William Morris
William Morris was a British textile designer, poet, and social activist, influential in the Arts and Crafts Movement in the late 19th century. He is celebrated for his intricate patterns inspired by nature and his commitment to making art accessible to all. Morris believed in the connection between beauty and everyday life, which he expressed through his designs for wallpaper, fabrics, and furniture. His works remain popular today, often seen in various forms of modern consumer goods.
Born on Mar 24, 1834 (191 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | 1 | 8.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 23,431 | $1,700,000 | 1,048$ |
| New Zealand | 1 | 9.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 4,822,233 | 2,817 | $210,000 | 123$ |
| Totals | 2 | 42,827,471 | 26,248 | $1,910,000 | 1,171$ |
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New Zealand:
William Morris famously said that one should have nothing in one’s house that one does not know to be useful or believe to be beautiful.
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Canada:
William Morris was a late 19th-century designer and social activist who used beautiful design to counter mass production.
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United Kingdom:
William Morris is quoted on the importance of owning useful or beautiful items.
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New Zealand:
William Morris was a renowned 19th century English textiles designer whose work was featured in the museum.
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Canada:
William Morris is recognized as one of Britain’s greatest designers and thinkers, advocating for handmade sustainable production.
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Slovakia:
William Morris was an English textile designer, poet, artist, and writer.
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Australia:
William Morris called the Eiffel Tower a 'hellish piece of ugliness'.
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United Kingdom:
William Morris combined his two greatest passions: the wonder of nature and a socialist belief that everyone should have access to art and beauty.
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