these items. He also wrote and published poetry, including "The Defence of Guenevere," "The Earthly Paradise," and "A Dream of John Ball." As Morris aged, he became increasingly interested in socialism and political activism. He joined the Socialist League and advocated for workers' rights and the abolition of private property. This photograph, taken in 1896, captures Morris in his later years, with his long white beard and thoughtful expression, reflecting the wisdom and experience of a life dedicated to art, poetry, and social justice.
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