William Morris Rugs & Carpets

William Morris is considered by many to be the greatest pattern designer of the Victorian age. William Morris was one of the examiners of the South Kensington Science & Art department, where he had the opportunity to study a recently acquired collection of Persian carpets, textiles, and ceramics. Having studied extensively over a period of time, William Morris began designing and producing hand knotted rugs in England in the 1880s. Although the...more. To obtain more information (and to view a larger, higher quality image) for a particular rug, please click its image.